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Big Poppa Smokers collection of barbecue seasonings

Championship flavor starts with the rub you trust.

BBQ Rubs by Protein

Stock Up on Your Favorite Rubs

BBQ Seasoning Guide by Protein

Learn how to choose the perfect BBQ seasoning for every protein, from brisket and pork to chicken, fish, and more.

From brisket to burgers, these rubs bring serious flavor.

Best BBQ Rubs for Beef

Beef demands bold. Whether you're cooking brisket, tri-tip, steak, or burgers, these rubs bring the richness and bark-building punch you're after:

Explore Rub Tips for Brisket, Steak & More
Slab of BBQ ribs sauced and topped with jalapenos

Season your ribs, butts, and chops like a pro

Best BBQ Rubs for Pork

Pork loves sweet, savory, and a little heat. Whether it's baby back ribs, pork butts, tenderloin, or chops, these rubs will have you cooking like a champ:

  • Sweet Money – Our #1 best-seller. Balanced sweetness and savory backbone.
  • Money – The original all-purpose pork rub with less sugar.
  • Jallelujah Bacon – Add smoky bacon flavor to ribs or chops.
  • Jallelujah Lime – Bright citrus twist that plays perfectly with pork fat.
  • Competition Stash – Built for flavor and texture on comp-style ribs.
  • Happy Ending – Sprinkle on pork ribs or burnt ends right before boxing.
  • Desert Gold – Great for grilled pork tenderloin or chops.
  • Cuckoo Racha (Limited Edition) – Heat + sweet, perfect for spicy pulled pork.

Explore Rub Tips for Ribs

Top rubs for grilled, smoked, or roasted chicken.

Best BBQ Rubs for Chicken

Wings, thighs, breasts, or whole bird — we’ve got flavor for every cut and every style of cooking:

Explore Chicken Rub Tips & Winning Recipes

Citrus, herb, and heat—flavor blends that make seafood shine.

Best BBQ Rubs for Fish

When it comes to fish, balance and brightness win. Here are the BPS rubs that bring out the best in seafood:

Best Fish & Seafood Recipes and Tips

Expert tips and recipes to help you master every BBQ cook.

BBQ Tips, Recipes & Seasoning Secrets

Big Poppa seasoning ribs with Sweet Money
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