Liberty Smokehouse Beans feat. Heath Riles Competition BBQ Rub + Blues Hog Champions' Blend BBQ Sauce
Some sides earn a permanent spot on the table. Liberty Smokehouse Beans are one of them. Built around two of the most competition-proven products in the America 250 Commemorative BBQ Bundle — Heath Riles Competition BBQ Rub and Blues Hog Champions' Blend BBQ Sauce — these slow-cooked beans bring serious smokehouse depth to your backyard spread. Smoky bacon, hearty chunks of sausage or brisket, and a rich, caramelized top layer make this dish the kind of thing people circle back for a second scoop before the main course is even done.
The cook is low and slow — 275°F over indirect heat for up to two hours — and that patience pays off. As the beans bubble away on the grill or smoker, the Champions' Blend sauce tightens into a glossy, almost lacquered coating, while the Heath Riles rub layers in that unmistakable competition-style seasoning: bold, savory, and built for a crowd. A touch of brown sugar and yellow mustard round out the flavor profile, giving you just enough sweet-and-tangy backbone to balance the smoke. Leave the pan uncovered the whole cook — that dark, sticky top layer isn't a mistake, it's the whole point.
Whether you're pulling pork off the smoker, slicing brisket, or throwing ribs on the grate, Liberty Smokehouse Beans hold their own as the anchor side dish of any true American barbecue. They serve 6–8 comfortably, come together in about 15 minutes of prep, and only get better the longer they sit. This is the kind of recipe that turns a backyard cookout into a full-on feast — exactly what the America 250 bundle was made for.
