Post Malone Bud Light BBQ Ribs Copycat Recipe — Music Star Collab
These collaboration ribs disappeared at our BBQ! The beer-infused sauce has incredible depth with smoky sweetness while the meat falls off the bone creating that perfect messy finger-food experience.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- pork baby back ribs 3 lbs
- Bud Light beer 1.5 cups
- yellow onion 1 cup
- garlic, minced 2 tbsp
- apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
- brown sugar 0.5 cup
- tomato ketchup 1 cup
- smoked paprika 2 tsp
- chili powder 1 tsp
- kosher salt 2 tsp
- black pepper 1 tsp
- dry mustard 1 tsp
- liquid smoke 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
48 g
28%
Protein
36 g
21%
Fat
34 g
45%
Cooking steps
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1
Preheat your oven to 300°F. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and pat dry. This ensures maximum tenderness and helps seasoning stick.
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2
Mix together brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and dry mustard. Rub generously on both sides of the ribs. Wrap ribs in foil, meat side up, and place on a baking sheet.
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3
Bake ribs for 2.5 hours, until the meat is tender and nearly pulling from the bone. This slow roast is the key to the 'fall-off-the-bone' texture fans expect from the original Post Malone collab.
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4
Meanwhile, make the Bud Light BBQ sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic for 3 minutes. Stir in ketchup, Bud Light, vinegar, liquid smoke, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened and glossy.
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5
After baking, remove ribs from foil. Brush generously with the Bud Light BBQ sauce. Grill (or broil) ribs for 5-7 minutes at high heat, basting and turning as needed until caramelized and slightly charred. Copycat tip: Use real Bud Light and liquid smoke for the closest match to the collab's signature sweet-smoky-beer flavor.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Does this taste like the real Post Malone Bud Light BBQ Ribs?
Yes, this homemade copycat closely matches the original! Using Bud Light and liquid smoke in the barbecue sauce delivers that signature sweet, smoky beer flavor while the slow-roasting technique gives the meat a fall-off-the-bone texture just like the Post Malone collab version.
Q. Is it cheaper to make Post Malone Bud Light BBQ Ribs at home?
Definitely. Making it at home uses budget-friendly ingredients like pork ribs, Bud Light, and pantry staples. You’ll spend much less per serving than buying celebrity-branded ribs or meal kits, plus you get 6 hearty portions with this recipe.
Q. How does the nutrition compare to the store-bought version?
Each serving contains approximately 680 kcal with 48g carbs, 36g protein, and 34g fat (28% carbs, 21% protein, 45% fat). This is typical for saucy BBQ ribs, delivering real protein and flavor. Check the actual branded rib nutritional label—this homemade recipe is comparable or slightly leaner.
Q. Can I use another beer or make it alcohol-free?
Absolutely. Any light lager will work if you don’t have Bud Light, though the ‘celebrity collab’ version highlights that specific flavor. For alcohol-free, use nonalcoholic beer for similar body and subtle sweetness.
Q. How long do the homemade ribs last?
Once cooked and cooled, store ribs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently to maintain that fall-apart texture.
