Rubs & Seasonings

BBQ War - Rooster Raid BBQ Rub Award-winning and packed with flavour, Rooster Raid is built for poultry. This sweet and savoury rub delivers a juicy, flavour-packed finish with just the right touch of heat, making it equally at home on the grill, in the smoker, or roasted in the oven. Developed through competition barbecue and refined over countless cooks, it enhances the natural flavour of chicken without overpowering it. The balanced blend of sweetness, savoury spices, and gentle warmth helps create beautifully coloured, mouthwatering poultry every time. Great with: Whole chickens Drumsticks, wings, and thighs Chicken breasts Turkey Duck Grilled or smoked poultry Whether you're cooking a weeknight roast or firing up the smoker for a crowd, Rooster Raid is a versatile poultry rub that delivers consistent, award-winning results. Ingredients: Sugar, maize maltodextrin, salt, dehydrated vegetables, spices, thickener, herbs, canola oil, hydrolysed maize protein, natural colour, anti-caking agent, herb extracts, spice extract.

BBQ War - Beef 52 BBQ Rub Big, bold beef flavour starts here. Refined through years of competition barbecue, this pepper-forward rub is designed to enhance the natural taste of beef while helping create a rich, flavour-packed crust. The coarse texture develops beautifully over high heat or long cooks, locking in juices and delivering the kind of bark and colour that beef lovers chase. Whether you're grilling steaks, smoking brisket, or cooking low and slow, this rub lets the quality of the meat shine through. Ideal for: Ribeye, sirloin, and T-bone steaks Brisket Beef cheeks Short ribs Roast beef Any cut headed for the grill or smoker From backyard barbecues to competition cooks, this is a go-to beef rub for creating deep flavour, great colour, and a crust that keeps you coming back for another bite. Ingredients: Dehydrated vegetables, breadcrumb, salt, mineral salt, sugar, dextrose, hydrolysed maize protein, rice flour, spices, premix protein extract, yeast extract, herbs, flavour enhancer, acidity regulator, natural colour, herb extracts, vegetable extracts.

BBQ War - Boar War BBQ Rub Sweet, smoky, and award-winning, Boar War is built to bring out the best in pork. With a balanced blend of sweetness, smoke, and savoury spice, it's perfect for creating a rich, caramelised finish on everything from low-and-slow barbecue to everyday roasts. Designed to complement the natural flavour of pork without overpowering it, Boar War is equally at home on ribs, pork belly, shoulders, chops, and hocks. Apply generously before cooking and let the seasoning work its magic as it develops a beautiful colour and flavour-packed crust. Ideal for: Pork ribs Pork belly Pulled pork Pork shoulder Smoked hocks Pork chops Whether you're firing up the smoker or cooking a family roast, Boar War delivers competition-worthy flavour with every cook. Ingredients: Sugar, Spices, Salt, Dehydrated Garlic.

BBQ War - Lamb Mine BBQ Rub   Bold, earthy, and packed with savoury herb flavour, Lamb Mine was created to bring out the best in lamb. A carefully balanced blend of spices and herbs complements rich cuts beautifully, adding depth without overpowering the natural flavour of the meat. Perfect for everything from a quick-cooked rack of lamb to a slow-roasted shoulder, Lamb Mine develops a flavourful crust and pairs exceptionally well with charcoal, wood smoke, and traditional roasting methods. It's also a great choice for venison and other game meats. Ideal for: Lamb racks and chops Lamb ribs Slow-roasted shanks and shoulders Grilled lamb kebabs Venison and game meats Whether you're cooking a weeknight roast or firing up the smoker for a special occasion, Lamb Mine delivers rich, aromatic flavour that's made for lamb. Ingredients: Sugar, maize maltodextrin, salt, thickener, flavour enhancer, herbs(Rosemary, spearmint), Canola oil, Natural colour, anti-caking agent, herb extracts.

Rum And Que - Umami Garlic Butter Finishing Seasoning A beautiful blend of Garlic, Seasoning and Butter! UMAMI Garlic Butter - What better way to finish off a steak or sprinkle over roast potatoes or stir into creamy mash. Easy to make garlic bread by adding this to melted butter and simply spread on a French stick. The kids will love this sprinkled on popcorn, too! A little goes a long way, so use this towards the end of the cook to really get the best bang for sprinkle! Ingredients: Sugar, salt, dehydrated vegetables (garlic, mushroom, onion), flavours (milk), spices and spice extracts, soy sauce powder [soy sauce powder (wheat), maltodextrin (tapioca), anticaking agent (551)], yeast extract, vegetable oil, vegetable protein extract (maize), herb extract. Allergens: Milk, wheat, soy

Rum And Que - Soft Coq BBQ Rub Soft Coq is our all-purpose white meat BBQ rub, crafted to bring out the best in chicken, pork and seafood. With plenty of savoury depth and a gentle kick of spice, it enhances flavour without overpowering it. For the best results, season your meat a few hours before cooking to give the flavours time to develop. Whether you're grilling, roasting or smoking, Soft Coq delivers consistently delicious results. A versatile seasoning that deserves a permanent place beside the BBQ and in the kitchen. Discover the secret to flavourful white meat dishes with our Soft Coq BBQ rub today! Suggested uses:  Chicken Pork Seafood  Taco seasoning  Ingredients: Spices, sugar, salt, dehydrated garlic, thyme

Rum And Que - Ram Rod BBQ Rub Ram Rod is our go-to seasoning for lamb, venison and game. Crafted with a bold blend of savoury spices and herbs, it's designed to complement rich meats while cutting through their natural fattiness. Apply generously a few hours before cooking and let the flavours develop. Whether you're roasting a leg of lamb, smoking lamb ribs, or cooking fresh game from the hunt, Ram Rod delivers outstanding results. A must-have rub for hunters, lamb lovers and anyone who enjoys big, bold flavour. Suggested uses: Lamb Mutton  Venison Beef Chicken Taco seasoning Ingredients: Spices, sugar, salt, dehydrated garlic, thyme

Rum And Que - Shandy BBQ Rub Lemon & Lime Shandy brings a bright burst of citrus flavour to the BBQ. Inspired by the refreshing combination of lemon, lime and beer, this seasoning delivers a zesty lift that pairs perfectly with lighter proteins. Designed for seafood, chicken and pork, it adds layers of fresh citrus flavour while enhancing the natural taste of your food. Whether you're grilling fish fillets, cooking prawns or roasting a whole chicken, Lemon & Lime Shandy adds a vibrant twist that's perfect for warmer days. A fresh and versatile seasoning that's guaranteed to become a spring and summer favourite.

Rum And Que - Intensify BBQ Rub Intensify is our versatile all-purpose seasoning designed to bring out the best in whatever you're cooking. Whether it's beef, chicken, pork, seafood or vegetables, this flavour-packed blend enhances natural flavours without overpowering them. Use it before cooking as a base layer of seasoning, or sprinkle it on afterwards as a finishing touch. Equally at home on the BBQ, in the smoker or in the kitchen, Intensify adds depth and balance to every meal. If you're looking for one seasoning that can do it all, Intensify is the shaker you'll keep reaching for. Suggested uses:  All kinds of Meat All kinds of vegetables EVERYTHING RUB Ingredients: Salt, sugar, flavour enhancer (621), dehydrated garlic, spices, vegetable oil

Rum And Que - The Porter BBQ Rub Porter Seasoning is the rich, dark member of the Beer Can Range. Inspired by a classic porter beer, it delivers deep savoury flavour with subtle chocolate notes that pair perfectly with beef, lamb, venison, and game meats. Whether you're cooking a steak, roast, or wild game, Porter adds depth and complexity while letting the meat shine. For best results, season generously and cook over high heat to create a rich, flavour-packed crust. Bold, robust, and full of character, Porter Seasoning is made for serious red meat lovers.

Rum And Que - Homegrown All Purpose BBQ Rub We've teamed up with the Hellers Sharp Blacks to bring you a herby, all-purpose BBQ rub to use on just about anything. Put it on your meat before cooking or sprinkle it on your vegetables. You can even add it to soups and casseroles. A great balance of native New Zealand herbs. Kawakawa, Horopito and Thyme to name a few! Ingredients: Sugar, salt, herbs, maltodextrin, dehydrated garlic, spices, hydrolysed vegetable protein, yeast extract, vegetable oil, food acid (330), herb extract.

Rum And Que - Dirty Bird Original Chicken Seasoning Dirty Bird BBQ Chicken Seasoning is the easiest way to bring big barbecue flavour to your chicken. Unlike the other Dirty Bird seasonings, there's no flour required. Simply apply it directly to the chicken, and you're ready to cook. With a touch of smoky flavour built into the blend, it's perfect for creating BBQ-style chicken in the oven when firing up the smoker or grill isn't an option. Whether you're cooking a whole chicken, thighs, drumsticks, or wings, Dirty Bird delivers juicy, flavour-packed results every time. Simply season your chicken and leave it to sit for 10 minutes before cooking to help the seasoning adhere to the skin. Cook at 180–200°C, then rest uncovered for 5–10 minutes before serving for the best flavour and texture. Ingredients: Spices and spice extract, salt, dehydrated garlic, flavour enhancer (621), herbs.

Rum And Que - Dirty Bird Nashville Chicken Seasoning Dirty Bird Nashville Chicken Seasoning takes everything you love about Dirty Bird and turns up the heat. Inspired by the famous Nashville hot chicken style, this seasoning combines bold Southern flavours with an extra kick of spice for those who like their fried chicken with a bit more attitude. Simply mix it through your flour before coating chicken pieces, wings, tenders, or fillets. The result is a crispy, flavour-packed crust with layers of savoury seasoning and a satisfying chilli warmth that keeps you coming back for more. Perfect for fried chicken, chicken burgers, wings, and tenders, Dirty Bird Nashville delivers the classic Southern fried experience with a fiery Nashville twist. Ingredients: Spices and spice extract, salt, dehydrated garlic, flavour enhancer (621), herbs.

Rum And Que - Dirty Bird BBQ Chicken Seasoning Dirty Bird Chicken Seasoning brings the bold, savoury flavours of Southern-style fried chicken straight to your kitchen. Packed with a carefully balanced blend of herbs and spices, it's designed to give your chicken that classic golden, flavour-packed coating everyone loves. Simply mix Dirty Bird through your flour before coating chicken pieces, tenders, wings, or fillets. It creates a deliciously seasoned crust with just the right amount of savoury spice, making it a family favourite for everything from weeknight dinners to backyard feasts. Crispy, flavourful, and easy to use, Dirty Bird is your secret weapon for better fried chicken every time. Ingredients: Spices and spice extract, salt, dehydrated garlic, flavour enhancer (621), herbs.

TEXANZ Coffee Rub We stepped outside the traditional box with this one. This gives a great flavour to all meats. Very subtle coffee up front, mellowing into a semi-sweet, warm, smoky finish that will leave you wanting more. This rub, in combination with our Beef and First Base rubs, has won award after award on the NZ BBQ circuit.  Try it and see what all the fuss is about. GLUTEN FREE 125gm