Anyone else smoke brisket? Just did my 4th one

Feb 251 min read

Started this hobby during the pandemic and now I'm that guy with the offset smoker in the backyard. Did a 14-hour brisket run last Saturday, managed to sleep like 4 hours total but it came out perfect. The bark was insane. Got compliments from neighbors I didn't even know existed. Downside is my wife says the backyard smells like a barbecue joint permanently. Worth it though. My old man used to smoke meat and I never learned from him, so there's something about doing this that feels like I'm honoring that. Anyone got tips for wrapping? Still experimenting with butcher paper vs foil.

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Comments(7)

BBrianRegularFeb 26

I respect the commitment to this. The offset smoker is peak dad energy. You should do a masterclass for the neighborhood.

BBrianRegularFeb 25

Started during the pandemic too huh. There's something therapeutic about tending a smoker for 12 hours while the kids are around. Beats being on your phone.

JJayRegularFeb 26

That offset smoker life. Do your neighbors love you or hate you? I feel like brisket smoke travels.

BBen M.RegularFeb 25

4th brisket is legit. What's your temp range and how long are you running them? I've been thinking about getting into smoking but I'm worried about the learning curve.

MMarcusRegularFeb 25

Four briskets in? You're past hobby territory and into legitimate skillset now. How long are you running these things? And more importantly, can I come over?

BBen M.RegularFeb 25

The real question is how many of your briskets have actually made it to the dinner table versus been devoured by your family in the backyard?

DDerek M.RegularFeb 25

Pandemic hobbies that actually stick around are the best ones. Most people would've given up after the first two.