The value of the Old Country Brazos cannot be beat! 1/4 steel construction and a great design create a well-performing and long-lasting pit that will have you producing amazing BBQ.
ERICS NOTES:
The Old Country Brazos are the best value in an offset smoker, hands down. These are the new models with the improved hinge design and the removable firebox deflector. Add our stack extension for increased flow, and these smokers really come alive.
The recent addition of a removable firebox deflector vs. a fixed deflector is huge. This deflector directs heat downward when it leaves the firebox and enters the cook chamber. While they perform great with the deflector, many have removed the deflector to let the smoker cook top down. With the deflector removed, the heat then travels immediately upward when it leaves the firebox and gets pulled downward as it reaches the stack side of the smoker. This top-down cook style renders fat from the top (better protection and flavor) and tends to create more even and flowing heat. This is revered by many as the best way to cook.
Our Stack Extension: I consider this a must. While the Brazos cooks well with the stock stack, our recommendation is to add the stack extension. Extending the stack increases the draft and flow in the pit, allowing better control for heat distribution and better convection. This also leads to a cleaner, more precise fire, resulting in better smoke quality and better-tasting food. A link to our stack extension is below (Note: The stack extension is not included). Our extension matches the stack perfectly and looks great. There are DIY alternatives, but they dont have the same quality, clean appearance, or hours of testing and development. Please put a stack extension on the Brazosit makes a tremendous difference.
Firebox Wood/Charcoal Grate: I use this for grilling in the firebox but prefer to remove it when smoking. Building a big coal bed is key to running offsets smoothly. The burn grate works well, but I find it easier and more consistent to build the fire and coal bed on the floor of the firebox. A lot of people use wood pieces that are too big. Smaller diameter pieces make a better coal bed and allow for better control. If youre struggling with fire management, use smaller pieces. I use 10-12 max length and typically 2-3 in diameter max, but always have smaller pieces ready to go.
Features:
- Slide out bottom grate
- Half depth second shelf
- Cooking grate in fire box
- Pot warmer (perfect for preheating wood)
- Threaded hole for temp gauge
- Removable firebox deflector
NEW! TheBBQHQ Custom Stack Extension for Old Country Brazos. Click HERE to learn more.
Grate Dimensions:
- Bottom Grate: 17.75" X 34.75"
- Top Grate (warming shelf): 8.25" X 34.75"
Grill Dimensions:
- Overall: 70"W x 24.5"D (wheel to wheel) x 54.5"H (including smoke stack)
- Cook Box: 40"W x 19" diameter
- Fire Box: 20"W x 19" diameter
- Weight: 490 lbs
Please note, when shipping this unit, the dimensions above are for the individual unit, and shipping quotes will be based on a palletized grill.
What are the options for getting these sweet smokers?
1. Pickup at TheBBQHQ
This is the most cost-effective option. We recommend bringing a pickup truck with an open bed or renting a U-haul trailer. These smokers are deceptively heavy and will require multiple people to unload. We will help you load it at TheBBQHQ. There is a discount for in-store options. Call for details.
2. Local Delivery
We have a driver that delivers locally across the Los Angeles area during the week. Please contact us for availability and cost to deliver locally. This is a curbside delivery service.
NOTE: Freight shipments must be refused at time of delivery if there is damage to the item. We cannot process claims if you uncrate the item and know it was damaged at delivery. DO NOT SIGN FOR YOUR SHIPMENT UNTIL YOU INSPECT FOR DAMAGE!
- We will not ship grills to Hawaii or Alaska or anywhere else outside of the contiguous US unless we have given you a shipping quote for freight items.
- Shipping for custom orders is calculated on a case-by-case basis
- Based on freight liability and access there are certain zip codes we cannot ship to
- Freight shipments typically leave the warehouse within 1 week but sometimes take longer. We will notify you within 48 hours with a timeframe on your freight delivery if it is outside this timeframe.
