Mix It Yourself: BUILD YOUR OWN RUB

The future of flavor starts in your own kitchen, and it’s simpler than you think. Forget the store-bought blends—if you’ve got brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, and paprika, you’re already halfway to barbecue brilliance.

This starter rub is a perfect base: the brown sugar brings the sweet, the salt enhances flavor, the garlic powder adds depth, and paprika gives it that smoky, earthy kick. Want heat? Add cayenne. Craving herbs? Toss in thyme or oregano. Once you start mixing, you’ll never go back.

Barbecue is personal, and so should your rub be. Grab a jar, get creative, and claim your pitmaster title—one shake at a time.

The beauty of DIY rubs is the freedom to tweak and taste as you go. Whether you’re grilling ribs, smoking brisket, or just roasting veggies, a custom rub lets you dial in the flavor exactly how you like it—bold, balanced, or blazing hot.

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