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BORN IN THE BACK COUNTRY

MADE TO SHARE

From deep in the Idaho backcountry comes a flavor worth sharing. What began as campfire cooking among friends grew into a mission to bottle the wild spirit of the Northwest and bring it to tables everywhere.

Person slicing mushrooms on a wooden cutting board placed on a tree stump, with red and green peppers nearby and an axe resting against the stump.A glowing campfire burns brightly in the foreground, its flames curling around stacked logs and casting a warm light against the darkening evening. Behind it, a river winds through a dense forest of pine trees, with mountains silhouetted against the fading twilight sky. A serene wilderness scene full of warmth and solitude.A group of hunters sit side by side inside a camouflaged blind made of brush and reeds. They wear matching camouflage clothing and gear, blending into their surroundings. Each holds a shotgun, ready for the hunt, while sharing focus and quiet anticipation. Warm light highlights their faces, adding a sense of camaraderie and patience to the moment.

from a campfire idea

to a real recipe

Born in the rugged backwoods of Idaho, The Black Elk Sauce Company brings a bold taste of the Northwest to the world of barbecue and finishing sauces. What started as a backcountry experience originating from Elk camp quickly turned into a passion project, a flavor-forward movement — blending the wild spirit of Idaho’s mountains with inventive culinary craftsmanship.

A lively campfire burns in a fire pit with a cast iron pot heating on a grill grate. The flames cast a warm glow against the dark forest backdrop, surrounded by camping gear, tents, folding chairs, and a parked car. The scene captures the rugged spirit of outdoor cooking and campfire gatherings.

Black Elk doesn’t just make sauces — it creates experiences. Each bottle delivers a signature mix of smoke, spice, and creativity, crafted to elevate everything from backyard barbecues to gourmet plates. With deep roots in the Northwest and a commitment to pushing flavor boundaries, Black Elk Sauce Company stands out as a celebration of adventure, originality, and damn good sauce.

Black Elk Sauce isn’t just a condiment — it’s a bold expression of flavor that pushes the limits of what a sauce can be. Designed to inspire and elevate, it blends unexpected ingredients, smoky depths, and layered heat to complement a wide range of meats, dishes, and cuisines. Whether it’s brushed on ribs, drizzled over roasted vegetables, or used as a finishing touch on wild game, Black Elk brings a fierce, unforgettable flair.

A majestic bull elk stands tall in a grassy field, its powerful antlers reaching high as it bugles into the crisp air. Breath is visible in the cool temperature, while other elk graze calmly nearby. Evergreen trees frame the background, creating a vivid scene of wilderness and raw nature.

With a craft-style product line and limited seasonal releases, Black Elk Sauce stays aligned with the rhythm of food — from late summer fire-grilled fare to hearty winter comfort dishes. This seasonal approach not only keeps things fresh and exciting, but also creates anticipation and demand with each new drop.

At its core, Black Elk is about more than just taste — it’s about experience. It helps people rediscover food, explore bold pairings, and savor every bite with sauces that challenge the norm and celebrate the wild.

EXPLORE

our flavors

Black Elk Sauces stand apart from ordinary sauces—crafted to be more than just a BBQ staple, they’re bold finishing sauces that elevate every dish. With unique, adventurous flavors inspired by the Northwest region, each bottle brings creativity, depth, and distinction that transforms meals beyond the grill.

A bottle of Black Elk Original BBQ sauce lies on a green textured surface, styled with garlic cloves, brown sugar, coarse salt, fresh parsley, and a charred red pepper. The arrangement highlights the sauce’s classic BBQ flavor profile with smoky, savory, and subtly sweet ingredients.A bottle of Black Elk Tequila Lime sauce is displayed on a green backdrop, surrounded by fresh and vibrant ingredients. Lime wedges, pineapple chunks, red chili slices, brown sugar, and herbs frame the bottle. Coarse salt and spices are scattered across the surface, highlighting the sauce’s zesty and tropical character.A bottle of Black Elk Harvest sauce is displayed on a dark green surface, surrounded by seasonal ingredients. A small pumpkin with bright orange chunks, wood chips, hops, brown sugar, and coarse salt frame the scene, highlighting the sauce’s autumn-inspired, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor profile.
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Craft BBQ sauce with a loyal following

Partner With Black Elk Sauce

Put Black Elk Sauce on your shelf and give your customers a reason to come back for more. Whether you’re a retail store, specialty shop, or restaurant, teaming up with us means standing out with bold, unforgettable flavors your customers won’t find anywhere else. Be bold. Be different. Carry Black Elk and let’s create something extraordinary together.

Contact us today to join the Black Elk team and bring bottled boldness to your customers.

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A bottle of Black Elk Habanero Cranberry sauce rests on a textured surface, surrounded by fresh cranberries, bright orange habanero peppers, whole cloves, and scattered coarse salt. The arrangement highlights the sauce’s balance of fiery heat and tart, fruity depth.A bottle of Timber Ghost Hot Sauce sits centered on a textured surface, surrounded by its bold ingredients. Sliced jalapeños, a whole red pepper, garlic cloves, coarse salt, and a wedge of lime frame the bottle. A dusting of chili powder adds warmth, emphasizing the fiery flavor inside.A bottle of Black Elk Spicy Original BBQ sauce is showcased on a rustic green backdrop. Surrounding it are raw onions, brown sugar, coarse salt, and a bright red paprika spice. The layout emphasizes the sauce’s smoky-sweet flavor with a fiery kick, pairing classic BBQ depth with a bold, spicy edge.