Depending on where you're from, you may have a different opinion on the true form of BBQ sauce. Popular regional differences include: Alabama: Alabama uses mayonnaise and horseradish as the base of their sauce. Because of this, it is a white sauce with a peppery bite. North Carolina: Even different regions within North Carolina make their sauce differently. On the east side, the base is primarily vinegar with some salt and a little heat, while on the west side, they add in a bit of ketchup and brown sugar to help mellow out the vinegar tang. South Carolina: South Carolina uses mustard as the base of their sauce. Because it does not have a tomato base, it has a yellow-orange hue with a tangy, spicy flavor. Kansas City: Kansas City barbecue sauce offers more of a traditional take. It is thick, dark brown, sweet, and tangy. It often uses brown sugar or molasses for sweetness. This pomegranate BBQ sauce would most likely fall into this category. Memphis: Memphis barbecue rarely uses a sauce. Instead, they rely heavily on spiced dry rubs. If they do incorporate a sauce, it resembles a thinner Kansas city version. Since meats contribute their inherent gamey flavors, you need a sauce that’ll stand up and compliment whatever it is paired with. So, it's up to you to decide which one is best!