Midlife Smoke

Backyard BBQ + Texas BBQ Road Trips — One man’s journey to 50 joints before 50.

Welcome to Midlife Smoke — where passion for BBQ meets the adventure of discovery.
I’m Derick, a family man who found a love for smoking meat later in life and decided to dive headfirst into the world of barbecue. My goal? To visit Texas Monthly’s Top 50 BBQ Joints before I turn 50, while sharing every smoky, flavorful step of the journey.

On this channel, you’ll find:

Backyard BBQ cooks — from brisket to ribs and beyond
Road trips across Texas to legendary BBQ joints
Conversations with pitmasters, butchers, and BBQ enthusiasts
Tips, rubs, and recipes I’ve learned along the way

This isn’t about hype or ego — it’s about real food, real people, and the joy of good BBQ.
So whether you’re firing up your first smoker, planning your own Texas BBQ pilgrimage, or just love watching good food come to life, you’re in the right place.

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