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There is a point in time when the meat will not take on any more smoke. This happens around 145* or so I have been told. I think it may be closer to 160*. Generally this temp will be attained in 3-4 hours depending on your cooking temp. I use a pellet smoker. The rule of thumb there is to cook...
Cooking and judging go hand in hand. When I'm not judging, I working with a team.
I to would recommend taking a judging class. It will help you understand what is expected from your product and why. It will help greatly in your competitions.
If you have a chance to work with a team, jump on it...
Did get some great smell out of the barrel filling it with water but no diluted wine. May have to find a whiskey barrel and see if your theory holds water so to speak..
Spent the weekend at a comp in North Platte NB. While there I was wandering around between cooks, I came across a team that was cooking in wine barrels.
They were beautiful. They had 3 they were using. (Pork, Brisket, and Ribs).
After talking to them for a while, they mentioned the local Winery...
I trim most of the fat off on my briskets. I would not worry about it. Spritz every now and then should be fine. They save you the trimming time. Now you have more time for beer.
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