Does fruit really belong in the barbecue world?

You’re going to have to make a choice as to whether you want your barbecue to be spicy or sweet. The best rubs likely incorporate a bit of each into a combination that has you getting a little something different with every bite.

Several grill jockeys that I respect have tried to convince me of the merits of fruit-infused barbecue sauces. Frankly, I’m a bit skeptical. Am I merely uneducated as to the joys of peach barbecue pork ribs or am I right in thinking that fruit should be used even less sparingly on grilled meats than in beer? I throw myself on the mercy of your hickory-smoked expertise.