Revolution Barbecue Wins Top Beef Rub Honor in National Competition

Revolution Barbecue has been awarded first place in the Beef Rub category of the 2025 Barbecue News Magazine Rubs of Honor competition for its signature Texas Beef BBQ Rub. The annual Rubs of Honor contest, hosted by Barbecue News Magazine, represents one of the most respected competitions in the barbecue world, recognizing the best rubs and seasonings from across the United States. Revolution Barbecue's Texas Beef BBQ Rub impressed judges with its bold Texas-style flavor, handcrafted quality, and all-natural ingredients.

Glenn Connaughton, Co-Founder and Chief BBQ Officer of Revolution Barbecue, expressed the company's excitement about the recognition. We were watching the live announcement and couldn't believe it when they called our name, Connaughton said. We've always believed our Texas Beef BBQ Rub could stand up against anyone, but hearing it announced as the number one Beef Rub in America was surreal. This award is a reflection of the customers, friends, and retailers who've supported us from day one.

The winning rub draws inspiration from the classic salt-and-pepper foundation of Texas barbecue while incorporating additional flavor elements. Revolution Barbecue's Texas Beef BBQ Rub layers in garlic, onion, paprika, and sweet peppers to create a clean yet complex flavor profile that has become a customer favorite for brisket, steak, and burgers. The recognition solidifies the product's position as one of the premier beef rubs available nationwide.

Founded by Glenn and Vida Connaughton, Revolution Barbecue operates as a Colorado Proud, woman-owned, small-batch brand built around a love of authentic barbecue, family, and community. The company produces a full line of all-natural BBQ rubs, brines, and smoked salts sold online at https://RevolutionBBQ.com, on Amazon, and through retail partners across the country. Vida Connaughton, Co-Founder and CEO of Revolution Barbecue, emphasized the significance of this achievement for the small business. This recognition means everything to us, Connaughton added. It validates all the hours, all the events, and all the love we pour into every single batch.

The Rubs of Honor competition victory represents a significant milestone for the Colorado-based company, providing national validation of their product quality and flavor profile. The win positions Revolution Barbecue alongside other top-tier barbecue product manufacturers and demonstrates that small-batch, handcrafted products can compete successfully against larger commercial brands in the competitive barbecue seasoning market.