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Title: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: Mike in Roseville on November 04, 2017, 08:26:57 PM
I have made some really good rubs, but like trying some commercial examples from time to time.

What are some of your favorite commercial BBQ/seasoning rubs?



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Post by: addicted-to-smoke on November 04, 2017, 08:56:37 PM
[Edit] Late-night reading comprehension error, sorry!
Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: kettlebb on November 05, 2017, 03:26:39 AM
I like the Stubbs line of sauces, rubs, and marinades.


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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: hawgheaven on November 05, 2017, 03:31:53 AM
Mad Hunky... www.madhunkymeats.com (http://www.madhunkymeats.com) I've been using his products for years... check it out!  8)
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Post by: Bubblehead on November 05, 2017, 03:35:06 AM
I've been into Oakridge lately. 
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Post by: julweidn on November 05, 2017, 04:27:14 AM
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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: Ken/Washington on November 05, 2017, 04:38:24 AM
Can't complain about Sweet Baby Ray...(BBQ sauce)

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Post by: blksabbath on November 05, 2017, 04:56:06 AM
I’ve had good luck Penzy’s rubs like BBQ2000 and 3000.  They are a good base to build from and add whatever else.


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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: SmokeVide on November 05, 2017, 05:06:07 AM
Where do I start? I've got a cabinet full of them.

There are a few local ones that I really like: Hogs 'N Heat, Rustic Rub, Code 3 and Buckhead. And there's a spice shop in Soulard Market at STL that has a few really nice concoctions that they mix up and sell in small containers.

A friend turned me onto a rub from Texas called Rudy's Rub. He buys several at a time and shares them. It's good on just about anything.

Killer Hogs rub is excellent.

I sometimes use Corky's and Rendezvous out of Tennessee, or one of the K.C. rubs, like Arthur Bryant or Gates.

Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: foshizzle on November 05, 2017, 06:18:18 AM
My go to commercial rub is Pappy’s. It’s similar to Lawry’s but better. Use it on Tri-tips and whole chickens and it’s great.

Pappy's Choice Seasoning (32 Oz Professional Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002ODE1PQ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_SLY.zb4XQN3Q6




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Post by: HoosierKettle on November 05, 2017, 06:26:37 AM
Rub’s swampboys bbq sauce, vinegar sauce, and his rub are all fantastic.

Hogs n heat products are also fantastic. Their all purpose seasoning goes great on everything. By far my favorite all purpose besides Tony’s.

Speaking of Tony’s, that’s still my favorite. Add a little brown sugar and it’s a great simple rub.

I really like famous Dave’s rich and sassy on ribs and in beans.

Montgomery inn is my favorite on chicken.

I’ll make bbq chicken using open pit once in awhile just to bring me back.


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Post by: king cobra on November 05, 2017, 06:42:18 AM
I eat a lot of chicken breast, I give it a shake of one of these then on to the grill, indirect heat

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Title: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: wessonjb on November 05, 2017, 11:07:02 AM
Can’t go wrong with Killer Hogs rub and sauce . His new vinegar sauce is money too. Oakridge rubs are little pricier but really good too. Love Victory Lanes rubs and they have a great variety from all seasoning rub , bbq rub , and finishing rubs. Just got the jalapeño season all rub and it’s fantastic. For a all purpose base seasoning that works well from veggies to fish , Heaven Made products called Its Incredible and that’s the only way to describe it.


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Post by: SMOKE FREAK on November 05, 2017, 11:59:47 AM
I'll second the Mad Hunky rubs and brines...
Rich knows his shit...
Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: Mike in Roseville on November 05, 2017, 12:15:08 PM

My go to commercial rub is Pappy’s. It’s similar to Lawry’s but better. Use it on Tri-tips and whole chickens and it’s great.

Pappy's Choice Seasoning (32 Oz Professional Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002ODE1PQ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_SLY.zb4XQN3Q6




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I’ve grown up on Pappy’s (being originally from the Central Valley). A lot of people really like it. However, I’ve really gotten burned out on it to the point that I bought a small shaker 3 years ago when I moved back to California (for nostalgia) and have only used it once.

My friends and family (and local butchers) put it on everything. The red label is very salt heavy. I will say their Fajita seasoning is really good though.


Thanks everyone...
@wessonjb I ordered the sampler from Oakridge because I have really been wanting to try their stuff for a while. I’ll see what I like and then commit to a larger quantity. Plowboys and Killer Hogs are next on my “try” list.



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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: The_Masteres on November 05, 2017, 11:14:08 PM
Are weber rubs any good ?
Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: Mike in Roseville on November 06, 2017, 06:08:53 AM
Are weber rubs any good ?

You know I have found them to be hit and miss.

One that I didn't care for (I don't recall the name) was a Weber Rib rub. It had a very fine, powdery texture and tasted like generic BBQ Chips.

However, one that I really like is their "N'Orleans Cajun Seasoning." It is fantastic on potatoes. Very similar to 5 Guys Cajun Fries.
Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: HoosierKettle on November 06, 2017, 06:45:15 AM

Are weber rubs any good ?

Kickn chicken is my favorite on chicken and pork chops. It’s great stuff. I like several of their seasonings but can’t think of the others right now.


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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: noles2g on November 06, 2017, 09:19:42 AM
I️ like weber Steak and Chop on burgers and steaks. Pretty good as a base and the wife and kid will eat it as it’s not too spicy at all. I️ add a little heat to mine for fun a little bit of Slap yo Mama


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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: MDiBar on November 06, 2017, 12:37:56 PM

My go to commercial rub is Pappy’s. It’s similar to Lawry’s but better. Use it on Tri-tips and whole chickens and it’s great.

Pappy's Choice Seasoning (32 Oz Professional Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002ODE1PQ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_SLY.zb4XQN3Q6

I also like Pappy’s for beef, although I use the lower sodium version.  I also like Meatchurch.  Very flavorful rubs and provide good color. 



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I’ve grown up on Pappy’s (being originally from the Central Valley). A lot of people really like it. However, I’ve really gotten burned out on it to the point that I bought a small shaker 3 years ago when I moved back to California (for nostalgia) and have only used it once.

My friends and family (and local butchers) put it on everything. The red label is very salt heavy. I will say their Fajita seasoning is really good though.


Thanks everyone...
@wessonjb I ordered the sampler from Oakridge because I have really been wanting to try their stuff for a while. I’ll see what I like and then commit to a larger quantity. Plowboys and Killer Hogs are next on my “try” list.



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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: MDiBar on November 06, 2017, 12:40:44 PM
Sorry, I screwed up my quote.  I like Pappy’s for beef, although I use the lower sodium.  I also like Meatchurch.  Very flavorful and good color.
Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: Madpap on November 06, 2017, 12:40:45 PM
Webers Beer can chicken is really good. Head Country is really good also.


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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: THUNDERDOME on November 13, 2017, 08:04:33 AM
Mad Hunky - General Purpose and Just Add Beef
Loot N Booty - Everything Rub and What's yoru Beef
Big Poppa Smokers - Sweet Money, Money, and Cash Cow
Meat Church - Holy Gospel
Simply Marvelous - Sweet Seduction and Genies Trinity
Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: GoAnywhereJeep on November 13, 2017, 08:29:26 AM
I normally try to always whip up my own rubs but I was in a hurry last night and tried Stubbs Chicken rub along with the ManLaw drumstick rack.

The Stubbs chicken was great. The ManLaw rack is flimsy and rusted after 1 use and 1 wash.
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Post by: Brain_STL on November 13, 2017, 04:26:26 PM
Blues Hog seasoning for pork butts, Zero to Hero for ribs as well as 17th Street Magic Dust from Mike Mills. All of the Code 3 Spices for various things, and finally Killer Hogs AP Rub for brisket with added coarse pepper. With steaks, I just can’t get away from Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning.


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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: Foster Dahlet on November 14, 2017, 04:45:30 AM

Are weber rubs any good ?

Kickn chicken is my favorite on chicken and pork chops. It’s great stuff. I like several of their seasonings but can’t think of the others right now.


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Agreed....Kickn Chicken is great.  Also Chicago Steak Seasoning is very popular in my household.

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Post by: jeffrackmo on November 14, 2017, 05:16:15 AM
I have been using Plowboys Yardbird recently and I love it (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171105/b37d01290bfb563860bd4cbab17519ad.jpg)


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That is my go to for wings!!  Love that stuff. I tell ewe whut!!

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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: Shoestringshop on November 16, 2017, 01:31:20 AM
Seasonings I use all the time are...

Weber Seasonings...
Kick N Chicken
Beer Can Chicken
Zesty Lemon
Boston Bay - (No longer made)

John Henry's Seasonings...
Old Stockyard - (Great on pork shoulder)
Texas Chicken Tickler
Hot Wing Rub - (Easy on this stuff)

Dizzy Pig Seasonings...
Swamp Venom
Cow Lick Steak

3 Beer Seasoning
BBQ Rub

There are a lot more but if I was going to recommend I to always have on hand it would be the Old Stockyard because can’t get it everywhere and I do a lot of pork shoulder.

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Post by: BBQ Jack on November 18, 2017, 05:29:08 AM
This is really good on chicken and salmon. I see it at Lowes sometimes also.

Three Little Pigs' Kansas City Touch of Cherry Rub

https://www.amazon.com/Three-Little-Kansas-Touch-Cherry/dp/B00488V7V6

For Steak check out Hardcore Carnivore Black, it has coconut charcoal in it.

https://www.hardcorecarnivore.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zI8iy3lx2w0

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Post by: addicted-to-smoke on November 18, 2017, 06:46:27 AM
You had me at "Jess Pryles" and "rub".

I understand she's also a cook.
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Post by: BBQ Jack on November 18, 2017, 07:21:39 AM
Not too long ago I bough 3 bottles of the black, it is good on steak. Just don't add salt or anything else. It has all you need for good taste.
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Post by: HoosierKettle on November 18, 2017, 07:28:54 AM
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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: MacEggs on November 18, 2017, 08:26:40 AM
I like the Stubbs line of sauces, rubs, and marinades.

I will second this, @kettlebb .  My most recent go at ribs was a few weeks ago.
They turned out fantastic.  Some of my best ribs ever …. I think …  ;)

I used nothing but Stubb's rub and sauce to finish.  The briquets are amazing for low'n'slow.
I also used some small chunks of hickory for smoke.  I usually go with apple and / or cherry.
This was my first time trying the rub and this particular flavour of sauce.  Highly recommend it.


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Title: Re: Favorite Commercial BBQ Rubs?
Post by: Mike in Roseville on November 18, 2017, 09:29:30 AM

You had me at "Jess Pryles" and "rub".

I understand she's also a cook.

Ha...Good one!


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