Description
Smokey Joes Rubs Gunpowder Rub is a distinctive all-black seasoning blend built around a carefully chosen selection of natural ingredients. Lake Deborah salt forms the base, joined by black pepper, cocoa, cayenne, subtle sweet spices, and activated coconut charcoal — the ingredient responsible for its striking dark appearance and its ability to build an exceptional bark during long cooks.
This rub is well suited to low-and-slow barbecue, particularly beef brisket, pork ribs, and smoked lamb. The cayenne provides a mild background heat without overpowering, while the cocoa and sweet spices add depth and balance. The activated coconut charcoal helps produce a dark, richly textured crust that holds moisture and flavour through the entire cook.
Like all Smokey Joes Rubs, the Gunpowder Rub is 100% natural and completely free from gluten, MSG, fillers, preservatives, additives, and anti-caking agents. If the rub firms up in the pack, a shake or gentle loosening will bring it back to an even, ready-to-use consistency. Straightforward, honest seasoning made for people who take their barbecue seriously.
Features
- Activated Coconut Charcoal: Gives the rub its distinctive black colour and helps develop a deep, well-textured bark during smoking or slow cooking.
- Lake Deborah Salt Base: Uses premium Western Australian Lake Deborah salt for a clean, mineral-rich flavour foundation.
- Balanced Heat and Sweetness: Cayenne delivers mild background heat while subtle sweet spices provide balance and complexity without dominating.
- 100% Natural Ingredients: Contains no gluten, MSG, fillers, preservatives, additives, or anti-caking agents — just real, recognisable ingredients.
- Exceptional Bark Formation: Formulated to produce a rich, caramelised crust on smoked meats, locking in moisture and flavour through long cooks.
- Versatile Application: Works well across a range of cuts including beef brisket, pork ribs, lamb, and other low-and-slow barbecue favourites.