Established in 1932, this locally owned market is one of a kind! John Jones is a 4th generation business owner in Ashland, a 3rd generation market owner, 2nd generation meat cutter, and a 1st generation Brat/BBQ Rib Specialist. John and wife Beth are also the parents of 6 children and 6 grandchildren whom all live in either Cass/Sangamon Counties. The store has been featured in The State Journal Register, Illinois Times, and most recently a 30 min. special on PBS w/ Mark McDonald, which highlighted his process for making his many varieties of bratwurst and his most popular, Apple Brat.
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Top 10 Brat Popularity 2022
1. Apple Brat
2. Smoked Mozzarella & Garlic
3. English Bangers
4. Chicken Bacon Ranch
5. Root Beer
6. Sweet Italian
7. Ham & Pineapple
8. Horseradish
9. Smoked Cheddar
10. Jalapeño Jack