Big Dog Sauce Steps Into the Spotlight: Sponsoring the CBA New England Triple Crown

Episode: Wiseguys BBQ Podcast — Championship BBQ Alliance & Dan Lloyd of Big Dog Sauce

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A Big Move for New England BBQ

In this episode of Wiseguys BBQ, hosts Charles Baldwin and Vin Porcaro talk with Matt Pereira of the Championship BBQ Alliance (CBA) and our very own Dan Lloyd, co-founder of Big Dog Sauce. The conversation dives into the exciting launch of the New England Triple Crown — a first-of-its-kind BBQ competition series bringing Texas-style CBA events to New England.

Matt, the CBA’s New England promoter, shares how he expanded from hosting one Rhode Island event in 2023 to six sanctioned contests across New England this year — including Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.

Big Dog Sauce Takes Center Stage

Dan Lloyd explains why Big Dog Sauce jumped in as sole sponsor of the New England Triple Crown:

“We’re bringing something that’s really unique up here for the first time. I like to get in on the ground floor and help it grow into something special.”

The Triple Crown will award:

• $1,000 for the overall points winner

• $500 for second place

• Custom handmade Texas-style belt buckles for both champions

More Than Competition — It’s for a Cause

Each of the six events supports local charities, from veteran PTSD programs to Make-A-Wish Rhode Island and animal rescues. Dan emphasized that 100% of the money raised goes directly to charity and prize purses.

What Makes CBA Events Different

For BBQ competitors, CBA rules bring a fresh twist:

• No garnish — just meat in the box

• One-hour turn-in windows

• Electronic, blind judging with clear scoring terms (“Fair” to “Excellent”)

• Open judging pool — anyone can be a judge without special certification

These differences create a fun, accessible, and fair competition environment that BBQ fans and cooks alike can enjoy.

Big Dog Sauce: All-Natural Flavor for Every Pitmaster

Dan also shared Big Dog Sauce’s evolution:

• A new brick-and-mortar store in Hillsborough, NH

• A fresh logo inspired by their rescue dog, Petit Max

• A growing lineup of award-winning, all-natural, gluten-free sauces sourced from local farms

• Distribution in 60+ stores from Washington, D.C. to Buffalo, NY

Signature flavors like Dark Cherry Bourbon and Cranberry Spice are already fan favorites among pitmasters.

Join the Triple Crown Excitement

The New England Triple Crown kicks off June 20–22 in Vermont, followed by events in Rhode Island and New Hampshire. Whether you’re a competitor, BBQ enthusiast, or just looking for a good time (and great food), these events promise to deliver.

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