A wave of excitement has swept through Aldi stores across the country as shoppers discover the triumphant return of a much-missed favourite: the Colway Spicy BBQ Sauce. This beloved condiment, which vanished from shelves mid-last year, has quietly reappeared as part of Aldi's latest Special Buys promotion, sending customers into a stocking-up frenzy.
Shoppers Rush to Secure Their Favourite Sauce
The news of the sauce's return has spread like wildfire across social media platforms, with many customers sharing their delight and immediate plans to purchase in bulk. The sentiment is clear: shoppers are determined not to miss out this time around.
One enthusiastic customer posted on Reddit, showcasing a picture of four bottles with the caption, 'Sorry but I couldn't buy just one.' Another shared, 'I just bought six bottles (sorry everyone else) because my last bottle ran out last September and I hadn't seen it since. It is my favourite sauce.' The fear of another disappearance is palpable, with one shopper stating, 'It's been about a year since it was last in store. I must get a year's worth in one go.'
A Sauce Worth the Hype
Shoppers have long praised the Colway Spicy BBQ Sauce for its distinctive flavour profile. Many describe it as having a 'nice mild to medium kick' that sets it apart from standard offerings. One aficionado claimed, 'It's much better than their plain BBQ sauce,' while another simply confirmed, 'These are insanely good.' The sauce had become a pantry staple for many families over more than a decade, making its discontinuation a significant blow.
The Disappointment of Discontinuation
The sauce was last available in June last year before being officially removed from Aldi's core range. An Aldi Australia spokesperson previously explained that the product had been 'deleted' from its regular lineup. This decision left a legion of fans disappointed and searching for alternatives.
Social media was filled with pleas and frustrations during its absence. One customer lamented, 'My hubby misses this sauce so much,' while another expressed direct dissatisfaction: 'I'm really not happy with Aldi Australia discontinuing the Colway Spicy BBQ sauce after more than 10 years of it being a staple product.' The search for a suitable replacement proved difficult, with one shopper asking, 'Has anyone found a good alternative for the discontinued spicy BBQ sauce? I'm having withdrawals. Nothing beats it on a sausage sanga.'
A Temporary Return with Uncertain Future
While the return is cause for celebration, Aldi staff have cautioned customers that this is a Special Buy item, meaning its availability is limited and not guaranteed to become permanent. One shopper relayed this information, noting, 'The staff at my store said it's a Special Buy (item). We brought up as there's no guarantee if and when it will be back.' This uncertainty is precisely what is driving the current bulk-buying behaviour.
The Aldi spokesperson offered a glimmer of hope for future returns, adding, 'When there are known fan favourites, you never know when they may make a comeback in Aldi's Special Buys program.'
The 'Secret' to Its Popularity?
Amidst the excitement, one pragmatic shopper offered a potential DIY solution for any future shortages. They suggested the sauce's appeal might stem from a simple combination, pointing out, 'It's just BBQ sauce with some cayenne powder. Its easy to make if they stop selling it.' However, for the vast majority of customers, the convenience and specific taste of the original product remain unmatched, making its return to Aldi's shelves a major retail event.
