Thoughts from the Smokehouse

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Struggling for Smoke Flavor? 7 Smoke House Seas...

Look, I get it. You dropped some serious cash on a pellet grill because you wanted that deep, rich smoke flavor that makes your neighbors peek over the fence. But...

Struggling for Smoke Flavor? 7 Smoke House Seas...

Look, I get it. You dropped some serious cash on a pellet grill because you wanted that deep, rich smoke flavor that makes your neighbors peek over the fence. But...

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Brisket Trimming and Beef Tallow: The Secret Sa...

I'll never forget the first time I watched someone throw away a pile of brisket fat trimmings. Here I was, still learning the ropes of proper brisket fat trimming, and...

Brisket Trimming and Beef Tallow: The Secret Sa...

I'll never forget the first time I watched someone throw away a pile of brisket fat trimmings. Here I was, still learning the ropes of proper brisket fat trimming, and...

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Lone Star Smoke Secrets Revealed: What Texas Pi...

Look, I spent years thinking Texas pitmasters were holding back some magical secret ingredient or mystical technique that would transform my backyard BBQ game overnight. Turns out, I was chasing...

Lone Star Smoke Secrets Revealed: What Texas Pi...

Look, I spent years thinking Texas pitmasters were holding back some magical secret ingredient or mystical technique that would transform my backyard BBQ game overnight. Turns out, I was chasing...

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Why Small Batch Gourmet BBQ Rubs Cost More Than...

Hey there, fellow pitmasters! I get this question a lot at farmers markets and BBQ competitions: "Nate, why does your Sweet Amber Fire cost more than the stuff I can...

Why Small Batch Gourmet BBQ Rubs Cost More Than...

Hey there, fellow pitmasters! I get this question a lot at farmers markets and BBQ competitions: "Nate, why does your Sweet Amber Fire cost more than the stuff I can...

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7 Mistakes You're Making with BBQ Rubs (and How...

Look, I've been there. Standing over a beautiful piece of meat, convinced I've got everything dialed in perfectly, only to take that first bite and think "What the heck happened?"...

7 Mistakes You're Making with BBQ Rubs (and How...

Look, I've been there. Standing over a beautiful piece of meat, convinced I've got everything dialed in perfectly, only to take that first bite and think "What the heck happened?"...

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Are Smart Grills Killing Traditional BBQ? 9 Way...

Look, I get it. The old-school pitmasters are shaking their heads at all these WiFi-enabled smokers and app-controlled grills. "Back in my day, we sat by the fire all night!"...

Are Smart Grills Killing Traditional BBQ? 9 Way...

Look, I get it. The old-school pitmasters are shaking their heads at all these WiFi-enabled smokers and app-controlled grills. "Back in my day, we sat by the fire all night!"...

About me:

While being stuck at home in 2020 like we all were, I developed a passion for smoking meats and experimenting with spice blends. At the encouragement of friends and family who loved the bold flavors, this turned into Nate's Smokehouse BBQ Blends.
My handcrafted spice blends are made from the finest ingredients available to elevate any dish. As the saying goes, "Great things are done by a series of small things brought together" (Van Gogh), and I believe the same applies to BBQ—great seasoning is the foundation of great flavor.

The majority of my business comes from word of mouth and reviews. If you like my spices, please leave a review on Google.

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