Smoke adds a nice extra layer..... first wings I smoked or grilled with smoke were Teriyaki & it blew my mind. I saved some & went & showed a couple of friends that got me into wings....
Cool, I will have to try wings like that. I have made them with BBQ rub alone, but never thought to marinade them in hot sauce along with the rub. Nit looks like that method turned out well for you!