Brisket weight vs cook time

[Nathan C]

I’m getting ready to smoke a brisket. Should I estimate cook time based on weight before or after I trim?

 

[gmc2003]

After trim.

Chris

 

[kruizer]

Don't include what you are not smoking.

 

[SmokinAl]

I do them hot & fast, 270-280 pit temp. They take 45 minutes to an hour per pound to finish up, but this is just an estimate. Start checking it around 195 IT with a probe or toothpick, and when it goes on with little to no resistance in several places, then it's done. That could be anywhere between 190 & 215. I only rest mine about 1/2 hour on the counter, but if it's done early then the cooler or a 170 degree oven will keep it hot until your ready to eat.
Good luck!
Al

 

[mike243]

Well I hope it turned out great and on time,got any pictures to share? love the ease of adding them here as you don't need a 3rd party site to host them