Amazing ribs and such a good price as well.
Amazing quality products and fast service. It turned up as frozen as it left so I really can't complain.
If you’ve spent any time watching BBQ videos on YouTube, you’ve likely seen Malcom Reed work his magic with this rub. After using it on everything from spare ribs to spatchcock chicken, I can safely say the hype is real. It’s a "competition-style" rub that manages to be accessible enough for a Tuesday night dinner.
Flavor Profile
The standout feature of this rub is its perfect balance. It leads with a sweet, molasses-like depth from the brown sugar, followed quickly by a savory punch of garlic, onion, and a hint of orange peel that adds a subtle brightness. There is a "kiss" of heat at the very end from the chili pepper, but it’s definitely not a "hot" rub—it’s just enough to keep the sweetness from being cloying.
Performance & Appearance
This is where Killer Hogs truly wins. If you want that deep mahogany, "candy-coated" look on your ribs or pork butt, this is the bottle to grab. The sugar and paprika blend caramelizes beautifully, creating a professional-grade bark that looks like it came off a trophy-winning smoker.
Versatility
While it’s marketed heavily for pork and poultry, it’s surprisingly versatile:
- Pork: It’s a 10/10 for ribs and pulled pork.
- Chicken: Gives thighs and wings a great color and savory-sweet skin.
- Sides: I’ve actually started shaking a little on my baked beans and even over roasted sweet potatoes—it adds a nice "BBQ soul" to just about anything.
The Verdict
The only potential downside is for those who prefer a very salt-forward, Texas-style profile (lots of black pepper and salt). This is a sweeter, more "Memphis-style" blend. However, for a general-purpose rub that guarantees your meat will look and taste like you know exactly what you’re doing, you can’t beat it.
Pros:
- Incredible mahogany color/bark.
- Balanced sweet-to-heat ratio.
- Low enough salt content that you can apply it generously without over-salting.
Cons:
- Contains MSG (a pro for flavor, but a con for some dietary preferences).
- Might be too sweet for those who only like savory/peppery rubs.
Final Thought: If you want to turn out BBQ that looks like a professional pitmaster made it, this should be a staple in your pantry.
A1 as usual, great products and great friendly staff and owners. Highlyrecommended .
Great bit of kit for insulating the Davy Crocket. Very well made and fits beautifully