Texas Pepper Jelly Rib Candy Apple Cherry Habanero: Sweet Fruit Flavor with Balanced Habanero Heat

Texas Pepper Jelly Rib Candy Apple Cherry Habanero is one of the most popular sweet heat glazes in BBQ. Blending bold apple and cherry flavor with a warm habanero kick, this glaze delivers layered fruit depth followed by a balanced heat that lingers without overpowering your meat.

Known as a favorite of Matt Pittman from Meat Church and trusted by both competition cooks and backyard pitmasters, this pourable and brushable glaze makes it easy to add shine, color, and flavor. Whether you are finishing ribs, glazing pork shoulder, or brushing wings on the grill, Apple Cherry Habanero brings a sweet and spicy finish that stands out.

Why You'll Love It

• Top-selling Rib Candy flavor
• Apple and cherry fruit base with balanced habanero heat
• Pourable and brushable for easy glazing
• Works during the cook or as a finishing drizzle
• Available in original and 2X heat levels

Best On

• Smoked ribs and rib tips
• Pork shoulder and pulled pork sandwiches
• Chicken wings, thighs, and drumsticks
• Smoked turkey breast
• Grilled sausages and meatballs

Pro Tips

• Brush on during the last 10 to 20 minutes of cooking to let the glaze tack up and set.
• Apply in thin layers for deeper shine and more balanced flavor.
• Warm slightly before brushing for smoother coverage.
• Drizzle over sliced pork or ribs just before serving for extra sweet heat.

Whos This For?

• Rib cooks wanting a proven sweet heat finish
• Backyard grillers looking for fruit-forward glaze options
• Fans of balanced spice rather than extreme heat
• Anyone who enjoys glossy, sticky BBQ finishes

Size

• Net Wt. 17 oz
• Rib Candy glaze bottle

FAQ

How spicy is the Apple Cherry Habanero version?

The original version delivers warm, balanced habanero heat that complements the fruit without overpowering it. For more intense heat, the 2X version includes double the peppers.

What meats go best with this glaze?

It performs exceptionally well on ribs, pork shoulder, chicken wings, smoked turkey, sausages, and meatballs.

Can I use this during cooking or only at the end?

It is designed for both. Brush on during the final stage of cooking to let it set, or drizzle just before serving for maximum shine.

Is this the same glaze favored by Meat Church?

Yes. This flavor is a known favorite of Matt Pittman and widely used by competition teams and home cooks alike.