The best places to buy authentic jerk chicken sauce are Caribbean grocery stores (most authentic selection), Whole Foods Market (carries Walkerswood and select imports), Walmart and large supermarkets (Grace brand, sometimes Walkerswood), and Amazon (all major brands, plus direct Jamaican imports). The specific product to look for: Walkerswood Traditional Jamaican Jerk Seasoning (paste) or Walkerswood Jerk BBQ Sauce for a ready-made table sauce. Both are authentic Jamaican products that use real scotch bonnet peppers.
Where to Find Each Brand
Caribbean / West Indian Grocery Stores
Caribbean grocery stores carry the widest selection of authentic Jamaican jerk products, including products not available in mainstream supermarkets. Look for: Walkerswood Traditional, Walkerswood Mild, Walkerswood Jerk BBQ Sauce, Grace Jerk Seasoning, Grace Jerk Sauce, Island Spice, Pimento Hill, and various other Jamaican brands. In cities with significant Caribbean communities (New York, Toronto, London, Miami, Atlanta), Caribbean grocery stores are widely available.
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods reliably carries Walkerswood Traditional Jamaican Jerk Seasoning in the condiment aisle (international foods section). It may also carry Grace brand products and select specialty Caribbean imports. Check the store's app for current inventory before visiting.
Walmart and Supermarket Chains
Most large Walmart stores carry Grace Jerk Seasoning (wet paste) and sometimes Grace Jerk Sauce in the international foods or hot sauce aisle. Kroger, Publix, and other large chains may carry McCormick Caribbean Jerk (a more mainstream, less authentic option) widely. Availability varies significantly by region — cities with larger Caribbean populations have better selections.
Amazon (Most Convenient)
Amazon carries all major Jamaican jerk brands with Prime delivery. Search specifically for: "Walkerswood Traditional Jamaican Jerk Seasoning," "Grace Jerk Seasoning," "Pimento Hill jerk seasoning," and "Island Spice jerk sauce." Amazon also carries combo packs and larger quantities at better per-unit prices. This is the most reliable source outside of visiting a Caribbean grocery store in person.
Jamaican Brand Direct
Walkerswood and Grace both have international export programs. Some brands also ship directly through their own websites for US, UK, and Canadian customers. Buying directly from Jamaican brands supports the Jamaican food economy and occasionally provides access to products not available in local stores.
What to Buy: The Definitive Recommendation
- For a pre-cooking marinade paste: Walkerswood Traditional Jamaican Jerk Seasoning (hot) — the best overall
- For a table sauce / condiment: Walkerswood Jerk BBQ Sauce or Grace Jerk Sauce
- For mild heat: Walkerswood Mild version or Grace Jerk Sauce (milder than traditional)
- For budget option: Grace Jerk Seasoning wet paste
- For supermarket availability: McCormick Caribbean Jerk dry blend (least authentic but widely available)
For full brand reviews with tasting notes and heat comparisons, see our complete jerk seasoning guide. For what to serve with the result, see our pairing guide. For making your own, see our jerk marinade recipe.
