Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise, full-fat
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce, sweet-style
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, honey, and barbecue sauce.

Stir in the apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne (if using).

Whisk vigorously until the sauce is completely smooth and uniform in color (a glossy pinkish-orange).

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust honey for more sweetness or vinegar for more tang.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving — this lets the flavors meld.