Stewart’s Shops has announced the launch of its new Stewart’s Signature Sauce, which the retailer describes as a sweet, tangy, smoky blend of honey mustard and barbecue sauce.
“Where should you try it? Our new Southern Style Chicken Biscuit, of course,” Stewart’s noted in a statement. “The combination of crispy Southern-style chicken, a warm biscuit and the sweet and tangy flavor of Stewart’s Signature Sauce creates a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner.”
The new sauce comes in a two-ounce cup and is free with any purchase.
“Its sweet, smoky and tangy flavor profile makes it a versatile addition whether you’re grabbing breakfast on the way to work, lunch on the road or a quick dinner after a busy day,” the statement continued.
Stewart’s Signature Sauce is now available at Stewart’s Shops throughout New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire.
“Whether you’re trying our new Southern Style Chicken Biscuit or upgrading one of your longtime favorites, Stewart’s Signature Sauce is a free and delicious way to add even more flavor to your meal,” the statement concluded.
As Stewart’s continues rolling out new offerings and introducing deals, it is simultaneously building out its store network. Earlier this month, the chain announced a $55 million investment to expand and renovate its locations across New York and Vermont.
“There is a growing need for fresh, quality food and beverages, plus our award-winning milk and ice cream and other services,” said Stewart’s Shops president Chad Kiesow. “We are committed to investing in our shops so we can serve our communities to the best of our ability.”
To accomplish its goal, Stewart’s is expanding in several markets this year with the opening of new shops in Sidney, Alexandria Bay and Cohoes, N.Y. The company also opened a shop this month in the former Dexter Market location near Watertown, N.Y.
The Dexter site underwent a $2.5 million transformation following a two-month renovation period in March and April. The shop now features a large food bar with soup, meatballs and mac & cheese. Stewart’s also added an expanded grocery section, a sandwich station and a beer cave.
To celebrate the opening of the new shop, Stewart’s held a grand opening event with food and drink specials on May 29. The company donated $1,000 and $500 in gift certificates to General Brown High School and $1,000 to the Dexter Free Library to mark the occasion.
The retailer is also rebuilding locations in Dolgeville, Norwich, Saratoga Springs, St. Johnsville, Watertown and Wilton, N.Y.
Meanwhile, the company continues to rebrand and introduce ice cream counters at several of the former Jolley shops that were acquired in late 2024.
“Stewart’s one-stop-shop model of serving as a coffee shop, a restaurant, an ice cream shop and a gas station has helped the company play an important role in neighborhoods throughout New York and Vermont,” Kiesow said.
In addition to the larger construction projects, Stewart’s is remodeling at least 15 shops to increase food and beverage offerings at some of its older, smaller locations.
To support this growth, Stewart’s is in the midst of a multiyear, $30 million expansion of its plant and commercial kitchen just outside Saratoga Springs in Greenfield, N.Y.
