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  • Oberon Day 2019 at Saddleback BBQ

     

    Believe it or not summer is coming. That means Oberon is back!

    Oberon Day 2019 is March 25, 2019 starting at 11am at Saddleback BBQ Okemos! 

     

    We'll have three different types of Oberon from Bell's Brewery on draft. We're offering: Mango Habanero Oberon, Überon (barrel aged Oberon), and Oberon! We'll be offering flights so you can try all 3! 

    *Weather permitting we'll be opening the patio for the first time of the year!*

    RSVP on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/752182238486891/

    Food Specials for Oberon Day 2019 at Saddleback BBQ Okemos! Available for Pre-Order Online NOW! 

    • Oberon Chicken Sliders 
    • Smoked Turkey Beer Cheese BLT
    • Honey Uberon Brussels Sprouts
    • Esquites (Street Corn off the Cob)
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  • Saddleback BBQ Rewards & Loyalty Program - Carnivore Club

    Saddleback is happy to offer our customers a Rewards Program.  We rolled it out in August of 2017, so there is a chance that you may already be signed up. If you need to sign up for Saddleback Rewards Program just click here! The loyalty program is pretty simple.

    When you make a purchase at Saddleback you are given the option to enroll in the program. All you have to do is enter your email address at the point of sale when completing your purchase.  If you use a credit card, your rewards program will be linked to that credit card. That way in the future whenever you use the same credit card you will automatically accumulate new rewards points and be given the redeem the rewards when you've accumulated enough points.  It's pretty simple and it's our way of saying, Thank You! 

    Saddleback BBQ Rewards Program FAQ's 

    Confirm Credit Cards Email
    When you sign up for the rewards program, you must enter an email address at the point of sale.  The system will automatically send you an email to confirm your credit card. --- All you need to do is click the link in the email and it will link your credit card to their rewards program.  
     
    Any future time that you swipe that credit card, your rewards will be applied to your account automatically.  If you don't confirm your credit card, you will continue to earn points, but you won't be able to redeem your rewards.  If you're not able to redeem your points, it is probably because you haven't confirmed your credit card. 

    Using Your Rewards At Saddleback BBQ and Slice By Saddleback
    You can use your rewards points at every Saddleback BBQ & Slice By Saddleback!  Your same rewards card will accumulate and you'll be able to redeem them at all locations. 
     
    To use your points for Online Ordering: Just login to your account using your rewards email account and you will be prompted to redeem your points when you are checking out. 

    To use your points for in store ordering: just provide your rewards email address, or use the same credit card that you have previously linked to your rewards account.  At the end of the transaction you will be asked if you would like to redeem your rewards points. 
      
    Welcome Email
    When you sign up for the Rewards Program you will receive a Welcome Email. The text of the welcome email is below: 
     
    As a member of Saddleback BBQ Rewards, you will earn a point for every $1 you spend at Saddleback. When you reach 50 points, you can redeem those points for a discount on your future order. It's our little way of saying, Thank You!*
     
    Points have no cash value and are not redeemable for cash.  Point accumulation and the point value is subject to change with or without notice at any time. Catering Orders are exempt from the rewards program at this time.
     
    In the welcome email, you will also have a link to your rewards card. You can print off the card and use it to access your rewards account. You can also use the link to check on previous orders & view their rewards.  
     
    Online Signup Form
     
    Accumulation & Rewards Points
    Customers that are members of the rewards program earn 1 point for every $1 spent.  You are eligible to redeem your rewards points for free food after you earn 50 points.  The rewards program does not apply to alcohol or catering purchases.* 
     
    Check Your Saddleback BBQ Rewards Balance Here:
    To check your rewards balance use the following links and then enter the email address associated with the rewards program.
     
     
    If you have any questions just let us know by emailing info@saddlebackbbq.com
     
    Birthday Rewards!
    When you receive your welcome email to the Saddleback BBQ Rewards Program, you will have the option to sign up for our Birthday Rewards program.  If you sign up for the Birthday Rewards Program, you will receive a cash amount to use towards your birthday if you come and dine in our restaurant within 4 days of your birthday! 
     
    "When you sign up for our birthday rewards, we will place one $10 discount on your card. If you come in within 4 days of your birthday, we will automatically apply it to your check."* (As of 10/21/2019*) 
     
     
    *The terms of this program are subject to change at anytime with or without notice.  There is no cash value for rewards. 
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  • Oberon Chicken

    We have made claims in our first blog that we are a craft bbq restaurant. With the type of smokers that we use, making everything from scratch and using only the finest ingredients we believe that we deliver on that concept. Most regional bbq is usually influenced by what is typically abundant in their region. For example, Texas is known for their beef brisket due to their abundance of cattle.The Carolina’s and Georgia are known for their production of pork so they, in turn, brought us pulled pork and 2 types of sauce, a mustard based bbq sauce and a vinegar based bbq sauce.

    In Michigan, we have 2 things that we have in abundance that we can use in our version of bbq, craft beer, and our diverse agriculture. Michigan is host to some of the biggest and best craft beer breweries in the nation. From Bell’s, Founders, Dark Horse, etc. we are privy to some of the most flavorful beers around. From an easy drinker like Oberon to a full flavored stout like KBS from Founders to one of the top I.P.A.’s in the world like Two Hearted from Bell’s we can honestly say that we have some of the best beers in the world right in our backyard. Lot’s of flavors from the beer work really well in bbq sauce. Stouts can add a depth of flavor to a sauce unlike anything else. Hops from an I.P.A. work really well in bringing out spices in a spicy bbq sauce. Needless to say, we are fortunate to have a lot of options and we have a lot of fun trying to come up new recipes every day.

    Michigan is also home to the second most diverse agriculture in the nation and one of the biggest suppliers of tart cherries, blueberries, apples, carrots, etc. Who doesn’t love when cherries are being sold on the side of the road up north? I, for one, am a big fan of fall when apples come into season. Nothing like some fresh apple cider and donuts. Since both cherries and apples have a sweet, tart flavor profile they work really well in a complex bbq sauce. I really like a sweet and savory bbq sauce and those two fruits are the perfect backdrop to a great sauce.

    We have taken a lot of influence from the different regions of BBQ across America, but we also felt it was important for us to break out and do our own thing. Michigan BBQ. Since craft beer and our diverse agriculture really pair well with typical BBQ flavors we know that we can deliver on our promise of Michigan BBQ. Our first attempt at Michigan BBQ will be with Oberon Chicken. Nothing says Michigan more than Oberon, heck we even celebrate this beer being released with its own special day. As if we really need a reason to celebrate after not seeing the sun from late December to March. We think that the orange zest and the bitter finish work really well in a mustard based sauce and really enhance our smoked chicken. And nothing says sunny day more than Oberon beer and bbq chicken.

    Oberon chicken starts with our take on beer can chicken. We have a rack that we custom built for our smokers enabling us to produce about 10 chickens at a time (yes we take this very seriously). Next, we put a half and half mixture of our pickle brine and actual Oberon beer in each can to put inside of each chicken. This accomplishes a couple of things. First, the chicken will steam from the inside making it juicier than if you were to just smoke it. Second, the pickle brine makes the meat more tender due to the acidity of the brine. Thirdly, you can pick up a little of the beer and the brine with its sweet, tangy flavor. Next, we season each bird with a mixture of salt, black pepper, and thyme to offer a savory element. Lastly, we take our Oberon sauce that is our yellow sauce infused with orange zest, orange juice, and a little honey to round it out. Now I have to at least mention that these birds take a 2 to 3-hour nap in our smoker to get another flavor element to our chicken. Who said that chicken was bland? Definitely not this version.

    I mentioned earlier the term Michigan BBQ and in the next few months, we will expand on what that means to us. Next up will be our Apple BBQ sauce, so look for our next blog when we explain the process of making this sauce. It’s got a lot going on.

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  • Smoked Saddleback BBQ Turkeys for Thanksgiving!

    ORDERS ARE CLOSED FOR 2018!

    If you need one, send me a chat message below and we will see what we can do.

    You can bake them, fry them, stuff them or baste them - but nothing beats Smoking them!! Let Saddleback Barbecue handle all your Thanksgiving needs.

    Let us do the cooking so you can enjoy some Lions Football. Our talented staff is preparing all of the sides as well as dessert so all you have to do is re-plate it and take all the credit. Everyone wins!!

    Only 30 Turkeys available and they will go fast. Order and submit your deposit soon!
    If you have any questions, Email: catering@saddlebackbbq.com

    RESERVE YOUR TURKEY NOW!

    We get our birds from Otto’s Turkey Farm in Middleville, MI. These are fresh, antibiotic free, free-range turkeys who eat a diverse diet. The best turkeys around, in our humble opinion.

    Injected & Smoked Turkey's
    14 lbs- 16 lbs - $129

    House Made Sides Avaialable
    Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Turkey Gravy, Mac & Cheese, and/or Stuffing.

    Dinner Rolls
    12 Detroit Made Hawaiian Brioche Rolls: $12

    Order now!

    Pickup for Turkeys will be scheduled between 9am - 11am on Thanksgiving. (Thursday, November 22)

    RESERVE YOUR TURKEY NOW!

    Scroll all the way down to "Thanksgiving Reservations"

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  • Take Saddleback BBQ with you when you go up north this 4th of July!

    Regardless where your travels take you over the Fourth of July holiday, why not bring some of Lansing’s Barbecue to entertain with? Saddleback Barbecue is now accepting pre-orders for Pulled Pork, Chicken Quarters, Brisket and Ribs to be picked up on either Friday July 3rd or Saturday July 4th in the AM. We are also offering coleslaw, potato salad, mac and cheese and baked beans for your enjoyment.

    Smoker space is limited so reserve your food now! Orders must be received by July 1, 2015.

    To place your order call (517) 253-7556 or email info@saddlebackbbq.com

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