No preservatives. Gluten free. The legendary. Charleston South Carolina. Est. 1939. Mustard base. Uniquely tangy. A true Southern treat! Certified SC Product. Original Golden Secret. Taste the mustard base recipe that now defines South Carolina BBQ sauce - Melvins Original Golden Secret. An authentic Southern Tradition, This uniquely tangy blend is perfect for grilling, basting, and dipping with pork, ribs, chicken, burger; fish, turkey, and even salads! Charlestons first family of Mustard-BBQ. It all started in 1933 in the backwoods of Orangeburg, SC, when Melvin was taught the Golden Secre BBQ Sauce his daddy invented. After returning from WWII a decorated veteran, he used his Army paychecks to help his father Big Joe open the famous Eat At Joes. Many years (and smoked hogs) later, and with the support of his wife Betty, Melvin started his own restaurant in Charleston, SC. Today this BBQ tradition is carried on by his son, pitmaster Melvin David Bessinger, & through their legendary Barbecue Sauce - now available to you. melvinsbbq.com. Find us online melvinsbbq.com.