BBQ Better

Rub It Right. Smoke It Better.™

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DRY RUBS

The Son of a Brisket rub that lives up to its name. Competition-inspired. Backyard-approved.

Pecker Wrecker Chicken Rub

Pecker Wrecker Chicken Rub

Our delicious blend for those who like it on chicken

Fireline Hot Rub

Fireline Hot Rub

Our fiery blend for those who like it hot

Merchandise

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White Tee Shirt

$20.00 USD

White Unisex Tee, 5.3 ounces, 100% preshrunk cotton

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Black Tee Shirt

Black Tee Shirt

$20.00 USD

Black Unisex Tee, 5.3 ounces, 100% preshrunk cotton

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Hat

Hat

$20.00 USD

Trucker Style Unisex Snap Back

Built By Smoke. Backed By Bark.

Frank Ackerman, Pitmaster

BBQ Better was born in the backyard, built in the pit, and backed by bold American flavor. Crafted by Frank Ackerman — pitmaster, biker, and flavor fanatic — this rub was designed for brisket but works wonders on ribs, steaks, and just about anything that hits the grill.

Our S.O.B. Beef Rub is packed by hand in Antelope, California, using premium spices for serious bark and bold taste. This is BBQ done better.

Real Pitmasters. Real Feedback.

See what people are saying after tasting the bark.

"So good it even makes St Louis BBQ cry!"

- Ty Torelli, St. Louis Mo

"I run a food truck and I've switched my beef rub over to this. It's that good."

- Dana C., San Jose CA

"Frank nailed it. Straight fire flavor, and it smells amazing even before it hits the pit."

- Luis M., Sacramento CA

You've Got Questions. We've Got the Rub.

Everything you need to know before your next cookout.

What's in the rub?

Coarse black pepper, turbinado sugar, cumin, dry mustard, thyme, garlic, onion, chili powder, MSG, and kosher salt.

Is it spicy?

It's mild with a kick from the pepper and chili powder — balanced for bark and bark only.

How long does it last?

Best used within 12 months, but it's safe and flavorful up to 2 years when stored properly.

Where do you ship from?

Antelope, California. We ship across the U.S. with real-time shipping rates.

Can I buy in bulk?

Not yet, but it's coming soon. Contact us directly for special requests.

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