{"product_id":"sweet-heat-bbq-dry-rub-340g","title":"CROIX VALLEY: Sweet Heat BBQ Dry Rub | Sweet \u0026 Mild Heat BBQ Rub | 340g (12oz) Shaker","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild — sweet-led with a gentle warmth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 340g (12oz) shaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hudson, Wisconsin, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetarian and gluten free (brand claim; contains honey powder); always check the physical label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest on:\u003c\/strong\u003e chicken, pork ribs, sausages, roast veg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHeat the whole table can agree on\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet Heat is Croix Valley's family-friendly answer to the rub aisle — enough gentle warmth to keep things interesting, not enough to send the kids reaching for milk. It suits the cook feeding a mixed table where not everyone wants a chilli hit, and it nails a sweet-led balance with just a whisper of heat behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe flavour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront palate is brown sugar sweetness, middle brings warm paprika and a light pepper kick, finish carries a gentle, mild heat that builds slowly rather than announcing itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to cook with it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoat chicken pieces generously before grilling over medium heat, watching closely in the last few minutes as the sugar content wants to catch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply to pork ribs before a low, slow smoke, then a light second dusting straight off the heat for extra crust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss through wedges of pumpkin or sweet potato before roasting for a sweet-savoury side that leans into the same profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-field use: mix a spoonful through softened cream cheese for a quick, sweet-warm dip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the shaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shaker of golden-amber rub with visible flecks of paprika and cracked pepper; a fine, sugar-rich grind that caramelises quickly, so it wants medium rather than high heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Dietary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients (from the brand's label):\u003c\/strong\u003e Sugar, Salt, Spices, Granulated Garlic, Granulated Onion, Honey Powder, Ground Mustard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e mustard (as declared on the brand's label).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetarian and gluten free (brand claim; contains honey powder); always check the physical label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Rub Smuggler's Verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:10px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/8568\/2986\/files\/889_wink-glazed-pork-belly.png?width=440\" alt=\"Darryl Rubb, The Rub Smuggler\" width=\"220\" height=\"220\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:220px;height:220px;float:right;margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eSweet Heat is the one shaker that clears the whole table, kids included — gentle warmth building slow rather than announcing itself. Keep it to medium heat on the grill, the sugar wants to catch if you push it. Pour \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/fancy-hanks-cayenne-watermelon-hot-sauce\"\u003eFancy Hank's cayenne and watermelon hot sauce\u003c\/a\u003e on the side for anyone chasing more. For sticky drumsticks the kids will fight over, glaze late with \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/republic-honey-bbq-sauce-all-purpose-bbq-sauce-500ml\"\u003eRepublic Honey BBQ Sauce\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px dashed #E8340A;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin:24px 0 18px;clear:both;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏴‍☠️ Darryl's Secret: Sweet Heat Pumpkin Wedges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe side dish that goes first.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll need:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1kg pumpkin, cut into wedges, skin on; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp Sweet Heat BBQ Dry Rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo this:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin:0 0 4px 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss the pumpkin in the oil and rub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast at 200°C for 30–35 minutes, turning once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep an eye on them in the last few minutes so the sugar caramelises without catching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hot is Sweet Heat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eMild — it's a sweet-led rub with a gentle warmth, built to suit the whole table including kids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's it best on?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eChicken and pork ribs are the classic pairing, though it works well on roast veg too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it gluten free and vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eNot strictly — Croix Valley lists it as vegetarian, as the label includes honey powder. Always check the physical label to confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CROIX VALLEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44768325009450,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/8568\/2986\/files\/croix-valley-sweet-heat-bbq-dry-rub-340g-front.png?v=1788141292","url":"https:\/\/www.therubhub.com.au\/en-nz\/products\/sweet-heat-bbq-dry-rub-340g","provider":"THE RUB HUB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}