I love smoking bbq. I've done pork, ribs, a turkey, and brisket. I have learned how to get brisket smokey and fork tender. The recipe is now fool proof, at least two people have used it and had success on their first try. If you ask nicely, I'll send you the recipe.
I strongly prefer cherry or apple wood. Maple and pecan are alright too. Oak and hickory (unless pre-burned) make for a creosote-like taste.
I had (until recently) a Weber bullet for smoking. In the winter, I keep it in the garage. Sometime last winter, my wife 'slightly' nudged the bottom half of the smoker with her car. She admitted this, only after I hauled it out of the garage, in hopes of setting it up to use. It's hopelessly dented now and the upper half won't fit any more.
So, I'm in the market for a new smoker. Another Weber? The advantage is I know how to use that. Or something different? I've been attracted to a an off-set barrel smoker, but what brand? The prices range widely. I recently stumbled over two types of barrel smokers, the standard off-set type, or the type with a 'reverse flow' full width heat shield. Any ideas. I feel like a newbie reading about different types of speakers.
@herbu – nice smoker! Your knowledge and experience could be useful.
