Recall: Savannah Bee Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard for Dangerous Undeclared Allergens

When you grab a bottle of Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard off the shelf, you expect it to actually be Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard. Not its sweet, wheat-and-soy-laden cousin wearing the wrong label. Yet, here we are.

On February 27, 2026, Savannah Bee Company issued a voluntary recall of its 16 fl. oz. Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard after a sharp-eyed customer noticed something was off. The bottle said “Mustard.” The sauce inside? Definitely not mustard. It was the Honey BBQ Sauce-Sweet — a completely different product that contains both wheat and soy. Two allergens that weren’t listed anywhere on the label. At all.

For most people, that’s an annoying mix-up. For someone with a wheat or soy allergy? It could be a medical emergency.

What Triggered the Recall

The recall was initiated after a customer contacted Savannah Bee Company to flag the mislabeling issue. The company then conducted an internal investigation, which confirmed the problem: bottles with the orange “Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard” label were actually filled with Honey BBQ Sauce-Sweet.

The Sweet variety contains wheat and soy — neither of which appeared on the Mustard label’s ingredient statement. The FDA classifies both as major food allergens, which is exactly why this recall matters so much. It’s not a “whoops, wrong font” situation. It’s a genuine public safety issue.

According to the FDA, people with a wheat or soy allergy or severe sensitivity run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product without knowing what’s actually inside.

No illnesses have been reported as of the recall announcement date — and that’s a good thing. But the operative word there is yet, which is why acting fast matters.

How to Identify the Recalled Product

You’ll want to check your pantry for the following details:

• Product name: Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard
• Size: 16 fl. oz.
• Batch code: B1L1360525
• Best Before date: 05/16/27
• UPC: 8 50033 93758 9
• Packaging: Clear glass bottle with an orange Honey BBQ Sauce Mustard label; lot number and best before date are etched on the neck of the bottle

Here’s a visual tip that’s actually useful: the correct Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard has a light yellow hue. If you crack open your bottle and the sauce inside is dark brown, congratulations — you’ve found a mislabeled one. That dark brown color is characteristic of the Sweet variety, not the Mustard. Color shouldn’t be your only check, but it’s a solid first clue.

Where the Recalled Product Was Sold

This isn’t a regional issue. The recalled product was shipped nationwide to distribution centers, retail stores, and consumers between July 30, 2025, and February 26, 2026. That’s a seven-month window. Which means if you’ve purchased Savannah Bee Company’s Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard at any point in the last several months, it’s worth double-checking that batch code.

What To Do If You Have the Recalled Product

The company’s guidance is straightforward: dispose of it immediately. Don’t eat it. Don’t gift it. Don’t “test a little bit to see if it’s okay.” Just toss it.

After disposal, you’re entitled to a full refund. To request one, or if you have any questions, contact Savannah Bee Company’s customer service team:

• Phone: 800-955-5080
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM EST

The recall is being conducted with full knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration, so this is as official as it gets.

Why Allergen Mislabeling Recalls Are a Bigger Deal Than They Sound

Mislabeling recalls don’t get the same dramatic headlines as, say, a glass contamination or an E. coli outbreak. But for the roughly 32 million Americans living with food allergies, an undeclared allergen in a product is genuinely terrifying.

Wheat and soy allergies aren’t rare. Celiac disease affects about 1 in 133 Americans. Soy is one of the nine major food allergens recognized by the FDA. People managing these conditions rely entirely on accurate labeling to make safe food choices. When that system fails — even due to a packaging mix-up rather than a formulation error — the consequences can be severe.

A mislabeling error like this is a reminder that reading ingredient labels is important, but it only works when those labels are actually correct.

The Bottom Line on This Recall

Savannah Bee Company moved quickly once the issue was identified, and no illnesses have been reported. That’s the good news. The not-so-great news is that this product was circulating in the market for months, which means there’s a real chance it’s still sitting in someone’s pantry right now.

If you or someone in your household has a wheat or soy sensitivity, check your sauces. Specifically, check your Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard for batch code B1L1360525. If it matches, it goes in the trash — full stop. Then call the company for your refund and move on with your life.