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Bold & Smoky Coffee Rub

This Bold & Smoky Coffee Rub is the perfect seasoning blend for grilling, roasting, or smoking meats. With deep coffee richness, a hint of smokiness, and a touch of spice, it adds irresistible flavor to your favorite cuts of meat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Rest Time (Optional) 30 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Seasoning, Spice Blend
Cuisine American, BBQ
Servings 1 batch

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Spoon
  • Airtight Container

Ingredients
  

Coffee Rub

  • 0.25 cup Ground Coffee preferably dark roast
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt or more to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional, for heat
Keyword BBQ rub, coffee rub, grill seasoning, meat rub, smoky rub