Bourbon Barrel Barbecue

08/23/2026

Well after being off the trail for a few months it was good to hear our name called at the Newton American Legion Post 20 Smoke Off with a

*PERFECT SCORE* pork call.

Thanks to our sponsors.

Weekend Bum BBQ
Cotton Gin Smokers
Live Fire and Smoke
Empire Insulation Services

08/22/2026

It’s a beautiful morning here in Newton, IL for the 3rd annual Newton American Legion Post 20 Smoke Off. Good luck to everyone cooking today!

Cotton Gin Smokers
Live Fire and Smoke
Empire Insulation Services
Weekend Bum BBQ
St. Louis BBQ Society
Rockwood Charcoal

07/04/2026

05/30/2026

All set up and cooking at the 14th annual Smok'n in the Park in Smithton, IL. Good luck to everyone today, and thank you to our sponsors.

Cotton Gin Smokers
Weekend Bum BBQ
Live Fire and Smoke
Rockwood Charcoal
Empire Insulation Services

04/22/2026

We’ve been a little wrapped up with life outside of bbq lately (grad school 🤢), but we’re looking forward to jumping back on the BBQ trail next month. In the mean time, thank you Prairie Fresh for the awesome shirts!

04/02/2026

Very happy to see one of our great sponsors Weekend Bum BBQ, expanding their reach to the St. Louis market at our favorite BBQ supply store, Smoke Ring BBQ Supply. Kevin, Nancy and Jerry are all great people. Stop in and grab a couple bottles!

We are thrilled to welcome Weekend Bum BBQ to our store! From winning a square trophy to his award-winning rubs, Kevin knows his way around the bbq pit!

All 3 of his rubs are now available at Smoke Ring BBQ Supply!!