Welcome to Elite BBQ Smokers, where passion for barbecue meets the art of sharing and teaching. Founded in 2010 by Jason & Michelle Hardee, Elite BBQ Smokers is more than just a brand – it’s a community for BBQ enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or a backyard griller, our mission is to inspire, educate, and elevate your barbecue experience.
We believe that great barbecue brings people together. What started out as a fun time with friends, grew into a passion for competing in competition BBQ events and sharing the food with others. Now our mission is to share the lessons we’ve learned with others.
Today, Elite BBQ Smokers is proud to be a trusted resource for aspiring pitmasters and home cooks across the country.
Years ago we set out on a mission to share our BBQ passion and knowledge that we accumulated cooking in over 100 competitions and eating some of the best BBQ on the planet. In two years of posting our recipes on YouTube, we have quickly grown a dedicated following of 20,000+ subscribers with over 2.2 million views.
"You know what I love about BBQ. It is that it has taught me patience. Because it does not matter how much of a rush I am in. I still have to wait until the meat is done before I can remove it from the smoker"
From step-by-step recipes and instructional videos to in-person BBQ classes, we create content that educates aspiring pitmasters and home cooks alike. Whether you’re looking to replicate our award-winning recipes or master a new technique, our blog, YouTube channel, and social media platforms are packed with inspiration and guidance.
Take the lessons, recipes, techniques and tricks that we have gathered over the years and sharing them with you in How-To Videos.
By doing this you will be able to get a first-hand knowledge and allowing you to recreate all of our recipes and get amazing results.
We promise to create a bbq community and experience that is centered around education, fun, and finger lickin' bbq recipes.
Teaching others the art of barbecue is one of our greatest joys. Our BBQ classes are designed to help anyone, from beginners to intermediate cooks, learn how to grill, smoke, and master their pit. These hands-on sessions cover everything from meat selection and preparation to temperature control and seasoning. Perfect for individuals, groups, bachelor parties, or corporate events, our classes make BBQ both fun and approachable.
BBQ competitions are where we got our start! We regularly compete in events, earning countless calls and taking home multiple grand champion trophies! These competitions not only push us to refine our techniques but also allow us to connect with the broader BBQ community and our subscribers!
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