BBQ Rub

Spicy BBQ Rub: Add cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, or ground chipotle pepper to the mix. Garlic Lovers Rub: Double the amount of garlic in the recipe. Mexican Rub: Add 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin and 1 teaspoon ground coriander to the mix.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Spice rub keeps for up to 3 months when stored in a cool, dry place.

Step 2

Trim off any excess fat or silver skin. Using the sharp end of a knife, poke a series of small holes in the outside of the roast.

Step 3

Rub the roast down with the apple cider vinegar and whiskey mixture.

Step 4

Coat the roast with the spice rub, making sure to get it everywhere.

Step 5

Smoke the pork loin roast for 2 ½ to 3 hours at 225℉ (107℃).

Step 6

The roast should smoke until the internal temperature in the thickest part of the roast reaches 145℉ (63℃).8

Step 7

Rest the roast covered with foil for 15 minutes before slicing it thin.