Hickory Honey BBQ Seasoning by Flavor Expedition Co., Mellow Dusk flavor in a 5.5oz jar.
Hickory Honey BBQ Seasoning by Mellow Dusk with various spices on a wooden cutting board.
Hickory Honey BBQ Seasoning - Mellow Dusk
Hickory Honey BBQ Seasoning - Mellow Dusk
Hickory Honey BBQ Seasoning Mellow Dusk in a jar with BBQ ribs and grilled vegetables on a table.
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Pairing guide featuring Hickory Honey BBQ seasoning and other spice blends with heat levels and suitable food pairings.
Hickory Honey BBQ Seasoning nutrition facts and ingredients list, including brown sugar and hickory powder.
 
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Mellow Dusk - Hickory Honey BBQ Seasoning

Made for ribs, chicken, pulled pork, burgers, seafood, and veggies, Mellow Dusk adds smoky hickory depth and a touch of honeyed sweetness that gives everyday cooking true backyard-BBQ energy.

Flavor Profile: Sweet • Smoky • BBQ • No Heat

Best On: Pork • Poultry • Fish & Seafood • Veggies

 
Price
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$12.00
 
Heat Level
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TURBINADO SUGAR, SEA SALT, HONEY GRANULES (CANE SUGAR, HONEY), CHILI POWDER, PAPRIKA, GARLIC, ONION, BLACK PEPPER, HICKORY POWDER (MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL HICKORY SMOKE FLAVOR), CAYENNE PEPPER, <2% ORGANIC RICE HULLS (ANTI-CAKING AGENT)

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We stand behind our seasonings. If your first Flavor Expedition Co. purchase doesn’t hit the mark, contact us within 30 days of delivery and we’ll make it right.

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We stand behind our seasonings. If your first Flavor Expedition Co. purchase doesn’t hit the mark, contact us within 30 days of delivery and we’ll make it right. (For more information check out the full guarantee in the footer.)

Easy Return Policy:
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Merchandise returns:
Unused items may be returned within 30 days for store credit or exchange.

Questions? Email support@flavorexpedition.com with your order number.
  • Bold, layered flavor – Small-batch blends designed to do the heavy lifting so your food tastes intentional, not rushed.
  • Made for real life – Built for busy nights, tired cooks, and moments when people are counting on you.
  • No filler, no shortcuts – Thoughtfully balanced ingredients that actually earn their spot in your cabinet.
  • Confidence in every shake – Turn simple ingredients into meals people remember—without overthinking it.
  • 30-Day Flavor Guarantee – Try your first bottle risk-free. If it doesn’t deliver, we’ll make it right.
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No Fillers or Preservatives
Award Winning Seasonings
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This Isn’t BBQ — It’s a Cheat Code

  • Creates a rich, caramelized finish
  • Delivers sweet, smoky depth without the burn
  • Turns simple meals into backyard-worthy plates
  • Makes “just dinner” taste like you planned it

Best On:

  • Pork
  • Ribs
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Chicken
Smoked chicken on a wooden cutting board

How to Use:

  • Generously coat before cooking
  • Let sit 10-15 minutes
  • Grill, bake or smoke
stuffed mushrooms with bbq sauce on a wood cutting board
Dip with apples and cranberries served with crackers on a colorful platter.
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What's Inside?

Unexpected flavors, pure adventure.
Turbinado Sugar

Turbinado Sugar

Golden and lightly molasses-forward, turbinado sugar balances spice and encourages rich caramelization.

Chili Powder

Chili Powder

Warm and savory with gentle heat, chili powder layers in earthy depth and familiar spice.

Hickory Honey BBQ Seasoning by Flavor Expedition Co., Mellow Dusk flavor in a 5.5oz jar.
Granulated Honey

Granulated Honey

Smooth and naturally sweet, honey granules round out heat and add a subtle floral finish.

Hickory Powder

Hickory Powder

Deeply smoky and robust, hickory powder adds wood-fired character and savory richness.

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Small Batch, Zero Chill

We don’t mass-produce anything. We test, tweak, taste again, and argue about it until the flavor earns its place in a bottle.
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Good Seasoning, Period

No filler ingredients. No fake stories. Just thoughtfully built blends that make food more fun—and a little harder to mess up.
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Not Made for Everyone

If you want safe, familiar flavors, there are plenty of options out there. If you want something more interesting, welcome.
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For The Experimenters

These seasonings aren’t precious. Use them wrong, put them on something unexpected, and pretend it was intentional.
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