Vertical Drum Smoker – Heavy Duty Charcoal Barrel Smoker

Vertical Drum Smoker: A Heavy-Duty Charcoal Barrel Smoker for Low-and-Slow BBQ

The Vertical Drum Smoker is a high-performance charcoal smoker built for consistent low-and-slow BBQ. Heavy-duty steel construction and an upright barrel design circulate heat evenly, and adjustable airflow control gives you the temperature steadiness serious smoking needs. It’s ideal for brisket, ribs, pork shoulder, and whole chickens.

What You Get

• Heavy-duty steel construction
• Vertical barrel design for even heat circulation
• Multiple adjustable cooking grates
• Charcoal basket at the bottom of the drum to hold your fuel
• Adjustable air intake vents and exhaust dampers
• Built for charcoal and wood chunks

Why Buyers Choose a Vertical Drum Smoker

Even Heat from the Vertical Barrel Design

Heat and smoke rise through the upright drum, so food cooks consistently from the top rack to the bottom.

Room for Large Batches

Multiple adjustable cooking grates give you space to smoke brisket, ribs, whole chickens, and more at the same time.

Steady Temperatures with Airflow Control

Adjustable air intake vents and exhaust dampers let you raise or lower the heat by changing airflow, which keeps long cooks steady.

Authentic Wood-Fired Flavor

The smoker is designed for charcoal and wood chunks, so you get real BBQ flavor and good smoke penetration.

Built to Last

Thick, durable steel is made for heat retention and long smoking sessions.

How a Vertical Drum Smoker Works

You load charcoal in the basket at the bottom of the drum and add wood chunks for smoke. Heat and smoke rise through the cooking grates above. You control the temperature by opening or closing the intake vents and exhaust dampers, which is how you hold a steady low-and-slow heat.

What Can You Smoke in It?

Beef brisket, pork ribs, pork shoulder, and whole chickens are the classics. The multiple racks also let you cook different items at once, or large quantities of the same thing, such as several racks of ribs.

Is This the Right Smoker for You?

Choose the Vertical Drum Smoker if you:

• Want authentic charcoal and wood smoke flavor
• Prefer a vertical drum design over a horizontal offset smoker
• Want multiple racks to cook several foods at once
• Are new to smoking and want steady temperature control

Compare other options if you:

• Want another vertical smoker: see our 55 Gallon Vertical Charcoal Smoker.
• Want a smoker with a side firebox: look at the 55 Gallon Single Barrel Smoker or the Double Barrel Offset Smoker.
• Want to grill instead of smoke: see the 55 Gallon Barrel Grill.

Before You Order a Charcoal Smoker

Set the smoker on level, stable ground in an open outdoor area, away from fences, overhangs, and anything that can catch fire. Keep children and pets clear while it’s hot, never use it indoors or in an enclosed space, and let the coals burn out and the drum cool fully before you move it.

Order Your Vertical Drum Smoker

Ready to start smoking? Order the Vertical Drum Smoker from Backyard Barrel Cooker today. Have a question about availability or delivery to your area? Contact us before you order and we’ll help you confirm the details.

Vertical Drum Smoker FAQ

What fuel does the Vertical Drum Smoker use?

It’s designed for charcoal and wood chunks for authentic smoke flavor.

How does airflow control work?

Adjustable intake vents and exhaust dampers let you regulate the temperature.

What foods can I cook in this smoker?

Brisket, ribs, pork shoulder, whole chickens, and more.

Is this smoker suitable for beginners?

Yes. The vertical design and airflow control system make it easier to keep temperatures steady.

How many cooking racks does it have?

It has multiple adjustable cooking grates. Contact us for the exact number.

What’s the difference between this and the 55 Gallon Vertical Charcoal Smoker?

They’re two separate vertical smokers. Compare the details on each product page, or see the 55 Gallon Vertical Charcoal Smoker and contact us if you’d like help choosing.

How do I find out about delivery and availability?

Contact us before you order and we’ll confirm availability and delivery details for your location.