Homemade Coffee Rub

This homemade coffee rub is the ultimate rub when you want to bring a savory and slightly spicy flavor to your meat. The ingredient that ties this rub all together is the earthy flavor of the coffee, making it a perfect rub for beef.

Coffee Dry Rub

Coffee rub is a wonderfully versatile rub. It’s the perfect rub for beef, but it can be used on other meat as well. The coffee really compliments the richness of the beef, and it stands up to both low and slow, as well as hot and fast cooking.

So does coffee rub taste like coffee? Not really. Think of it as a great rub with deep earthiness that is slightly bitter, but not overwhelming. This will be one of those rubs that quickly becomes a go-to when you need that perfect beef seasoning.

Coffee Brisket Rub

Brisket requires a low and slow cook, and this rub is the ideal seasoning blend to compliment the rich smokiness of the brisket.

My favorite method for cooking brisket is an old school Texas style method with lots of wood smoke, a butcher paper wrap, and a long rest before slicing and serving. This process results in melt in your mouth smoked brisket. Honestly, my Texas Style Smoked Beef Brisket is a classic.

I normally cook this style with a simple coarse salt and coarse black pepper rub, but when you’re looking to mix things up, this rub makes the perfect coffee brisket rub.

So go ahead. Take a chance on a new brisket adventure.

Coffee Rubbed Steak

Coffee rub isn’t just delicious on brisket. It also works well on a hot and fast application when cooking steak. There is no sugar in the rub, so you don’t run the risk of burning or over-caramelization.

Another reason this rub works well for high heat cooking is because is uses instant coffee granules opposed to coffee grinds from the whole bean. Coffee grinds burn quickly and become quite bitter, so by using instant coffee, it seasons the meat without having to worry about the granules overcooking on the grill. Try your own coffee rubbed steak on this Reverse Seared Tomahawk Steak or my Smoky Joe Coffee Rubbed Tri Tip.

Looking For More Rubs?

Check out these other amazing rubs for steak, chicken, and more!

The Best Dry Rub for Ribs
Cocoa Chipotle Spice Rub
Homemade Steak Rub Recipe

Don’t have time to make your own rubs and seasonings? Hey Grill Hey has you covered! Head on over to Patio Provisions to check out our Chicken, Beef, and Sweet Rub seasonings.

Coffee Rub Recipe

Follow the recipe and I’ll teach you the simple steps to making your own homemade rub. You can find more of my smoking and grilling recipes and videos on YouTube, Instagram, or our Facebook Page. Follow along and let’s make awesome food together!

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Homemade Coffee Rub Recipe

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5 mins

 

Course: Seasonings

Cuisine: American

Servings: 16

Calories: 11 kcal

Author: Susie Bulloch (heygrillhey.com)

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coarse salt
• 2 tablespoons instant coffee
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon crushed coriander
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Use a fork to crush any clumps of seasonings. Store in an airtight container for up to a month.

Nutrition Facts

Homemade Coffee Rub Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 11 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 1g 2%

Saturated Fat 1g 5%

Sodium 876mg 37%

Potassium 71mg 2%

Total Carbohydrates 2g 1%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 1g

Protein 1g 2%

Vitamin A 10%

Vitamin C 1%

Calcium 0.9%

Iron 2.2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.