{"product_id":"garlic-barbecue-booster-170g","title":"CROIX VALLEY: Garlic Barbecue Booster | All-Purpose Seasoning | 170g (6oz) 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 None stated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170g (6oz) 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 Vegan and gluten free (brand claim) — always check the physical label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest on:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicken, vegetables, potatoes, popcorn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe one shaker that never sits still\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarlic Barbecue Booster is the shaker Croix Valley built for the cook who reaches for one thing on everything. It carries the same garlic-forward backbone that built Damon and Lu Holter's competition reputation in Hudson, Wisconsin, just tuned for weeknight speed rather than a turn-in box. Keep it within arm's reach — it earns the spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe flavour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToasted garlic leads, sharp and savoury rather than raw and hot. Through the middle it settles into a rounded, salty savouriness with a whisper of onion and cracked pepper for backbone. The finish is clean and moreish, built to make you reach for a second shake rather than reconsider the first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to cook with it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason chicken thighs generously before they hit direct heat — the garlic notes toast further on the grill and build a proper crust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss halved potatoes in oil and a solid dusting before roasting; the garlic clings to every rough edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake it directly into the popcorn bowl straight off the stove while the kernels still carry a little oil — it sticks best warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir a spoonful through softened butter for an instant garlic butter to melt over steamed vegetables or corn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust it over scrambled eggs or a cheese toastie for a garlicky lift that has nothing to do with the barbecue at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the shaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a pale, sandy-gold blend with visible flecks of dried garlic and herb through a fine, free-flowing grind. It shakes evenly with no clumping and toasts quickly on direct heat, so build it in stages rather than one heavy dump if you're working over hot coals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Dietary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full ingredient statement to be confirmed from the physical label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegan and gluten free (brand claim) — 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\/097_rub-shaker-cloud-cheeky.png?v=1\u0026amp;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;\"\u003eThis is the shaker you grab before you've decided what's for dinner — garlic-forward, toasty, works on chicken, veg or popcorn without a second thought. Dust it on early for roasts, then a light pinch right at serving wakes the garlic back up. Run it alongside \u003ca href=\"\/products\/uncle-mungos-chipotle-bbq\"\u003eUncle Mungo's chipotle BBQ sauce\u003c\/a\u003e for a proper beef or chicken night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Garlic Barbecue Booster suitable for vegans?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eYes — it carries the brand's vegan and gluten free claim, though always check the physical label for the most current information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain any heat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eNo heat is stated for this blend — it's built as a savoury, garlic-forward all-rounder rather than a spicy seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CROIX VALLEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44768327073834,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/8568\/2986\/files\/croix-valley-garlic-barbecue-booster-170g-front.png?v=1788141451","url":"https:\/\/www.therubhub.com.au\/products\/garlic-barbecue-booster-170g","provider":"THE RUB HUB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}