Hardcore Carnivore Black

Meet Hardcore Carnivore: Black – steak & meat seasoning rub.

HCB is designed to complement steaks and meats of all kinds. Black has all the standard spices and ingredients to take your steaks and meats to the next level, with the addition of one exotic ingredient… there’s charcoal in the rub!

Black will boost not just the flavor, but the appearance of your food. First: it provides a great foundation base for a crust to form, particularly when grilled. Second: since the product darkens the exterior of the meat prior to cooking, you won’t be tempted to overcook it just to achieve an appealing outer colour – it’s already half way there before you even start cooking. Thirdly: the vivid black color creates an amazing contrast against interior of the meat, making it incredibly visually appealing. Consider it cosmetics for meat!

Yes, the charcoal is safe. This is definitely not the same charcoal as the stuff in your grill! Hardcore Carnivore: Black contains food-grade activated charcoal made from coconut husks.

Hardcore Carnivore: Black contains all the classics like salt, pepper, garlic, brown sugar, onion and a hint of chili. It’s a flavor profile that’s neutral enough to work with a variety of different proteins. It can be used for pan and oven searing but best results are found when cooked over charcoal or open flame. And, of course, it’s proudly made in Texas.

Ingredients:  Sea Salt, Spices, Sugar, Dehydrated Garlic and Onion, and Activated Charcoal.

At BBQs & Outdoor, we’re proud to be your trusted source for premium barbecues, smokers, and outdoor cooking gear — and that includes carrying the bold, flavor-packed products from Hardcore Carnivore, the brand built for people who take their meat seriously.

Born in Texas and crafted by live fire expert Jess Pryles, Hardcore Carnivore didn’t come from a boardroom — it came from real-world cooking, real flames, and a relentless passion for bold flavor. From the cult-classic Black seasoning to a full lineup of rubs, sauces, and tools, it’s made for backyard heroes, competition pitmasters, and everyone in between.

Just like Hardcore Carnivore, at BBQs & Outdoor, we’re all about gear that works, flavor that delivers, and results you can taste. We offer a carefully curated selection of BBQs, smokers, grills, rubs, and accessories from top-rated brands known for durability and performance. Whether you’re just firing up your first grill or you’re a seasoned pro, we’ve got the tools to elevate every cook.

Located in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, you’ll find us at two convenient locations: South Morang and Thomastown. Prefer to shop from home? We’ve got a wide variety available online, with fast and reliable shipping across Australia — so you can get everything you need, wherever you are.

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