Business Details
33 Years
experience
Authentic BBQ Sauce by Art's BBQ
Art's BBQ was founded in 1993 by Air Force MSgt. Artis P. Holmes in Rapid City, South Dakota, while fulfilling active duty obligations. Over two decades, the business expanded to Coral Springs, Altamonte Springs, and Winter Garden, Florida, becoming renowned for its signature sweet, tart, tomato-based BBQ sauce perfected through years of crafting grilled dishes at Air Force potlucks. Despite closing its restaurant locations, the family continues Art's legacy by offering 15 oz. bottles of his award-winning sauce in participating Florida Publix stores and through private labeling for restaurants and grocers. Our team remains committed to preserving Art's unique recipe, which customers have cherished for 21 years, while honoring his dedication to quality and innovation. We provide catering supplies and private label solutions, ensuring businesses can share Art's distinctive flavor with their customers.Our operations reflect decades of culinary expertise, a deep understanding of BBQ traditions, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of taste and authenticity. By supporting Art's BBQ, customers help sustain the dream of a veteran entrepreneur whose passion for perfecting BBQ sauce endured even during his final days. We prioritize transparency in sourcing ingredients and maintain rigorous quality control to deliver consistent flavor profiles. Our presence in Publix stores across Florida demonstrates our ability to scale production while preserving artisanal quality. The family-owned business continues to operate with the same integrity and customer-centric values established by Art over 30 years ago.
Services
BBQ Sauce
Private Labeling
Catering Supplies
Grocery Distribution
Veteran-Owned Business
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer a 21-year-old family recipe perfected through military potluck testing
- Available in 120+ Florida Publix locations with consistent quality assurance
- Private labeling available for restaurants and grocers with custom packaging options
- Family-owned operation maintaining original sauce formulation standards
- Honors Air Force veteran's culinary legacy with transparent ingredient sourcing
Services
BBQ Sauce
Our signature sweet, tart tomato-based BBQ sauce preserves Art's original 1993 recipe. Perfect for grilling, marinating, or table use, this 15 oz. product delivers consistent flavor through rigorous quality control. Available in single bottles or 4-pack bundles for home and commercial use.
Private Labeling
We offer customized private labeling solutions for restaurants and grocers. This service includes branded packaging options with minimum order quantities starting at 100 units. Production maintains the same quality standards as our retail product while accommodating specific client requirements.
Grocery Distribution
Through the Publix 'Made in Florida' program, we distribute to over 120 store locations statewide. Our logistics team manages inventory replenishment and seasonal promotions while maintaining shelf presence standards required by major grocery chains.
Catering Supplies
We provide bulk sauce orders for catering operations with discounted pricing for quantities over 24 units. This service includes commercial-grade packaging options and delivery coordination for large events or restaurant kitchens.
Veteran-Owned Business
As a veteran-owned business, we honor Art's military service through our operations. A portion of proceeds supports veteran culinary programs, and we maintain partnerships with military community organizations to preserve Art's legacy beyond the product itself.
People
Artis P. Holmes
Founder
Air Force MSgt. Artis P. Holmes created the signature BBQ sauce recipe in 1993 while stationed at Rapid City. He expanded operations to Florida before passing in 2012, leaving behind a culinary legacy that continues through bottled sauce production.
Marilyn Holmes
Family Representative
As Art's spouse, Marilyn leads family efforts to maintain recipe integrity and business operations. She oversees quality control and community outreach initiatives to preserve Art's culinary legacy through continued product distribution.
Jason Holmes
Operations Manager
Jason manages production and logistics while ensuring adherence to original formulation standards. He coordinates grocery distribution networks and private labeling operations to maintain business continuity following Art's passing.
Jarvon Holmes
Sales Director
Jarvon handles business development and client relations for private labeling services. He negotiates retail partnerships and manages marketing initiatives to expand product availability while honoring Art's original vision.
Questions
Where can I purchase Art's SmokeHouse BBQ sauce?
Our 15 oz. bottles are available in over 120 participating Publix stores across Florida through their 'Made in Florida' program.
What makes Art's BBQ sauce unique?
The signature sweet-tart flavor combines decades of military potluck testing with hickory-smoked meat expertise perfected by Air Force veteran Artis P. Holmes.
Do you offer private labeling options?
Yes, we provide custom private labeling solutions for restaurants and grocers with bulk ordering options available.
Is the sauce still made using Art's original recipe?
Our production maintains 100% fidelity to Art's original formulation, using the same ingredient ratios and preparation methods he developed over 21 years.
What happened to the restaurant locations?
All restaurant locations closed in 2012 following Art's passing, but we continue his legacy through bottled sauce production and distribution.
