Step 1
To make the brine: Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and stir thoroughly until the salt and sugar has dissolved. Add the chicken wings and refrigerate in the brine for 2-24 hours before grilling.
Step 2
When ready to cook, remove the wings from the brine and pat dry with a rag or paper towel.
Step 3
Set the grill to 525°F and prep the wings: Dust the wings with the rub mixture to lightly coat the entire outside surface.
Step 4
To grill the wings, place them directly onto the cooking grates and shut the lid. Flip the wings every 6 minutes to ensure even browning on all sides. Remove the wings when the largest piece reads an internal temperature of at least 165°F. Depending on the size of the wings, you will need anywhere from 18-30 minutes to reach the desired temperature.
Step 5
While the cooked wings are resting, make the buffalo sauce by melting the butter in a small saucepan on medium-low heat. Once the butter has melted, add the hot sauce and spices and simmer for 3 minutes.
Step 6
Combine 1 cup of buffalo sauce for every pound of cooked wings into a large bowl and stir or toss the wings to coat the outsides evenly in sauce.