I've rubbed with yellow mustard, and forgot to rub with yellow mustard. I couldn't tell any difference in bark or flavor. I don't mop, I don't open the smoker until the brisket is at 190. I put 4-5 fist size chunks of wood on the smoker, they smoke the entire cook.
Mike, thx again very much. That's very helpful. A few more questions for now, and then I'll leave you alone. :)
- Before you apply your rub, do you wipe the meat with oil or anything else?
- Do you mop at all during the smoke?
- Do you add chips throughout the whole smoke?
Can't wait to try again.
Thx again!
Don't worry about bothering us, we are here to help.
Mike