LIVINGSTON, TX – In a stunning revelation during a recent barbecue cookout competition at the Texas Craft Fair, local resident Hank Johnson proudly declared that he had discovered the secret ingredient that has been missing from East Texas BBQ sauce all these years: pine sap.

Johnson, a self-proclaimed BBQ aficionado and amateur sap collector, explained to onlookers that after years of experimentation and taste testing, he stumbled upon the idea to add pine sap to his homemade BBQ sauce. According to Johnson, the pine sap adds a subtle yet distinctive flavor profile that elevates the sauce to new heights.

“Y’all, you wouldn’t believe the flavor explosion that happens when you mix that sweet molasses with a touch of pine sap,” Johnson exclaimed to the crowd, who initially reacted with a mixture of skepticism and intrigue.

Despite initial doubts, Johnson’s BBQ sauce quickly became the talk of the craft fair, with attendees lining up to sample his unique creation. Some even went as far as to declare it the best BBQ sauce they had ever tasted.

“I never would have thought to add pine sap to BBQ sauce, but now that I’ve tried it, I can’t imagine going back to plain old sauce,” remarked one impressed fair-goer.

In light of Johnson’s newfound culinary success, local BBQ restaurants have reportedly begun experimenting with pine sap in their own sauces, leading to a surge in demand for pine sap from local tree farms.

When reached for comment, Johnson expressed his gratitude for the positive reception of his pine sap-infused creation and hinted at the possibility of expanding his BBQ sauce empire to include other unconventional flavors in the future.

As for the Texas Craft Fair, organizers have already announced plans to feature a “Pine Sap BBQ Sauce Tasting” booth at next year’s event, ensuring that Johnson’s culinary breakthrough will continue to be celebrated in the East Texas community.