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Review: Draper's BBQ Sauce & Rub
A little over two weeks ago I mentioned this new must-try sauce. Here's
the formal review.
I recently ordered up some Draper's BBQ Smokin' Sauce after hearing a
rave review from Scott Roberts on a recent episode of Greg Rempe's BBQ
Central Radio show. I was excited to try it, and it certainly didn't
disappoint.
Before I get into my thoughts of the Draper's products, here how the
sauce is described on their site:
sure to point out that this is not a traditional regional sauce, and I agree.
It's a relatively thick ketchup-based sauce that, if pressed, I would call a
cross between a Kansas City and a Memphis-style sauce. However, that
really doesn't do justice to the uniqueness of this sauce.
The word "unique" can tend to be seen as a potential negative, especially
in competition circles, but that's clearly not the case here. With this sauce
it's a serious plus. I'd call it unique, but not overly so. It's just a special
taste that really makes you take notice.
As for flavor profile, it has a tangy black pepper taste up front, with a
smokey chili powder sweetness in the middle, followed by a slightly spicy
afterburn. There is also a very subtle herb flavor intermingled throughout. I
truly think that this sauce would do very well in competition. It's just
mainstream enough, but also unique enough to separate you from the
pack.
The only thing even approaching a negative about this sauce is how
quickly it sets on cooked meats. The label instructs you to put it on in the
last ten minutes of cooking, and that should be heeded. Alternatively, you
could do as I did and thin it slightly to help it flow better and increase the
set time.
I also tried their A.P. Rub. The "A.P." stands for all-purpose, and that is
certainly the case. I tried it paired with the sauce on both chicken and
pork ribs, and they worked very well together. I was amazed at how well
the flavor profile of the rub matched the sauce. The only difference is that
the rub is slightly spicier than the sauce. It has a great balance of salt and
sweet that compliments the meat without overpowering it.
If you are looking to for a sauce and/or rub that will add a new and unique
dimension to your barbecue, you really can't go wrong with Draper's. It's
good stuff, indeed.
Obligatory Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with Draper's, and this is not a
compensated endorsement. I'm just spreadin' the love.
-----
John
A little over two weeks ago I mentioned this new must-try sauce. Here's
the formal review.
I recently ordered up some Draper's BBQ Smokin' Sauce after hearing a
rave review from Scott Roberts on a recent episode of Greg Rempe's BBQ
Central Radio show. I was excited to try it, and it certainly didn't
disappoint.
Before I get into my thoughts of the Draper's products, here how the
sauce is described on their site:
DBQ Smokin' Sauce is great on all types of meat and can be
used as a baste or a dipping sauce. A blend of sweet, tangy
and smoky with a touch of heat thrown in for good measure,
this sauce is as versatile as it is delicious.
I will say that their description is very accurate. On the label they make used as a baste or a dipping sauce. A blend of sweet, tangy
and smoky with a touch of heat thrown in for good measure,
this sauce is as versatile as it is delicious.
sure to point out that this is not a traditional regional sauce, and I agree.
It's a relatively thick ketchup-based sauce that, if pressed, I would call a
cross between a Kansas City and a Memphis-style sauce. However, that
really doesn't do justice to the uniqueness of this sauce.
The word "unique" can tend to be seen as a potential negative, especially
in competition circles, but that's clearly not the case here. With this sauce
it's a serious plus. I'd call it unique, but not overly so. It's just a special
taste that really makes you take notice.
As for flavor profile, it has a tangy black pepper taste up front, with a
smokey chili powder sweetness in the middle, followed by a slightly spicy
afterburn. There is also a very subtle herb flavor intermingled throughout. I
truly think that this sauce would do very well in competition. It's just
mainstream enough, but also unique enough to separate you from the
pack.
The only thing even approaching a negative about this sauce is how
quickly it sets on cooked meats. The label instructs you to put it on in the
last ten minutes of cooking, and that should be heeded. Alternatively, you
could do as I did and thin it slightly to help it flow better and increase the
set time.
I also tried their A.P. Rub. The "A.P." stands for all-purpose, and that is
certainly the case. I tried it paired with the sauce on both chicken and
pork ribs, and they worked very well together. I was amazed at how well
the flavor profile of the rub matched the sauce. The only difference is that
the rub is slightly spicier than the sauce. It has a great balance of salt and
sweet that compliments the meat without overpowering it.
If you are looking to for a sauce and/or rub that will add a new and unique
dimension to your barbecue, you really can't go wrong with Draper's. It's
good stuff, indeed.
Obligatory Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with Draper's, and this is not a
compensated endorsement. I'm just spreadin' the love.
-----
John
