How to Get Peppercorn Sauce Like Quizno’s: Buy It or Make Your Own

ByThe Answerlode Editorial Team

The Hunt for Quizno’s Peppercorn Sauce

If you love that creamy peppercorn sauce on Quizno’s prime rib sub, you’re not alone. Many customers have searched grocery stores and restaurant supply shops hoping to buy a bottle for home use. Unfortunately, Quizno’s doesn’t sell their sauce separately to the public through retail channels. But that doesn’t mean you’re out of options.

Option 1: Ask Your Local Quizno’s

Your first move should be the simplest: visit or call your local Quizno’s and ask if they’ll sell you a bottle of peppercorn sauce. Some franchisees are willing to do this for regular customers, especially if you explain you’re a loyal fan. There’s no guarantee, but it’s worth a conversation. Worst case, they say no.

Option 2: Buy a Commercial Peppercorn Sauce

Several brands make creamy peppercorn sauces similar to what Quizno’s uses. These aren’t identical to the Quizno’s version, but they capture the same general flavor profile.

Le Sauce Gourmet Classic Green Peppercorn Sauce

Available on Amazon and at major grocers like Walmart, HEB, Jewel, and Albertsons, this sauce is thick, creamy, and works well on sandwiches, burgers, or roasted vegetables. It’s a simple way to get a similar taste without making it from scratch.

Donald Russell Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

This UK-based brand makes a premium version with fresh cream, black and green peppercorns, and brandy. It’s positioned toward steak lovers but works equally well on sandwiches and can be ordered online.

Gourmet Inspirations Creamy Peppercorn Whisky Steak Sauce

A Canadian option that combines cracked peppercorn heat with a smooth cream base and a subtle whisky finish. It’s available online and adds depth to beef sandwiches.

Option 3: Make Your Own at Home

Making peppercorn sauce from scratch takes about 15 minutes and requires basic pantry ingredients. This gives you control over the flavor and heat level.

Simple Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

The classic version uses heavy cream, beef broth, crushed black peppercorns, and brandy or cognac. Heat butter in a skillet, add crushed peppercorns and let them toast briefly for 1 minute. Pour in brandy and let it reduce, then add beef broth and heavy cream. Simmer until thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and white pepper. This keeps in the refrigerator for several days.

Quick Peppercorn Aioli

If you want something faster that doesn’t require cooking, make a peppercorn mayonnaise. Blend mayonnaise with minced garlic, freshly cracked black peppercorns, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt. This is quicker than a cream sauce and stores for up to a week. Some people prefer this on sandwiches because it’s lighter than heavy cream while still delivering peppercorn punch.

Using Your Sauce

However you get it, peppercorn sauce works best when spread on toasted bread or served warm on hot meat. For cold sandwiches taken to work, the aioli version stays fresher longer. For hot sandwiches, either version works, though the cream sauce adds richness that many people love with prime rib or other roasted beef.

Tips for Best Results

  • If you make cream sauce, let it cool slightly before spreading on bread so it doesn’t soak through.
  • For store-bought sauces, check the ingredient list. Some peppercorn sauces are very vinegar-forward; if you want to match Quizno’s, look for ones emphasizing cream or mayo as the base.
  • Freshly ground or crushed peppercorns taste noticeably better than pre-ground pepper. If making your own, buy whole peppercorns and crush them with a mortar and pestle.
  • The sauce tastes better when made with quality ingredients. Brandy or cognac (not cooking brandy) makes a real difference in the cream version.

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