The Snake Method For Charcoal (Pork Butt Smoked On A Weber Grill) 

I know this man knows what he’s talking about based on his accent.

I used my Weber kettle for five YEARS before learning how many things I could do with it - snake method, minion method, grates with hinges, you name it. It's one of the most versatile, least expensive grilling and BBQ method on the planet.

I probably invested 5 or 6 thoudsand dollars on smokers and grills before I realized that a 150 dollar weber would do about everything I needed,,...good video!

I love it when somebody shows people how to cook on the kettle without all that overpriced fancy stuff they are great grills👍👍 and it's great video bud👍👍

I'm from Alabama and one of the most therapeutic things in the world is hearing someone else with a southern accent, that and grilling. Thanks man, I'm a pellet griller but this has me interested in buying a Weber from my employer now

Thank you for the video. This video inspired me to purchase my very first Weber kettle grill at 62 years of age. Just got it yesterday and cannot wait to put it together and put it to use. Thanks again.

Dude, your accent is just amazing. I’m never gonna say “smoke a pork butt” the same again.....👌🇬🇧

I wanted to say thank you. I smoked my first thing yesterday. I flowed your recipe and instructions to a T and the folks at the BBQ couldn’t get enough of this bone in pork butt I smoked. I did stuggle with keeping the snake going a bit but it was easy to just move some coals and get the temp back up. Held at 250 for the whole cook and bone just popped out. Thanks so much. Your directions were great and easy to follow up to even checking internal temps. You taught me something that I find I will enjoy for years to come, and have a bag full of pecan to help me along the way. Respectfully, Shaun

Is it weird that I instantly hit the subscribe and notification bell the moment I heard this gentleman's accent?

Made my first pork shoulder yesterday. Followed your instructions and turned out awesome. Thanks for the great video and tips!

I want you to know I gave you a standing ovation brother ! It’s so simple, it’s genius !! Will try this method on my next cookout !! Great job and video !!

Great tip for lighting small numbers of briquettes. I've used my Weber kettle grill for at least 30 years and never thought of turning the chimney over.

I love how you turned the coal basket upside down for just a few coals. I've been wondering how to do that.

Your instructions are great, very helpful. I just got back into Weber Grill cooking a few months ago from a long respite, my 22” Weber is 30 y/o, I took it out, cleaned it up and seasoned it and now I’m grilling again. Gave away my gas grill.

Very well made video! Informative and to the point without a long-winded backstory and useless information. I also like the music very very soft in the background. Nicely done all around!!

I learned the snake method from this video years ago and I can honestly say it works great for anything you want to smoke. I’ve done brisket, ribs, chickens, turkeys, quails, fish etc on a Weber with the snake method 🤙🏾

Thanks very much for making his video. I bought a gas grill a couple of years ago and I had issues with regulating the temperature on it and never could figure out what was wrong with it. I also bought a very expensive electric smoker and had never smoked meat before. I smoked two briskets and both would not get up to temperature in the smoker until way too many hours of cooking. Like over 20 hrs. I think the temp guage may not be calibrated correctly not sure. Anyways I was looking on here for videos on how to use a charcoal grill as my dad never taught me. I ran across your video and low and behold I can buy a charcoal grill and use it as a smoker and a grill!!! And no more malfunctioning parts. Just a man and fire! Now I can learn and teach my son a start a new tradition to pass on. I can't tell you how great ful I am for RU-vid. I can learn all the things my dad never taught me because he was never around. Thanks so much!

Thanks for posting! I think I will definitely be trying this method during the summer! I've never smoked my own meats before, but I think I'll try it with my dad because he's been interested in smoking his own meats as well.

Finally, some one using Stubbs, the best briquette on the market, and his sauces and marinades are fantastic.

I followed your directions to the letter on an 8.5 pound pork butt a friend gave me. Just wrapped it and put it back on the grill to finish. I did taste a piece that stuck to the grill and it was outstanding. I've had my Weber for five years and never knew how to cook on it until now. I burn most everything and have a bad reputation with my family for overcooking. Now I know better, thank you!

Great video, I’ll be smoking two turkeys in the next few weeks for Canadian Thanksgiving. I’m using a traditional upright smoker for one and the other I’m using a charcoal grill.

I’ve been meaning to start getting into more variety of cooking on my Weber outside of the traditional brats, chicken, steaks, burgers etc and I really wanna attempt a pork butt for some pulled pork as my first crack(others have told me not too, but I’m stubborn lol) at it. This video was very informational and I’m ready to take this challenge head on! Thank you!

Thank you, just acquired my first Webber 22 and now I have a idea where to start

I think this is brilliant. I have never been able to control the temperature as well. Very helpful, thank you for the video.

I just got a Weber kettle two weeks ago. I’ve been soaking in all the RU-vid videos out there and came across yours. Thank you for the simple instruction. I followed your rub recipe, which was phenomenal!! And my pulled pork turned out great. Thanks! Subbed.

Great video, brother! I’m trying this charcoal method right now and it’s working great!!! Thank you for posting!👍🏾

I have had a weber grill for over 26 years I never thought about using it to smoke with it I am going to try this great video

Just bought a half a pig and a Weber grill.... excited to try this! Thanks!

Did this today and it turned out fantastic. Watched it this video twice this week to pre pare. Thanks!

I smoked a brisket flat today using your method. It turned out great. I always use my kettle charcoal grill to smoke my meats. It was so much easier than before because I didn't have to babysit as much. I will be using this method from now on. Thanks!

Saw this video and bought a new Weber kettle grill because of it. I have duplicated this method twice in the last two months. It is fool proof and such an easy way to smoke a pork shoulder. I use Pecan and it has such a good flavor.

3rd time watching this video ......I just thought to my self this is a good excuse to drink some Pil all afternoon👍

Perfect example of how to smoke a shoulder properly and successfully without any unwanted extras. This guy is a true backyard bbq pro who told everything you need to know to cook a delicious shoulder. I’ve seen lots of bbq misinformation that could frustrate a newcomer. This guy told you the whole truth. Do it like he showed you and you’ll impress your friends and family. And that feels pretty good served with pulled pork, pinquito beans, coleslaw and an ice cold beer. That’s one way to be happy.

Excellent video! I learned a lot of little things I didn't know - lighter cubes exist, why the grill grate has hinges, water pan. Thanks!

I had a Weber for years thinking you couldn’t use it for smoking until I saw this video. In fact, I’m smoking some ribs right now using this method. Happy Independence Day my fellow Americans and thank you so much for the video!

Just picked up the 22" Weber kettle. I am going to try a pork butt this weekend. TY so much for the video. I subscribed!

Great video. Thanks for the recipe on the rub and how to do it. I'll have to try it on my mini Weber I brought back from the States visiting my mom. Probably have to use a smaller portion of pork but love how you used the smaller part of the charcoal starter. Looks delish! Can't wait to try it in my tiny London garden while we are on lockdown. So American! Thanks for sharing.

Relaxing and educational with a tasty food bonus. Great Southern drawl as well!

Great vid! I'd love to see more weber kettle vids (brisket, ribs, etc.)

You have the heaviest southern accent I think I've ever heard. lol. Something about BBQ and southern accents make it more enjoyable to watch. Thanks for the tips on here. I just got the Weber 22 inch for my birthday about a week ago. I will definitely try this for some pulled pork in the fairly near future. Great vid, man. Subbed.

Just checked the video as a refresher for tomorrow's cook. Great video, I've cleaned the bbq and ive got the shoulder prepped ready in the fridge with the rub on. I can almost taste it lol cant wait to get it fired up in the morning.

Thanks for posting this. I am grateful for your lesson on how to get the most out of a classic design. I followed it to the letter and our 9.32lb Boston butt came out perfectly at the 11.5 hour mark. I have had my 22" kettle for almost 2 years now and this was my first attempt at smoking anything. I had to follow the snake, rotating my hinged cooking grate after checking on it every 4 hours to add fuel and wood before it got too close to the end. I rotated my water pan too. The snake eventually burned 1.5 revolutions around my grill, but I started with each end of the snake nearly touching the outside corners of the pan. It took 8 hours to reach 160° and 3.5 more to reach 198°. Thanks again; you're a great teacher and very kind to share knowledge that you could easily sell.

Thank you learned a lot about how to use charcoal and the charcoal started. Great idea on flipping it around.

I’ve used this method for years after seeing it in the Weber website. It works every time. Try

Trying this on Sunday, first time snake method, Thanks for the video.

Thanks for the video, I appreciate that you told us where you set your vents at as well as the snake method.

My first time doing a Pork Shoulder. Used the snake method. Used this exact dry rub mix on the shoulder and left in refrigerator over night, also I set up the snake the night before. In the morning at 06:30 I brought the pork out of the refrigerator an hour before cooking to let it warm up a bit. I got the snake going just as he says, put the tray of water in grill, set top grate on and put shoulder on. Grill came up to temp in about 20 minutes. At 4 hours it was at 163, I wrapped it and let it go until it reached 195. Let it rest for an hour as I had to take it to the In-Laws for a Father’s Day. THIS was the Best pork I’ve had in a Long time, and I’m in Chicago which means something! This was Soooo easy, no muss no fuss, let it do it’s thing. Thank You for the video!!! I actually just got another 9 pound shoulder going an hour ago :). Happy Fourth of July Everyone !

Will defo try this on my first pork butt cook, bday coming up and ive decided im getting a weber. Got cheaper version but need an upgrade. Thanks for the video mate, thanks from Australia

Best pulled pork I've ever made and also a novice on the weber. Thanks very much!

Hey cuz I typically smoke in my electric Char-Broil but as older things do it finally quit working.....so I found your video and so far so good, just got internal temp to 167, double heavy foil wrapped apple juice spritz and back on to get to 195-205 internal temp then rest.......thanks for taking the time to show this method I can personally say you saved the day for myself and our family gathering ole buddy!

Genius! I've seen a couple other snake method videos what you, sir rule! Thank you I did a chicken just yesterday using your method and it was absolutely phenomenal.

I’ve learned a bunch from you ! Omg this looks so delicious, thanks for such a great video !!

Great video!!!! very helpful for low and slow with the kettle!!! thanks!

Great detailed instructional video!! Pork looks good too! And thx for sharing your rub and spray contents. I have yet to try smoking a pork butt, but now ill give her a try.

... as soon as I heard that accent, I KNEW the 'cue was gonna be good! awesome vid.

Thanks for this video. I was thinking about buying a smoker but you showed me I didn't need too. Great video

Super great video, you can tell you have a lot of heart when it comes to cooking. Keep up the great work

Hey Ryan love the video. I too have learned I LOVE TO COOK ALSO!!! I was diagnosed with stage 3 Adnon Carcinoma Cancer & during chemo & radiation treatments...i had to find a hobby to keep me sane. That's where cooking came into play. What part of the southern states are you from? I live in Satsuma Alabama...about 20 miles north of Mobile Alabama on I-65.

First time bbq user of Old Smokey grill. You have helped me greatly in starting my journey. Many thanks

Thanks for your extremely informative video! My Weber is going to learn a few things thanks to you. Happy Grilling Sir!

Looks amazing! Thanks for sharing your recipe and experiences with all of us. I am a extreme novice when it comes to using charcoal. Videos like this are a great reference for me!

I use small slices of the hardwoods within different sections of the charcoal “field” I call it, basically a snake method. It helps not over power the flavor while adding to it at small amounts while smoking. Never seen a need for all the fancy grills that cost you a mortgage payment . I can get the same results on my 22”. I have just subscribed. It’s interesting I see what you do with your technics in myself. Great showing. Thank you .

Wow thanks for the hot tip on how to cook on my weber. Looks delicious.🤤

I have a family friend who is southern. We have gone to his house for many BBQs. He cooks for about 15-25 people each time. He has a traeger, he has a $2000 gas range bbq. You know what grill he uses every single time?? His Weber. He’s the reason I bought a Weber. I want to thank you for your videos I just threw two BBQ parties this weekend. I messed up yesterday but today was a total success. I’ll only get better every time and I love my WEBER !!!

Great idea with the half circle of coals! You got me saying, why didn't I think of that? Thanks for the tips!

Best grill video I've seen. Thanks!

Good job with just a Weber Kettle. I was given one and now I can try this method.

Bravo! Definitely going to try this. Looked great at the end!

Excellent my friend. Well done

Excellent video buddy. Used your technique today and worked great!

Great video man. Loved the upside down charcoal firestarter shortcut. 👌 I learned something new. 😀

Bang up job bud, love the vid keep em coming. Cook on! Brother

Thanks for the pointers, I did my first one yesterday. Spritz with apple cider. Wrapped at 160°, pulled apart with my fingers at 2o5°. Took on smoke for 4hrs 45min then 2hrs 15min for final temp. Rest 2hrs in oven that I heated to 195° then shut it off. Once ready to serve temp was 165°. Oven 86°. Talk about juicy! No sauce needed.

This is a great video.Thank you for showing me how to turn my Webber into a smoker👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Tried as per your instructions, worked great, thanks mate.

I love it. The song Country Boy Will Survive came to mind watching the video. So simple and proof that anyone can make BBQ as tasty as the famous guys if you spend the time with the meat.

Just bought myself a Webber. I look forward using your advice and making some good bbq.

Love this !! Thanks for the tip

Looks delicious! Thanks for sharing.

thanks for posting this I now know what grill I'm going to get first to learn how to start smoking

Great video! Your accent reminds me of that guy on Tokyo Drift!

Very informative well presented thanks

That's a great idea, great vedio! Think I'm going try it, and I love pecan on pork. Thanks

Well said and explained can't be any better than that my friend!!!

Thank you, simple and to the point

First time smoking on my Weber and this recipe was perfect!

Very interesting. Big thanks from British Columbia for posting.

Used this technique today....Dude thanks! Amazing....I didnt have to add any additional charcoal and thats 6 hours into it...

I smoked a butt yesterday with this method on a Box Char-broil grill and it was perfect. Great video.

Thanks so much from San Jose!!

Love how he lays out the details.

I have learned soooo much from this one video alone !!!

, first video i watch about smoking meat without using a expensive smoker and i wasn't looking about smoking, ( use of charcoal and briquetes) , and viola, i got a way to do a smoker, on the cheap, and no need to buy extra equipment worth a thousand and more. ,, impressed and click SUBSCRIBED. . Thanks

Awesome video, trying "the snake" on a brisket tomorrow.

Thank for the video. I will try it this spring.

Great tip on turning the chimney over. 👍🏼

Great video, very interesting set up.I will be trying this method.

Great vid, thanks for sharing.

Gonna try this next week...thanks man!

Looks so delicious. I live in maine, obviously, you can't find smoked pork like that here.