Swamp Boys BBQ

Q School Returns!

Dec 212021

After 2 long years of no classes, we are happy to report that there is a Swamp Boys Q School scheduled for Feb. 12-13, 2022.

Join us for this 2 day class, where you will learn the art and science of barbecue. This class is great for any level of experience – from the first time backyarder, to the seasoned competitor. I will share all of the techniques and tips I have learned over the past 18 years of competing, teaching you how to make the best food in the neighborhood or for the judges. And for the first time, I will be sharing my recipes that have helped me win 64 Grand Championships and 52 Reserve Grand Championships!

We will cover both hot and fast, and low and slow styles. This techniques and methods class is NOT specific to any one cooker, it is adaptable for all.

Class will be held behind the Citrus Center Boys and Girls Club located at 2400 Havendale Blvd, Winter Haven FL. There will be a CCTV setup so everyone sees everything easily.

Class begins at noon on Saturday and goes until dinner time when you are treated to a smoked prime rib meal with all of the fixin’s. Afterwards you can shoot the breeze around the campfire, or retire for the night. RV’s and campers welcome with a $30 hookup fee (benefits Boys and Girls Club). Sunday morning we start back at 7:30 and there will be pastries and coffee. You will also get to sample chicken, ribs, pork, and brisket on Sunday – no one goes hungry! Class typically ends around 3-3:30pm or when all the questions have been answered.

To avoid missing out, register early. $500 includes everything and some swag. Verified teammates $400. Spouse $200. Each attendee must complete an application. Pay by check to the address on the application. Click the file for the application, print and mail in. Feb’22 App

To pay by credit card use the below link. Note – you do NOT have to have a PayPal account to use the link. Credit card fees ($18) are included in the total shown.

Unavoidable Bumps for Small Businesses

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May 232021

Although the worst of the global pandemic is apparently behind us, some unlikely trickle down effects are causing problems in the barbecue sauce world for us little guys. Plastic is in short supply.

When COVID hit, supply chains became screwed up worldwide. This affected plastics production along with most everything else. Then add in the winter storm that hit Texas in February, which shut down many petroleum based plants, and we have an even bigger problem. According to this article in the Harvard Business Review, it may take up to a year to get everything in the plastic supply chain back in balance.

What does this have to do with Swamp Boys BBQ Sauces? It means your favorite retail store may run out for a bit. It means that there are going to be times when we can’t get plastic bottles. It means sometimes when we can get plastic bottles, they may look different than our traditional bottle. It means our glass jars and lids may change – and they have. All nightmares for brands that count on continuity.

Thanks for your patience while we work through some changes. It’s frustrating to not be able to provide our products to everyone who wants it. But we’re trying. And like the rest of the world, we are really looking forward to life being back to normal again. Please stay with us and thanks for your continued support.

-Rub

Swamp Boys “Rub’s Original BBQ Sauce” Has New Publix Tag!

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Mar 312021

Is there a barbecue sauce that tastes so amazing that it helps win professional bbq championships all across the world, and is a healthier alternative to most other barbecue sauces? Yes there is!!

Since the beginning, every Swamp Boys BBQ product has been All Natural, Gluten Free, and contains No HFCS. We use simple ingredients and are proud of our clean label. Publix Supermarkets recognized this early on when we were brought into their stores by tagging Rub’s Original BBQ Sauce with their leaf tag, signifying that “…it is made without artificial preservatives, flavors, or colors…”.

Now it looks as though they are introducing a new tag, “made without”, indicating the product is made without certain ingredients. It has a link to their website where they discuss helping the customer reach their wellness goals by avoiding certain ingredients. It also discusses the requirements to meet their strict in-house “GreenWise” product line, which our sauce also meets. To be clear, we are not labeled as a GreenWise product. But we do meet the criteria.

So the next time you’re buying some barbecue sauce, please consider ours. Not only does it have a great taste that’s loved the world over, it’s also a healthier choice! Not to mention you’ll be supporting a very small family business. Thank you!

Super Bowl, BBQ Parties, Charities

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Feb 012021

Are you looking for a cool place to check out the Chiefs vs Bucs game Feb. 6-7? Head over to St. Pete to Al Lang Stadium for a great party featuring great BBQ and live music! My boy Richard Fergola of Fergolicious BBQ (KC) and I will be smoking up some killer Q and viewing the “big game”. There’s also a Saturday evening social with BBQ. We have the ENTIRE STADIUM! Bucs and Chiefs Fans are welcome. A portion of the proceeds will go to the KCBS Scholarship Fund, and the Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts.

Follow this link for ticket info: https://tinyurl.com/y3cnzylm

Here’s a TV news interview we did: FOX 4 KC Interview

And here’s a second one: FOX 4 KC Story

New Size “Rub’s Original Rub” is Added

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Nov 162020

When I first brought my rub to market I had just planned on bbq teams using it, so I only had the one size which is 10.5oz. Now that it’s spread to backyard bbq’ers and into the everyday kitchen, I’ve been asked to offer a smaller size. So here it is, the 5oz bottle! You can find it where Swamp Boys products are sold, and right here at my online store. Enjoy!

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