BBQ LAB: Island Smoke – 190g

Bring the tropics to your grill

Meet Island Smoke — BBQ Lab's sweet, smoky rub with a bright citrus kick. Think sun-soaked, island-inspired flavour that turns everyday chicken, pork or a fillet of fish into something that tastes like a holiday. Hand-blended in small batches with real spices and natural ingredients.

The flavour

Sweet brown and raw sugars meet smoked paprika for a mellow, smoky base; then lime and kaffir lime zest lift it with a bright, tropical tang; and warm spices — cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and white pepper — round out a long, aromatic finish. Sweet, smoky and citrus-bright, with no chilli burn.

How to cook with it

• Coat chicken thighs or wings, rest 20–30 minutes, then grill or smoke for sticky, citrus-smoky skin.
• Rub over pork loin or a whole snapper before the barbecue for a tropical, caramelised crust.
• Toss cauliflower, pumpkin or corn in olive oil and Island Smoke before roasting for a sweet-smoky side.
• Dust over grilled prawns and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime.
• Pair with BBQ Lab True Blend to build an even deeper savoury base.

In the jar

A warm, russet-toned blend with visible paprika and flecks of zest, fine enough to coat evenly and cling to skin and crackling. No chilli heat — this one is all about sweet, smoky, citrus aroma. Sprinkle-and-go from a 190g jar.

Ingredients & Dietary

Ingredients: Brown sugar, kosher salt, raw sugar, garlic, smoked paprika, coconut powder, table/pink salt, lime zest, black pepper, kaffir lime zest, allspice, white pepper, citric acid, cinnamon, nutmeg.

Dietary: Contains coconut. Made with real ingredients and no fillers — always check the physical label, especially for allergens.

The Rub Smuggler's Verdict

Island Smoke had the Smuggler grinning like a bloke who found rum in the bilge. His tip: hit chicken thighs or a whole snapper, let it sit 20 minutes, then finish with Little Brixton Rum & BBQ Sauce and a drizzle of Atomic Chicken Honey Mango. Tastes like a holiday you didn't pay for.

FAQ

What does Island Smoke taste like?
Sweet and smoky with a bright citrus lift from lime and kaffir lime, plus warm spice. Tropical and aromatic, with no chilli heat.

What's it best on?
Chicken, pork, fish and prawns, and grilled or roasted vegetables. Anything that suits a sweet-smoky, citrus profile.

Does it contain allergens?
It contains coconut. Always check the physical label before use.