Rubs & Sauces

The secret to unforgettable braai food isn't just the fire — it's the flavour you build before and after the cook. Traeger's range of rubs, sauces, and marinades is crafted by pitmasters who've spent decades perfecting bold, balanced flavour profiles that complement wood-fired cooking. From sweet and smoky to fiery and tangy, this collection has everything you need to elevate your next outdoor meal.

Signature Rubs for Every Protein

Traeger rubs are purpose-blended for specific cuts and cooking styles. A generous coating of the right rub transforms a simple piece of meat into something extraordinary — building a flavour-packed bark on brisket, adding depth to chicken wings, or giving pork ribs that competition-level crust. Each blend uses quality spices and seasonings with no unnecessary fillers, delivering punchy flavour that holds up to the intense heat and smoke of a wood pellet grill.

Sauces That Finish the Job

A great sauce ties the whole cook together. Whether you glaze it on during the final minutes for a sticky, caramelised finish or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce, Traeger's range covers every palate. Sweet and smoky BBQ sauces, tangy vinegar-based options, and rich, pepper-forward finishes — there's a bottle for every braai style. Layer them over your favourite rub for a depth of flavour that'll have your guests coming back for seconds.

Flavour Pairing Guide

Getting the rub-and-sauce combination right is where the magic happens:

• Beef & Game — Bold, peppery rubs with a smoky chipotle or coffee-based finish. Pair with a robust, tomato-forward sauce.
• Pork — Sweet and savoury rubs with brown sugar and paprika. Finish with a sticky, sweet BBQ glaze.
• Chicken & Poultry — Herb-forward rubs with garlic and citrus notes. A tangy, vinegar-based sauce cuts through the richness beautifully.
• Seafood — Light, zesty rubs with lemon pepper and dill. Keep the sauce simple — a squeeze of lemon or a light butter drizzle.

Made for Wood-Fired Cooking

What makes Traeger rubs and sauces different from the average braai spice on the shelf? They're developed specifically for wood pellet grilling, where lower cooking temperatures and longer cook times allow spice blends to penetrate deeper and sauces to caramelise slowly without burning. Combined with the clean smoke from Traeger hardwood pellets, you get layers of flavour that simply can't be replicated on a gas grill or open flame.

Stock up your spice rack with Traeger's full range of rubs and sauces below. Pair them with the right cooking tools and quality pellets, and you've got everything you need to deliver braai food that people talk about long after the fire's gone out.