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Mouthwatering BBQ Rub Recipes You'll Love

The Classic Weekend BBQ Guru Rub

Hands seasoning a raw steak with herbs and spices.

This time-honored blend of paprika, garlic, and a hint of sweetness will make your meats sing.                                                                                                      Perfect on ribs or chicken, it ensures every bite is a flavor explosion!

Signature Weekend BBQ Guru Rub

Close-up of glazed barbecue ribs.

Turn up the heat with this fiery rub that combines chipotle and cayenne for a zesty thrill. Slather it on some brisket, pork or chicken and get ready for a barbecue that's anything but boring.

Smoked Forged Master Rub

Smoked Forged Master Rub

Sliced smoked brisket with a charred crust.

This fresh and fragrant mix of  spices is your go-to for your main menu item. It adds a burst of flavor without overpowering — think summer on a plate!

Unleash Flavor with Our Weekend BBQ Guru Rub Recipes

SMOKED FORGED ORIGINAL RUB


1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder


1 tbsp finely ground coffee (dark roast)


1 tbsp instant coffee (for solubility + aroma punch)


2 tbsp smoked paprika


3 tbsp kosher salt


3 tbsp coarse black pepper


1 tbsp garlic powder


1 tbsp onion powder


1-1 1/2 tsp cinnamon (warm, sweet, aromatic)


1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)



More Rub Recipes

The Classic Smoked Forged Rub

The Classic Smoked Forged Rub

The Classic Smoked Forged Rub

3 tbsp Kosher Salt


3 tbsp Coarse Black Pepper


2 tbsp finely ground Coffee (medium-dark roast)


2 tbsp Turbinado Sugar


1 tbsp Smoked Paprika


1 tbsp Garlic Powder


1 tbsp Onion Powder


1 tsp Mustard Powder


1 tsp Chili Powder


1/2 tsp Cayenne (optional)


1 tsp Fennel Seed Dust (finely crushed)


1 tsp Dried Citrus Peel (orange/lemon, finely ground)

Smoked Forged Master Rub

The Classic Smoked Forged Rub

The Classic Smoked Forged Rub

3 tbsp Kosher Salt


3 tbsp Coarse Black Pepper


3 tbsp Smoked Paprika


2 tbsp Dark Roast Coffee (very finely ground)


2 tbsp Cocoa Powder (unsweetened, natural)


1 tbsp Cinnamon


1tbsp Garlic Powder


1 tbsp Onion Powder


1 tbsp Ancho Chili Powder


1 tsp Chipotle Powder


1 tsp Fennel Seed Dust (fine)


1 tsp Ground Orange Peel


1/2 tsp Cayenne 


1/2 tsp White Pepper

Smoked Forged Signature Rub

The Classic Smoked Forged Rub

Smoked Forged Signature Rub

1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (sifted)


3 tbsp Finely Ground Coffee (expresso)


3 tbsp Coarse Kosher Salt


3 tbsp Coarse Black Pepper


2 tbsp Smoked Paprika


1 tbsp Garlic Powder


1 tbsp Onion Powder


1 tbsp ground Ancho or Chiptole Powder


1 tbsp Dark Brown Sugar (not for long brisket smokes)


1/2 tsp ground cinnamon


1/4 tsp Cayenne (optional)

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