Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion Seasoning

Award-Winning Japanese-Inspired BBQ Rub with Cocoa and Southwestern Spices

Bring unexpected depth to your next cook with Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion Seasoning, available at You Need A BBQ in Sherwood Park and through select retailers.

Created in partnership with JACEK Chocolate Couture, this distinctive gluten-free seasoning combines rich cocoa with sweet, smoky and savoury Southwestern spices. The result is a layered BBQ rub with a balanced sweet-and-salty profile that enhances meat without making it taste like dessert.

Cocoa powder, honey, smoked paprika, hickory-smoked salt, garlic, onion, cumin and turmeric work together to create rich colour, savoury complexity and a subtle chocolate finish.

Created with JACEK Chocolate Couture

Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion was developed through a unique collaboration between Yonedas and JACEK Chocolate Couture, an Alberta chocolate designer and retailer known for creative flavour combinations.

The partnership brings together barbecue and chocolate craftsmanship in a seasoning designed to add depth, colour and complexity to grilled and smoked foods.

Learn more about JACEK Chocolate Couture at jacekchocolate.com.

What Is Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion Best Used On?

This versatile cocoa and spice rub is an excellent choice for:

• Beef brisket

• Steaks

• Beef ribs

• Burgers

• Chuck roast

• Pork ribs

• Pork chops

• Pork tenderloin

• Pulled pork

• Chicken thighs

• Chicken wings

• Turkey

• Wild game

• Roasted sweet potatoes

• Grilled vegetables

• Chili and savoury stews

Its combination of cocoa, smoke and savoury spices pairs especially well with rich meats and long, low-and-slow cooks.

Flavour Profile

Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion Seasoning delivers a balanced combination of:

• Rich cocoa

• Sweet honey notes

• Hickory-smoked salt

• Smoked paprika

• Savoury garlic and onion

• Earthy cumin and turmeric

• A complex sweet-and-salty finish

The cocoa contributes depth, colour and mild bitterness rather than a strong candy-like sweetness.

Why Choose Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion?

• Created in partnership with JACEK Chocolate Couture

• Unique cocoa and Southwestern spice blend

• Sweet, smoky and savoury flavour

• Adds depth without making meat taste like dessert

• Helps create rich colour and a flavourful crust

• Excellent on beef, pork, poultry and wild game

• Suitable for grilling, smoking and roasting

• Gluten-free

• Available at You Need A BBQ and select retailers

How to Use Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion

Generously cover the meat with Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion Seasoning.

Allow the seasoned meat to rest for approximately 20 minutes before grilling, smoking or roasting. This gives the seasoning time to adhere to the surface and begin building flavour.

For larger cuts such as brisket, beef ribs or pork shoulder, apply an even coating across all sides. For steaks, chops or chicken, use a moderate layer so the seasoning complements the natural flavour of the meat.

Because this blend contains sugar, honey powder and cocoa, watch it carefully when cooking over high direct heat.

Excellent for Beef and Brisket

The combination of cocoa, smoked salt, paprika, garlic and cumin makes Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion especially well suited for beef.

On brisket and beef ribs, it helps build deep colour and a complex savoury crust during long smoker cooks.

On steaks and burgers, the cocoa and smoked spices create a bold finish that pairs well with charred beef flavour.

Great for Pork, Chicken and Wild Game

The sweet and smoky profile also works well with pork ribs, pork chops and tenderloin.

On chicken and turkey, apply a lighter coating to add warm spice, colour and subtle sweetness.

Its earthy cocoa and cumin notes can also complement venison, elk, moose and other wild game.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion taste like chocolate?

It contains cocoa powder, but it is not intended to taste like a chocolate dessert. The cocoa adds depth, colour and a mild bittersweet character that supports the savoury spices.

Is it sweet?

It contains white sugar and honey powder, giving it balanced sweetness. The smoked salt, garlic, onion, paprika and cumin keep the overall profile savoury.

Is it good on brisket?

Yes. Brisket is one of the best uses for this seasoning. The cocoa and smoked spices help create deep colour and layered flavour during long cooks.

Can I use it on pork ribs?

Absolutely. Its sweet, smoky and savoury profile pairs well with pork ribs, chops, tenderloin and pulled pork.

Is it good on steak?

Yes. Apply a moderate coating before grilling or reverse-searing to create a rich, savoury crust.

Can it be used on chicken?

Yes. Use a lighter coating on chicken wings, thighs, breasts or turkey to add colour and sweet-smoky flavour.

Is Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion spicy?

The blend focuses on cocoa, smoke, sweetness and Southwestern spices rather than intense heat.

Is it gluten-free?

Yes. Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion is labelled gluten-free.

Where can I buy Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion?

Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion is available at You Need A BBQ in Sherwood Park and through select retailers.

Ingredients

White sugar, cocoa powder, paprika, honey powder, hickory-smoked salt, smoked paprika, granulated garlic, minced onion, minced garlic, turmeric, onion powder and cumin powder.

Gluten-Free / Sans Gluten

Always refer to the product packaging for the most current ingredient, allergen and nutritional information.

Available at You Need A BBQ and Select Retailers

Shop Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion Seasoning and the complete Yonedas collection at You Need A BBQ in Sherwood Park or through select retailers.

You Need A BBQ carries premium BBQ rubs, sauces, grills, smokers, fuel and outdoor-cooking accessories for backyard cooks and competition pitmasters.

Whether you are smoking brisket, grilling steaks, cooking ribs or experimenting with wild game, Yonedas JACEK Chocolate Fusion delivers rich cocoa depth, smoky Southwestern spices and balanced sweet-and-salty flavour.

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