Hello Dr. BBQ, I recently purchased your book and find it fascinating. My question is whether you age your brisket at all. I know in competition this is probably impossible, but I would like to know your opinion on the subject. Thanks. Big Dan. Hi Big Dan, Yes, I do “wet” age my briskets if I have the opportunity. Wet …
Leaky Injections
Dr. BBQ: You were nice enough to answer my last question about classes. I am waiting for your new book, and I’m sure the answer is in it. I make brisket flats exactly as you say in the short cut method. It seems that all the injection solution always come out. Is there a trick to injecting? Eric Hi …
Backyard Grill
Dear Dr. BBQ, I want to purchase a smoker grill for backyard use. I have tried some of the cheap ones that are on the market at the present, but they do not work for me. I would like some information on some of the better brand that is suitable for home (back yard) use. I don’t like the Weber …
Cook Before Wrapping
Doc: I use a large BGE. I usually smoke a butt straight through, put it on let it smoke for 1.5 hours or so a pound. I want to wrap my butts in foil also. I put goodies in the foil to enhance my meat: grape juice, cherry juice, etc. How long do I wrap in the foil? I planned …
New Cooker Not Neccessary
Hello Doc: A friend and I are going to start going to some bbq contest in preparation to start competing. We were wondering about cookers. I have a side firebox smoker that I am very well-versed in using. Would this do well are should we invest in somthing else? Dan Hi Dan, If you can produce great BBQ with your …