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Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze from Heath Riles BBQ is your go-to fruit-forward finishing sauce when you want glossy, sticky, sweet heat on ribs, pork butt, chicken, and more. Crafted with premium apple juice concentrate and habanero pepper mash, this apple habanero BBQ glaze layers crisp apple flavor with a warm, lingering kick that keeps every bite interesting.
Refined over more than six years, this glaze was built for rib lovers and backyard pitmasters who want that competition-style finish without complicated steps. Use Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze straight from the bottle as a finishing glaze, blend it with your favorite BBQ sauce for shine and sweetness, or brush it on pulled pork to turn an ordinary cook into a crowd favorite.
Flavor & Performance at a Glance| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Flavor Profile | Sweet apple upfront with balanced habanero warmth |
| Heat Level | Mild to medium heat, approachable for most guests |
| Texture | Thick, sticky glaze that sets up with a shiny finish |
| Best Meats | Pork ribs, pork butt, pulled pork, chicken, wings, ham |
| Primary Use | Finishing glaze in the last 10–15 minutes of the cook |
- Rib Finisher: Brush a light coat of Heath Riles Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze onto ribs during the last 10–15 minutes of the cook to set a shiny, flavorful layer.
- Pork Butt Glaze: Warm the glaze slightly and drizzle over sliced or pulled pork for sweet, spicy, sticky edges.
- Chicken & Wings: Toss grilled or smoked chicken and wings in the glaze right before serving for a fruit-forward kick.
- Sauce Booster: Mix with your favorite BBQ sauce for extra sweetness, apple notes, and that high-gloss finish.
- Built for Ribs & Pork: Dialed-in balance of sweetness and heat that works especially well on pork ribs and pork butt.
- Competition-Style Finish: Creates that sticky, shiny, picture-ready rib finish people expect from a serious pitmaster.
- Versatile Sweet Heat: Use as a rib glaze, wing finishing sauce, or pork topper straight from the bottle.
- Refined Recipe: Developed and tuned over six years to get the flavor and balance just right.
When should I apply Heath Riles Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze on ribs?
Apply Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze during the last 10–15 minutes of your cook, once the ribs are tender and close to finished. This gives the glaze time to set without burning.
How spicy is the Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze?
The heat level is mild to medium. You get noticeable warmth from the habanero pepper mash, but the sweet apple flavor keeps it approachable for most guests.
Can I mix this glaze with BBQ sauce?
Yes. Many pitmasters blend Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze with their favorite BBQ sauce to add sweetness, shine, and a hint of fruit and heat.
What meats work best with Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze?
This apple habanero BBQ glaze is especially good on pork ribs, pork butt, pulled pork, chicken, wings, and even smoked ham.
Do I use this as a marinade or a finisher?
Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze is designed primarily as a finishing glaze. Apply near the end of the cook or right before serving to get a sticky, glossy, flavorful coating.
What are the ingredients in Apple Habanero BBQ Glaze?
Ingredients: Sugar, water, apple juice concentrate, distilled vinegar, ascorbic acid, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, habanero powder and xanthan gum.
Why DDR BBQ Supply?
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35+ Years of Smoking Experience
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Trusted by 10,000+ BBQ Enthusiasts
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Handpicked for Quality & Performance
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