Great barbecue is not defined by geography; it is defined by smoke, patience, and the first bite that makes everyone stop talking.
Colorado might not be the obvious barbecue capital in anyone’s imagination, but the state has learned how to make brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and burnt ends feel right at home under big skies.
When a pitmaster gets the timing right, the mountain air only makes the sauce smell louder and the line feel worth it. This is the kind of food that turns a simple holiday plan into a full-blown mission, especially with the 4th of July on the calendar…