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Snake Method

A charcoal arrangement technique for kettle grills where briquettes are lined up in a semi-circle to burn slowly and sequentially, providing long-lasting, stable low temperatures.

The Snake Method is the secret to 12+ hour smokes on a standard Weber Kettle. By lighting only one end of the ‘snake’, you ensure a consistent burn that doesn’t require constant refilling or vent adjustment.