April 23, 2025

Black's BBQ Shares a Spicy Michelada Cream Sauce on Goodtaste with Tanji

In this episode of Goodtaste with Tanji, fourth-generation pitmaster Barrett Black shows how to bring a spicy, tangy twist to your barbecue with a Michelada Cream Sauce inspired by the classic Mexican beer cocktail.

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Black's BBQ Shares a Spicy Michelada Cream Sauce on Goodtaste with Tanji

Looking for a spicy twist to kick your barbecue up a notch? Barrett Black, fourth-generation pitmaster at Black's BBQ, has the answer—and it's a game-changer for ribs, chicken, and anything off the smoker.

“If you love micheladas, you'll love this,” Barrett says. First, he whips up the classic drink: tomato juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, black pepper, and a splash of Black’s Pepper Sauce to taste. Top it all off with a cold Mexican beer, stir it up, and you've got a bold, refreshing Michelada.

But the real star is the sauce.

Barrett takes the same punchy flavors and folds them into a creamy base of sour cream and cream cheese, adding a touch of honey for balance. The result? A Michelada Cream Sauce that's spicy, tangy, a little sweet, and perfect for drizzling over ribs or smoked chicken.

In this episode of Goodtaste with Tanji, Barrett breaks down the simple steps to create a sauce that brings heat, acid, and richness together—all in a way that complements slow-smoked barbecue.

If you're looking to try something new at your next cookout, this is the sauce you'll want in your lineup.

Salud!