10 Best gourmet rubs of 2026

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1

John Henry's
John Henry's Texas Size Pecan Rub BBQ Seasoning - 26 Ounce
Main highlights

High Sugar Content for Caramelization
The seasoning has a high sugar content that caramelizes and blackens meat quickly, adding a delicious caramelized flavor to dishes.

Versatile Use for Various Meats
Ideal for chicken, pork, beef, and even vegetables. Great for grilling, smoking, and adding to homemade rubs for enhanced flavor.

Family Favorite for Flavor Enhancement
Praised for its sweet and savory taste, making it a hit among families and enhancing the flavor of smoked ribs, chicken, and pork.
9.8

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.9
Flavor

9.7
worth the money

9.3
quality of ingredients
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John Henry's
John Henry's Texas Size Pecan Rub BBQ Seasoning - 26 Ounce
Main highlights

High Sugar Content for Caramelization
The seasoning has a high sugar content that caramelizes and blackens meat quickly, adding a delicious caramelized flavor to dishes.

Versatile Use for Various Meats
Ideal for chicken, pork, beef, and even vegetables. Great for grilling, smoking, and adding to homemade rubs for enhanced flavor.

Family Favorite for Flavor Enhancement
Praised for its sweet and savory taste, making it a hit among families and enhancing the flavor of smoked ribs, chicken, and pork.
9.6

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.9
Flavor

9.7
worth the money

9.3
quality of ingredients
3

John Henry's

John Henry's Pecan Rub (11.5 oz)
9.3

Excellent

Our Rating
4

Traeger
Traeger Grills SPC174 Traeger Rub with Garlic and Chili Pepper
Main highlights

Key Features and Benefits
Extremely versatile rub with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors; kosher, GMO-free, and gluten-free in a stackable tin.

Ideal Use Cases
Ideal for any protein - enhances pork, beef, chicken, and seafood with notes of garlic, paprika, oregano, and chili pepper.

Customer Reviews Summary
Most praised for its versatility and unique flavor balance, making every meal an exciting culinary experience.
Key specs
- Size:9oz
- Ingredients:Garlic, paprika, oregano, chili pepper
- Packaging:Aluminum tin
- Flavor:Sweet, savory, spicy
- Type:Rub
9.2

Excellent

Our Rating

9.5
Flavor

9.5
Flexibility

9.3
Giftable
5

Traeger
Traeger Grills SPC174 Traeger Rub with Garlic and Chili Pepper
Main highlights

Key Features and Benefits
Extremely versatile rub with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors; kosher, GMO-free, and gluten-free in a stackable tin.

Ideal Use Cases
Ideal for any protein - enhances pork, beef, chicken, and seafood with notes of garlic, paprika, oregano, and chili pepper.

Customer Reviews Summary
Most praised for its versatility and unique flavor balance, making every meal an exciting culinary experience.
Key specs
- Size:9oz
- Ingredients:Garlic, paprika, oregano, chili pepper
- Packaging:Aluminum tin
- Flavor:Sweet, savory, spicy
- Type:Rub
9.1

Excellent

Our Rating

9.5
Flavor

9.5
Flexibility

9.3
Giftable
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6

Traeger
Traeger Grills SPC171 Pork and Poultry Rub with Apple and Honey
Main highlights

Flavorful Blend of Sweet and Savory
Combines apple, honey, paprika, and onion for a balanced taste.

Versatile Use with Various Dishes
Ideal for enhancing mild meats, veggies, and even scrambled eggs.

Top-Rated Sweet and Savory Taste
Praised for its unique flavor that complements a wide range of foods.
Key specs
- Size:9.25oz
- Ingredients:Kosher, GMO-free, gluten-free
- Packaging:Stackable aluminum tin
- Flavor:Sweet & savory, apple, honey, paprika, onion
- Type:N/A
9.0

Excellent

Our Rating

9.3
Flavor

9.1
Giftable

9.1
Flexibility
7

Traeger
Traeger Grills SPC171 Pork and Poultry Rub with Apple and Honey
Main highlights

Flavorful Blend of Sweet and Savory
Combines apple, honey, paprika, and onion for a balanced taste.

Versatile Use with Various Dishes
Ideal for enhancing mild meats, veggies, and even scrambled eggs.

Top-Rated Sweet and Savory Taste
Praised for its unique flavor that complements a wide range of foods.
Key specs
- Size:9.25oz
- Ingredients:Kosher, GMO-free, gluten-free
- Packaging:Stackable aluminum tin
- Flavor:Sweet & savory, apple, honey, paprika, onion
- Type:N/A
8.9

Very Good

Our Rating

9.3
Flavor

9.1
Giftable

9.1
Flexibility
8

SPICEWALLA

Spicewalla Honey and Herb Rub 3.8 oz | Garlic, Salt, Brown Sugar, Basil, Black Pepper | Non-GMO, Gluten Free, No MSG
8.8

Very Good

Our Rating
9

SPICEWALLA

Spicewalla Honey and Herb Rub 3.8 oz | Garlic, Salt, Brown Sugar, Basil, Black Pepper | Non-GMO, Gluten Free, No MSG
8.7

Very Good

Our Rating
10

John Henry's

John Henry's Texas Brisket Rub 11.5 Oz.
8.6

Very Good

Our Rating

10 Best gourmet rubs of 2026

1

John Henry's Texas Size Pecan Rub BBQ Seasoning - 26 Ounce

9.9

9.7

9.3

How do we rank?

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2

John Henry's Texas Size Pecan Rub BBQ Seasoning - 26 Ounce

9.9

9.7

9.3

3

John Henry's Pecan Rub (11.5 oz)

4

Traeger Grills SPC174 Traeger Rub with Garlic and Chili Pepper

9.5

9.5

9.3

5

Traeger Grills SPC174 Traeger Rub with Garlic and Chili Pepper

9.5

9.5

9.3

6

Traeger Grills SPC171 Pork and Poultry Rub with Apple and Honey

9.3

9.1

9.1

7

Traeger Grills SPC171 Pork and Poultry Rub with Apple and Honey

9.3

9.1

9.1

8

Spicewalla Honey and Herb Rub 3.8 oz | Garlic, Salt, Brown Sugar, Basil, Black Pepper | Non-GMO, Gluten Free, No MSG

9

Spicewalla Honey and Herb Rub 3.8 oz | Garlic, Salt, Brown Sugar, Basil, Black Pepper | Non-GMO, Gluten Free, No MSG

10

John Henry's Texas Brisket Rub 11.5 Oz.

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