WSM whole bird questions..

[iconnolly]

Hi,

Gona try my first whole bird tomorrow. But i have some questions which im sure you guys can help me with:

1. I'm going to smoke it at a higher temp 325-350, which i understand is better for birds? Is that right?

2. To get to this temp (especially in cold weather) should i leave the water out of the wsm pan?

3. What internal temp am i looking for for nice moust juicy chicken?

4. Should i go for beer can chicken at this temp of 325?

Thanks as always!!

 

[welshrarebit]

I did a couple of whole birds a couple of days ago on my WSM.

1) the higher temp is if you want a crispy skin. Make sure to dry it first as well. I usually do mine around 280* but the last couple of smokes I did at a higher temp.

2) I've never used water... Ever!

3) 165*

4 up to you. You can also spatch or quarter it and it won't take as long.

 

[welshrarebit]

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[oldschoolbbq]

Yep

  ^ ^ ^ what Rarebit said...

Good post by the way... 

 

[dannylang]

good looking chicken there, this forum is the best, you can find help with all your smoking needs here. THANKS FELLOWS.

dannylang