Slow 'N Sear Deluxe Charcoal Basket for 22-inch Weber Kettle — Stainless Steel with Removable Water Reservoir

The Slow 'N Sear Deluxe is a patented stainless-steel charcoal basket insert that turns a 22" kettle grill into a reliable two-zone cooker for true low-and-slow smoking and high-heat searing.

Replace guesswork with control: this Deluxe model combines a deep charcoal well, a removable one-quart water reservoir, and a heat-radiant barrier to create distinct indirect and direct heat areas inside a 22" grill. Built from heavy 430 stainless steel and backed by a 10-year warranty, it’s designed to run a long overnight smoke on one chimney of charcoal and then flip to intense searing when the meat is ready.

How does the Slow 'N Sear create two separate cooking zones?

The Slow 'N Sear’s curved basket and integrated radiant barrier physically separates the coals from the cooking surface, producing a cool indirect zone and a hot direct sear area. This setup mimics a dedicated smoker and a searing station in one compact insert for a 22" kettle.

• Patented curved design channels heat and smoke away from food in the indirect zone.
• Radiant heat barrier protects the indirect area while directing intense radiant heat to the sear zone.
• Water reservoir adds thermal mass and steam for stable low temperatures.

Can it hold temperature for long cooks and how much coal does it use?

Yes — the deep basket is sized to accept a full chimney load of briquettes or lump, providing steady temperatures for prolonged cooks without refueling. Expect more than eight hours of steady 225°F smoking from one normal chimney of charcoal under typical conditions.

• Holds ~80–100 briquettes (one chimney-full) for extended cooks.
• Ventilated bottom plate improves airflow control for consistent burn rate.
• Compatible with both briquettes and lump charcoal for flexibility.

What role does the removable water reservoir play?

The Deluxe’s water reservoir stores just over one quart, producing hours of steam to help maintain humidity and keep long-smoked meats moist. It also functions as a thermal buffer between the coals and the indirect cooking zone, smoothing temperature swings during low-and-slow sessions.

• Generates 5+ hours of steam at low smoking temps for juicier results.
• Quick-release design removes in seconds to allow high-heat searing.
• Double duty as a heat stabilizer and easy-to-clean drip catcher.

Is the Slow 'N Sear durable and easy to maintain?

Constructed from thick 430 stainless steel, the Deluxe model resists warping and corrosion from repeated high-heat use. Post-cook cleanup is simplified by the ventilated bottom plate and removable reservoir, and the product is backed by a 10-year warranty for long-term peace of mind.

• Heavy-gauge 430 stainless resists bending and rust for lasting use.
• Ventilated base speeds ash cleanup and supports both charcoal types.
• 10-year warranty from a veteran-owned, USA-designed brand.

Who is this for? The Slow 'N Sear Deluxe suits backyard pitmasters, competition teams, and home cooks who want predictable low-and-slow performance from a 22" kettle without buying a separate smoker. It’s ideal if you want to run full overnight smokes on one chimney of charcoal, then remove the reservoir and crank heat for a perfect sear — all with a durable stainless-steel insert designed to last for years.