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Beer Can Chicken on the Charcoal Grill

A whole chicken roasted upright over a can of Coldstream Clear Nova Scotia Lager on a charcoal grill with cherrywood smoke for crispy skin and juicy meat.

Time~1 hr CategoryChicken Watch5:55
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Method

  1. 1Preheat the charcoal grill to 400–425°F with Kingsford charcoal briquettes.
  2. 2Pat the chicken dry with paper towel — dry skin helps it crisp up — then rub softened butter all over the skin.
  3. 3Season generously with Top Shelf BBQ Seasoning, covering the entire chicken.
  4. 4Open the Coldstream Clear Nova Scotia Lager, pour out (or drink) about a quarter of the can, and carefully seat the chicken upright over the can.
  5. 5Add a chunk of Furtado Farms cherrywood to the charcoal for a light smoky flavour.
  6. 6Place the chicken upright over indirect heat and cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until it reaches 165°F in the breast and 175°F in the thighs.
  7. 7Remove the chicken carefully, rest for 10 minutes, then carve and enjoy.

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