Hot Honey BBQ Glaze: Sweet, Sticky, Spicy Perfection
Take your grilling game to the next level with LadyBug Hot Honey. Our sweet heat glaze works on ribs, chicken, salmon, veggies—basically everything that hits the grill.
Why Hot Honey Belongs in BBQ
BBQ is all about bold flavors—smoky, tangy, savory, sometimes sweet. Adding hot honey turns the dial up to 11. The glaze caramelizes beautifully over flame, giving your food a glossy, sticky finish with a sweet-heat punch. It’s a chef’s shortcut to flavor fireworks.
Hot Honey BBQ Glaze Recipe
Makes enough for about 2 racks of ribs or 1 whole chicken.
- 1/2 cup LadyBug Hot Honey (Gentle, Mild, or XHOT)
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or Worcestershire
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne (optional, if you want even more kick)
Instructions: Simmer all ingredients in a saucepan for 8–10 minutes until thickened. Brush onto food during the last 5–10 minutes of grilling, or serve as a dipping glaze.
Pick Your Heat Level
- Gentle: Adds a subtle warmth—perfect for family BBQs.
- Mild: Classic sweet heat that pairs with smoky meats.
- XHOT: Serious firepower for spice warriors.
Best Foods to Glaze with Hot Honey BBQ
🍖 Ribs
Sticky, caramelized ribs glazed with hot honey are a showstopper.
🍗 Chicken
Drizzle on drumsticks, wings, or thighs for juicy, sweet-spicy bites.
🐟 Salmon
Brush Mild hot honey glaze over salmon fillets before grilling—restaurant-level flavor at home.
🥬 Veggies
Grilled carrots, zucchini, and peppers shine with a glossy hot honey glaze.
🥓 Bacon-Wrapped Anything
Scallops, jalapeños, or asparagus wrapped in bacon + hot honey glaze = 🔥
Pro Tips for BBQ Glazing
- Brush Late: Add glaze in the last 5–10 minutes so sugars don’t burn.
- Layer It: Multiple thin coats give the best sticky finish.
- Reserve Some: Keep extra glaze aside for dipping at the table.
Make Your Next BBQ Unforgettable
Whether you’re smoking ribs, grilling salmon, or just cooking veggies, LadyBug Hot Honey BBQ glaze brings the perfect balance of sweet and heat.
