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FORUM SPONSORS => Pit Barrel Cooker Co. => Topic started by: JMH on May 12, 2018, 11:33:20 AM

Title: Sugar in rubs for PBC
Post by: JMH on May 12, 2018, 11:33:20 AM

What are the group's thoughts on sugar in rubs for the PBC due to the higher temps it runs at as compared to a "traditional" smoker? 

I have made/used Meathead's Memphis Dust and completely skipped the sugar for fear of it burning in the cooker (especially since it seems like a lot of sugar in the recipe).  Ribs/butts are good, but seem to be missing the sugar, or the flavor needs rounded out somehow.  I typically do not sauce the ribs while in the cooker, or afterwards, just a preference. 

Title: Re: Sugar in rubs for PBC
Post by: Agustine on May 12, 2018, 12:27:21 PM

I can close the tamper on my PBC to run at a steady 220F so I have no problems. It all comes down to knowing your cooker  ;)

Title: Re: Sugar in rubs for PBC
Post by: Kona on May 12, 2018, 12:58:13 PM

I use Memphis Dust religiously on my PBC, no issues

Title: Re: Sugar in rubs for PBC
Post by: Kona on May 12, 2018, 01:01:56 PM

These are ribs I did recently using Memphis Dust, no sauce

(https://s6.postimg.cc/9mt61mwep/IMG_3414.jpg)