I am wondering if any of you make liquid smoke and if so how do you do it? I have attempted this and was semi successful.
I tried several different ways before finding one that seemed to work. First I boiled some dripping "tarrish" cresote in some water, NOT Good!
Next I tried to harvest exhaust liquid in a bottle similar to how moonshine is distilled, Also NOT good!
Last I put a pot of water in the smoker for about 3-4 hours and that was the trick. After I let it sit in the house, covered, for a couple weeks I filtered it and tried it on food. The only problem is I am kind of afraid that I let it sit too long and it may have bacteria in it. I have read that liquid smoke manufacturers age the product before bottling.
So how do any of ya'll make liquid smoke? I have a feeling that boiling it after it ages is necessary, however I didn't want to make the entire house smell of smoke.
I appreciate any input. I realize that I could buy this at the store, but why would I if it is basically a waste product everytime I smoke. Just add water.
By the way, I don't know if this topic belongs here, but I didn't see any forums labeled "liquid smoke" so I decided "Sauces, rubs, & Marinades" was the next closest thing.
I tried several different ways before finding one that seemed to work. First I boiled some dripping "tarrish" cresote in some water, NOT Good!
Next I tried to harvest exhaust liquid in a bottle similar to how moonshine is distilled, Also NOT good!
Last I put a pot of water in the smoker for about 3-4 hours and that was the trick. After I let it sit in the house, covered, for a couple weeks I filtered it and tried it on food. The only problem is I am kind of afraid that I let it sit too long and it may have bacteria in it. I have read that liquid smoke manufacturers age the product before bottling.
So how do any of ya'll make liquid smoke? I have a feeling that boiling it after it ages is necessary, however I didn't want to make the entire house smell of smoke.
I appreciate any input. I realize that I could buy this at the store, but why would I if it is basically a waste product everytime I smoke. Just add water.
By the way, I don't know if this topic belongs here, but I didn't see any forums labeled "liquid smoke" so I decided "Sauces, rubs, & Marinades" was the next closest thing.