ABOUT OUR RUBS:
Crafted in New Zealand and packed with bold, natural flavours our Hunt & Gather Rubs are anything but ordinary.
From smoky and spicy to herbaceous and earthy, there's a blend for every taste and every dish. Whether you're grilling, roasting, seasoning snacks or even rimming cocktails, these small-batch rubs bring serious flavour to the table.
Proudly NZ-made using quality ingredients - it's time to rub a little magic into your meals.
UNCONVENTIONAL WAYS TO USE OUR RUBS?
Rubs - not just for meat! Think beyond the grill. Stir them into soups, sprinkle over roasted veg, mix into dips or toss through popcorn for a savoury kick. Our rubs bring bold flavour to just about anything. Try these tips below:
- Cocktails & Mocktails: Give your cocktail a BBQ twist - rim the glass with a smoky rub for a bold Bloody Mary or Margarita.
- Chocolate & Caramel: Try a hint of spice rub in brownies, caramel sauces, or hot chocolate for a sweet-and-spicy fusion.
- Ice cream or Sorbet: A pinch of a smoky, citrusy rub can bring an unexpected kick to vanilla, mango or coconut ice-cream.
- Candied Bacon or Nuts: Toss nuts or bacon with a BBQ rub and a drizzle of maple syrup before roasting for a sweet-savoury snack.
- Flatbreads & Pizza: Sprinkle rubs over pizza dough before baking to create a crispy aromatic crust.
- Flavoured Salt: Blend BBQ Rubs into coarse sea salt to make a smoky finishing salt for fries or roasted veggies.
- Yoghurt or Cream Cheese Dip: Stir a punch of rub into Greek yoghurt or cream cheese for a spicy, smokey spread.
- Oatmeal & Granola: A bit of spice rub in your granola mix gives it a bold, unexpected twist.
- Popcorn Topper: Skip the butter and try a savoury rub on freshly popped popcorn for a smoky, spicy snack.
