Savannah Bee Company recalls Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard over undeclared allergens

The recall affects 16-ounce bottles with a best-by date of May 16, 2027.

Published on Mar. 3, 2026

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Savannah Bee Company has issued a recall for its 16-fluid-ounce Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard due to undeclared wheat and soy allergens. The recall was initiated after a customer reported that the 'Honey BBQ Sauce-Sweet' was mislabeled as 'Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard'. No illnesses have been reported so far.

Why it matters

Food safety and accurate labeling are critical to protect consumers, especially those with food allergies. This recall highlights the importance of quality control measures to ensure products are properly labeled and do not contain undeclared allergens that could pose a serious health risk.

The details

The mislabeled bottles were filled with a dark brown sauce instead of the light yellow sauce in correctly labeled bottles. After the mislabeling was discovered, the company found that the mislabeled bottles did not include the wheat and soy allergens used in the 'Honey BBQ Sauce-Sweet' recipe.

  • The recalled bottles were sent to stores nationwide between July 30, 2025, and Feb. 26, 2026.
  • The best-by date on the recalled bottles is May 16, 2027.

The players

Savannah Bee Company

A Georgia-based company that manufactures and distributes the recalled Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The federal agency that oversees food safety and published the recall notice on its website.

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What’s next

Customers with the mislabeled bottles are asked to dispose of them immediately and contact Savannah Bee Company for a full refund.

The takeaway

This recall underscores the importance of thorough quality control measures and accurate product labeling to protect consumers, especially those with food allergies. It serves as a reminder for all food manufacturers to prioritize food safety and transparency.