The Smuggler's Journal

Heat Beads Australian Barbecue Championships — Brew-B-Q results banner, courtesy ausbbq.com.au

featured Comp Trail: Jacks Creek Wins Brew-B-Q by a Single Point

The Jacks Creek BBQ Team edges Big Smoke BBQ by a single point at Brew-B-Q in Gosford — the tightest finish of the new ABA season. Verified results, the NZ...

On Nov 10, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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National BBQ Championships, Forbes NSW, 17-18 October 2026 — results feature image, courtesy ausbbq.com.au.

The Smuggler's Comp Trail: Big Smoke Win Forbes by Three Points

Big Smoke BBQ beat Jacks Creek by three points at the National BBQ Championships in Forbes, with taste dead level at 687. Full category results, Butchers Axe's Gerogery win, the...

On Oct 19, 2026 by Darryl Rubb 0 comments

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Coast n Smoke Surf Paddle Grill SPG seasoning 170g, front of shaker on transparent background

Smoker & Kamado Starter Kit: What to Stock Before Your First Low & Slow Cook

⚓ SMUGGLER'S LOG — Somewhere between the bottle shop and the butcher, 5:52am Bought a smoker. Season's about to change, mate, and half of Geelong's about to find out the...

On Sep 12, 2026 by The Rub Smuggler 0 comments

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Butchers Axe Big Bark charcoal beef rub 190g shaker, front label, product only on transparent background

The Smuggler's Recipe Vault #1: Low & Slow Australian Brisket

Somewhere between the border and the backyard, the Smuggler picked up a habit he can't shake: sneaking a good brisket past anyone who says it can't be done at home....

On Sep 08, 2026 by The Rub Smuggler 0 comments

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