The night before you plan on cooking your barbecue ribs on the grill or in the smoker - Marinate them in Dr. Pepper and then the next day cook them with your normal recipe
Mix the first seven ingredients in a glass bowl/dish.
Add pork chops, cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
Remove from marinade and grill on indirect heat for 5 minutes on each side, brushing with reserved marinade.