{"product_id":"cast-iron-bacon-grill-press-by-grill-masters-club","title":"Heavy Cast Iron Bacon \u0026 Griddle Press by Grill Masters Club (2.2lb)","description":"\u003c!-- Hero Badges --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; gap: .75rem; flex-wrap: wrap; margin: 0 0 .75rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"background: #111; color: #fff; padding: .35rem .6rem; border-radius: 999px; font-size: .85rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Heavy-Duty Cast Iron \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #f36a10; color: #fff; padding: .35rem .6rem; border-radius: 999px; font-size: .85rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Bacon • Smash Burgers • Searing \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"background: #eee; color: #111; padding: .35rem .6rem; border-radius: 999px; font-size: .85rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Flat Top Essential \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"margin: .2rem 0 0 0; font-size: 1.125rem;\"\u003eHeavy Cast Iron Bacon \u0026amp; Griddle Press by Grill Masters Club\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c!-- As Featured Callout --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f9fafb; border-left: 4px solid #f36a10; padding: .75rem 1rem; margin: .75rem 0 1rem 0; font-size: .95rem;\"\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong\u003eIncluded In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our \u003cstrong\u003eBacon Lab BBQ Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — built for smoked pork belly, bacon burnt ends, and BBQ candy techniques. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Bacon Lab BBQ Kit: Smoked Pork Belly, Burnt Ends \u0026amp; Candied Bacon Bundle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grillmastersclub.com\/products\/bacon-lab-bbq-kit\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.05rem; line-height: 1.6; margin: .5rem 0 1rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePress it. Crisp it. Sear it hard.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Grill Masters Club Cast Iron Bacon \u0026amp; Griddle Press is built for pitmasters who want evenly rendered bacon, aggressive smash burger crusts, and steakhouse-level sear at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .35rem 0 1rem 0;\"\u003eMade from solid cast iron with a durable wooden handle, this heavy-duty grill press applies consistent downward pressure to increase surface contact -- the key to better browning, deeper caramelization, and faster, more even cooking. Whether you're pressing thick-cut bacon, smashing burgers, or maximizing crust on steak and chicken, this tool gives you total control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Benefits --\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin: 0 0 1rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: .35rem 0;\"\u003e✅ Heavy-duty cast iron construction for serious weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: .35rem 0;\"\u003e✅ Helps render bacon fat evenly for crisp texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: .35rem 0;\"\u003e✅ Creates deep smash burger crusts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: .35rem 0;\"\u003e✅ Improves steak \u0026amp; chicken sear through increased surface contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: .35rem 0;\"\u003e✅ Wooden handle stays cooler for safer handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin: .35rem 0;\"\u003e✅ Grill Masters Club branding on base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e5e7eb; margin: 1rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .gmc-wrap { font-family: inherit; color: #111; }\n  .gmc-wrap h2, .gmc-wrap h3 { margin: 0 0 .5rem; line-height: 1.25; }\n  .gmc-wrap h2 { font-size: 1.5rem; letter-spacing: .02em; }\n  .gmc-wrap h3 { font-size: 1.125rem; }\n  .gmc-lead { margin: .25rem 0 1rem; color: #444; }\n  .gmc-grid { display: grid; gap: 1rem; }\n  .gmc-card {\n    border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 12px; padding: 1rem; background: #fff;\n    box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,.04);\n  }\n  .gmc-tag {\n    display: inline-block; font-size: .75rem; background: #faf5e6; color: #7a4b00;\n    border: 1px solid #efdcae; padding: .15rem .5rem; border-radius: 999px;\n    margin-bottom: .5rem;\n  }\n  .gmc-sub { margin: .5rem 0 .75rem; color: #333; }\n  .gmc-list { margin: .5rem 0 0; padding-left: 1.2rem; }\n  .gmc-list li { margin: .25rem 0; }\n  @media (min-width: 640px){ .gmc-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmc-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Maximum Surface Contact\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmc-lead\"\u003eBetter contact means better crust. This press increases heat transfer between your meat and cooking surface, helping you achieve professional-level browning on flat tops, griddles, and cast iron skillets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmc-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Amazing On --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmc-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmc-tag\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBacon, Burgers, Steaks \u0026amp; More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmc-sub\"\u003eA true multi-purpose cast iron grill press for high-heat cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"gmc-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevent curling \u0026amp; promote even crisping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmash Burgers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximize crust \u0026amp; Maillard reaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteaks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improve edge-to-edge sear and caramelization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChicken Breasts \u0026amp; Thighs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even browning \u0026amp; faster cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePork Chops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhance grill marks \u0026amp; surface crust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled Sandwiches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press paninis \u0026amp; melts evenly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Construction --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmc-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmc-tag\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeavy Cast Iron + Wooden Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmc-sub\"\u003eOur griddle press is built to withstand high heat on grills, flat tops, and skillets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"gmc-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid cast iron base for serious weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable wooden grip for comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBranding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grill Masters Club logo stamped on base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for high-temp searing environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Dimensions --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmc-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmc-tag\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact, Powerful Footprint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmc-sub\"\u003eSized perfectly for bacon strips, burger patties, and steak coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"gmc-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e2.2 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.15\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.15\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Pro Tip --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #111; color: #fff; border-radius: .5rem; padding: 1rem; margin: 1.25rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For steakhouse-quality sear, place the press on your steak during the first 60–90 seconds of cooking to maximize surface contact and build a deeper crust before flipping.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grill Masters Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47826266423513,"sku":"GMC-BACONPRESS","price":69.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/4388\/2457\/files\/GMCBaconandGriddlePressProductImage_1.png?v=1773780568","url":"https:\/\/www.grillmastersclub.ca\/products\/cast-iron-bacon-grill-press-by-grill-masters-club","provider":"Grill Masters Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}