Add Rub & Cook Ribs

1. Preheat oven to 275º
2. Grind rub ingredients in a coffee grinder or spice grinder until fine. Rub the meaty side of the rack of ribs liberally with the mixture
3. Place the rack in a roasting pan filled with 1" of water at the bottom, rubbed-side-up
4. Cover with foil and bake for 3 - 3½ hours, until falling off the bone

Prepare & Apply Glaze

1. Add glaze ingredients to a pot over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and allow to cook 10 minutes
2. Preheat oven to broil
3. Remove glaze from heat and pass through a fine-mesh strainer. Add 2 drops root beer extract
4. Season the meat with salt, then spoon the glaze over the meat (or use a pastry brush). Place roasting pan back in the oven to broil, uncovered until slightly crispy and caramelized. Watch the meat closely -- it can turn black very quickly
5. Allow the ribs to rest until cool-to-the-touch, about 10 minutes
6. Slice into individual ribs and serve immediately