Meet Max, Our Founder

What began as gifting spice rubs to family became Max’s mission to live independently. A passionate young man with Down syndrome, Max loves sports, music, and holds a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do.

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MaxMix Gourmet Spice Blends

PREORDER! Mad Dog Magic BBQ Spice

$10.00 USD
$10.00 USD
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Created as a heartfelt tribute to a beloved friend, Mad Dog Maddox Truitt. This smokey and sweet all purpose spice blend punches up the flavor of all meats, poultry, fish and vegetables. 100% of all proceeds will be donated to Variety KC. To learn more about Max and Maddox’s story please see our blog.

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MaxMix Gourmet Spice Blends

PREORDER! Essential Gift Set + Mad Dog Magic

$35.00 USD
$40.00 USD $35.00 USD
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For a limited time, purchase our Essential Gift Set with Mad Dog Magic to taste all of our four blends. $10 of each sale will be donated to Variety KC. Preorders will begin on May 3rd and will be available until sold out. To learn more about Max and Maddox’s story please see our blog.

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“I started by making these homemade spice rubs as gifts for teachers, family and friends. It turns out people loved them!”

- MAX CRAWFORD, FOUNDER

Why Max Mix Matters

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    Inclusivity

    Max Mix celebrates abilities and inspires possibilities by proving that entrepreneurship is for anyone! We encourage the special abilities community to follow their dreams.

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    Possibilities

    Our goal is to inspire confidence
    and creative cooking. All our blends are extremely versatile, you aren't limited to what you can spice up with our blends.

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    Wholesome Choices

    Our spice blends are free from
    additives and preservatives, making them suitable for a variety of dietary needs. AND they’re all sugar and MSG free! What’s not to love?
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Versatile to the Max

Break the rules! All of our blends give you endless opportunities to spice things up. They are great on your favorite protein or veggies, or in dips, soups, and so much more.
The sky's the limit!

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THE STEAK MAX MIX IS A

Household Favorite

Elevate your steak game to a whole new level of deliciousness with this signature blend. Also great on veggies, or in dips and soups - the possibilities are endless!

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THE PORK MAX MIX IS

Pure Perfection

Expertly crafted to enhance the flavors of your favorite pork dishes. Also great on veggies, or in dips and soups - the possibilities are endless!

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THE CHICKEN & FISH MAX MIX IS

A Kitchen Staple

Dive into flavor with this all-purpose spice blend that shines on chicken and fish. Also great on veggies, or in dips and soups - the possibilities are endless!

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“I want to be independent. I want to go to college and live on my own. Thanks for supporting my dream!”

- MAX CRAWFORD

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Meet Max

Growing up in the hotbed of Kansas City BBQ with a dad and uncle involved in competition BBQ, Max Mix started with Max making BBQ spice blends as Christmas gifts for teachers, paras, family and friends.

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