The Smuggler's Journal

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featured Brands to Watch: Natural Smoke BBQ Woods and Western BBQ Products Just Cleared Customs

⚓ SMUGGLER'S LOG — ENTRY No. 449 Dated this 29th day of August, 2026. Today the hold smelled like a campfire before I'd even cracked the hatch. Two new crews...

On Oct 07, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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A finished Republic Smash Sauce burger, cheese melted and dripping, backyard BBQ at sunset

Brands to Watch: Republic Just Loaded the Whole Shelf

Republic just landed on the Rub Hub — ten gluten-free, Australian-made rubs and sauces built for every backyard cook. Darryl's verdict on the range, plus the smash burger recipe.

On Sep 14, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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Croix Valley One Rub competition BBQ seasoning, 340g shaker, one of the new Wisconsin-made rubs landing at The Rub Hub

Brands to Watch: Croix Valley Sails In From Wisconsin, One Rub to Rule Them All

Croix Valley's competition-proven rubs and boosters just landed in the hold — vegan, gluten-free, and built in Wisconsin. Here's the full haul, pirate-verified.

On Sep 09, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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