Step 1

Remove rib membrane from the bottom. Apply olive oil to both sides. Generously coat bottom, top, and sides of ribs with rub, working the rub into the meat with your hands (ideally the night before so rub sets in).

Step 2

Fill up pellet hopper with pellets of choice. Set temperature to 225°F. Allow smoker to preheat.

Step 3

Put ribs on. Spritz with apple juice at one hour, and two hours.

Step 4

After three hours, remove ribs. Apply butter, brown sugar, and honey to both sides. Double wrap in foil. Place on grill, with meat facing down (bones face up) for two hours.

Step 5

Remove from foil. Set on grill for one more hour.

Step 6

Apply BBQ sauce with 15-20 minutes remaining. Temperature should be between 190-195°F.

Step 7

Remove and dig in while warm! Enjoy!