The word Barbecue is believed to originate from the Spanish word Barbacoa, a traditional cooking method from the Caribbeans that involves slow cooking meat in an oven dug in the earth. The method has evolved over time and has been made famous in southeastern United States, where BBQ became synonymous to roasting pork. The Vital Pure BBQ spice rub combines the fundamental ingredients of salt and sugar, essential to flavor, seal and caramelize the surface of meat. Add in prime quality spices and BBQ purists will agree, the Vital Pure BBQ spice mix is a smooth, smoky flavored combination ideal for all meats.