Dr. BBQ: I was on Hawgeyes web page and saw your 10-pound box of rub. Was wondering how it would be on whole hog and brisket? I have 7 hogs and five cases of brisket to cook for the Carpenter BBQ Bash supper. Would 30 pounds of rub be enough for that amount of meat? Thank you, Joe Hi Joe, …
Mystery Lighter Fluid Taste
Hi, Dr. BBQ I”ve been smoking my food for several years on a WSM. Last year I decided to jump in and do some KCBS competitions with 3 WSMs. I consider myself lucky by placing in the top 10 most of the time. Except for my last contest. The contest had the experimental comment cards in use. All four of …
Delicious Sheen
Dear Dr. BBQ: The other day I soaked some hickory wood chips in apple juice for a day, then used a small smoker box in my gas grill. This is the first time I used apple juice instead of water. I smoked chicken legs, and noticed they had a sheen on them, and turned out great. Is it possible the …
Avoid Lighter Fuel Taste
Hi Dr. BBQ: What is a good way to get that nasty lighter fuel taste out of your food, or at least a good way to spice it so it tastes good? Mary Hi Mary, The easiest way is to quit using that nasty stuff! There are other ways to light charcoal that work well without that lighter fluid …
Where to Find Great Rubs, Sauces and Seasonings
Hi Dr. BBQ My name is Korey and I’m looking for a book or web site or store where I can find great rubs, sauces and seasonings for BBQ so that my food will turn out great. I’ve watched lots of champions and want to use what they use. Korey Hi Korey, In my new book “Barbecue Road Trip” there …