Sweet Heat Rub

Sweet first. A little heat right behind it.

Lane’s Sweet Heat Rub starts with brown sugar and savory spices, then brings in cayenne and sriracha for a kick that keeps you coming back. It has enough heat to make things interesting without overpowering your food or sending anyone running for a glass of milk.

This one was practically made for chicken wings and ribs, where the brown sugar caramelizes as they cook and helps build a beautifully seasoned crust. It’s just as good on pork chops, chicken thighs, salmon, shrimp and grilled vegetables.

Smoke it, grill it, bake it or toss it into the air fryer. Sweet Heat is an easy way to add that sweet-and-spicy flavor everyone reaches for first.

Flavor Profile: Sweet, savory and spicy
Heat Level: Medium-High
Best On: Wings, ribs, pork, chicken and salmon
Great For: Grilling, smoking, baking and air frying
Pairs Well With: Kinda Sweet BBQ Sauce and One-Legged Chicken Buffalo Sauce
A Good Choice If: You like plenty of sweetness with a noticeable but approachable kick