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Wingstop Hickory Smoked BBQ
Sweet, smoky barbecue sauce. Familiar and easy.
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- Flavor type
- Sauce
- Heat (editorial)
- No heat
- Availability
- Core menu
What Hickory Smoked BBQ tastes like
A sweet and smoky barbecue flavor with no real heat. One of the higher-sugar options in the nutrition guide (3 g per classic wing), which is typical of BBQ sauces.
Tasting notes and heat level are our editorial opinion.
Best for
- No-heat eaters
- Kids
- Tenders
Hickory Smoked BBQ tasting notes
- Sweet, tomato-based barbecue
- A smoky hickory note
- No burn, with a sticky glaze
Editorial opinion, not an official Wingstop description.
Best sides & dips to pair with Hickory Smoked BBQ
Classic barbecue partners: crispy fries or corn on the side, and a creamy dip for the sweetness.
Sides
- Seasoned Fries
- Cajun Fried Corn
Dips
- Ranch
- Honey Mustard
Pairings are our editorial suggestions. See the full list on the menu page.
Hickory Smoked BBQ calories by menu item
| Item | Calories | Protein | Sodium | Allergens listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic wingper wing | 100 | 10 g | 150 mg | Soy |
| Boneless wingper piece | 90 | 5 g | 330 mg | Wheat, Soy |
| Tenderper tender | 170 | 10 g | 710 mg | Wheat, Soy |
| Chicken sandwicheach | 730 | 34 g | 2,680 mg | Wheat, Dairy, Egg, Soy |
Hickory Smoked BBQ FAQ
Is Wingstop Hickory Smoked BBQ spicy?
Hickory Smoked BBQ has no real heat. We rate it "No heat" on our editorial scale (not an official Wingstop rating).
Is Hickory Smoked BBQ a dry rub or a sauce?
Hickory Smoked BBQ is a sauce.
How many calories are in a Hickory Smoked BBQ wing?
100 calories per classic wing and 90 per boneless piece, according to Wingstop's April 2025 nutrition guide.
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