Brown Sugar Chipotle Ribs
June 09, 2026 · josh darby
Competition-Style Brown Sugar Chipotle Ribs
Sweet. Smoky. Slightly spicy.
These are the ribs that helped put backyard pitmasters on the map.
Ingredients
- 2 racks baby back ribs
- 3 tbsp The Butt Bill Pork Rub
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp chipotle powder
- Honey
- Butter
Instructions
- Remove membrane.
- Season heavily.
- Smoke at 250°F.
- Wrap with brown sugar, honey, and butter.
- Finish unwrapped to set glaze.
Baby Back vs Spare Ribs
Baby backs cook faster and are leaner.
Spare ribs provide more flavor and meat.
Final Thoughts
If you're cooking for guests, these ribs are a guaranteed hit.
