Maxim Magazine recently released their 15 Best Damn Barbecue Sauces in America list.
According to the online article they used research from the National Barbecue News events to create their list:

The National Barbecue News holds two events every year that are focused on helping readers and subscribers find the best barbecue sauce and rubs for chicken, pork, and beef. In 2017 we celebrate our 7th year of hosting and organizing these events that ANYONE can enter, regardless if you are a commercially available product or just a backyard enthusiast with a great product. Below you will find our winners list sorted for your convenience. We will also be posting up applications for upcoming events here as wel

Broken down by meat choices, here are the top 5 in each category for 2017.

Pork Sauces

#1 Roadhouse Blues by 1572 Roadhouse Bar-B-Q

This Rustic Outdoor Eatery is open Thursday through Sunday at 10542 East State Route 73 in Waynesville on the grounds of the Renaissance Festival. Pitmasters Chris Cavender and Mike Tenore have proved to be a winning combination at 1572 Roadhouse Bar-B-Q.

Beef Sauces

3. Chief Smoky by Company 7 BBQ

This business founded by a family of firefighters has been winning awards since 2011. Visit them seven days a week at 1001 S. Main Street in Englewood, just off highway 70. They even have a drive through and a private banquet room that can seat about 100.