LITTLE BRIXTON: Jerk Marinade

Proper Jamaican jerk, made in Melbourne

This is the marinade that started Little Brixton — a tribute to founder Richard's family's Jamaican heritage, born the summer he moved from London to Melbourne and couldn't find a decent jerk marinade anywhere. So he made his own. Lucky us.

The flavour

Sweet and smoky with a hint of habanero chilli — that classic jerk one-two of warm allspice and thyme up front, ginger and garlic through the middle, and a slow, friendly habanero heat on the finish. Real jerk balance: flavour first, fire second.

How to cook with it

• Marinate chicken (the classic) for at least 30 minutes — overnight is better
• Slather over pork shoulder or ribs before a slow cook
• Toss through prawns or firm fish before the grill
• Coat veg and halloumi for the barbecue

In the jar

A thick, spoonable marinade loaded with real thyme, spring onion and spice — this is a made-from-scratch jar, not a factory gloop. One jar is all you need to bring the taste of home into your kitchen.

Ingredients & Dietary

Ingredients: Thyme, lime, garlic, ginger, gluten free soy sauce, tomato paste, spring onion, habanero chilli, allspice, brown sugar, molasses, salt, olive oil, vinegar.

Dietary: Made with gluten free soy sauce. No other claims published — always check the physical label.

The Rub Smuggler's Verdict

Smuggled many things in my time, but Caribbean sunshine in a jar from a Melbourne kitchen? That's a first. Marinate your chook overnight, grill it hard, then brush it with Smokin Mangoes Mango Habanero Rib Glaze and thank me quietly. The full Little Brixton haul is worth pinching — er, purchasing. Keep a bottle of Heavenly Hell Fire Of The Phoenix Caribbean Rum Hot Sauce on the table for anyone chasing more fire.

FAQ

Is Little Brixton Jerk Marinade spicy?

It's a mild jerk — sweet and smoky with a gentle habanero warmth on the finish. Flavour first, fire second, so the whole table can enjoy it.

How do I use jerk marinade on chicken?

Coat the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes (overnight is better), then grill, barbecue or roast until cooked through and lightly charred.

Is Little Brixton Jerk Marinade gluten free?

It's made with gluten free soy sauce. No other dietary claims are published — always check the physical label.

What is the jerk marinade made from?

Real thyme, lime, garlic, ginger, spring onion, allspice, habanero and brown sugar — a made-from-scratch Jamaican jerk, not a factory gloop.

Where is Little Brixton made?

In Melbourne, Australia, by a crew keeping Brixton's Jamaican flavours alive Down Under.