rub and let sit for a day vs rub and throw on smoker??

[porklvr]

Hey everyone. I've searched and read a few thing about this subject but wanted to see what you guys/gals think about it....

Does it really make THAT MUCH of a difference if you rub and let sit in the fridge for a day or so than if you just rub it and throw it on the smoker? I ask this because.....I had planned on starting my smoke tomorrow evening for monday. However....it seems that I may be smokin tonight instead. I personally don't think it would make that much of a difference....as I like the flavor of the smoke and pork to shine through anyway. What do yall think?? Thanks in advance!!

 

[ellymae]

I used to rub a day or two ahead of time but now I rub the meat while the cooker is coming up to temp. Can't say I have noticed a difference in flavor.
There are some that will say you need to be careful if you have a lot of salt in your rub since it will pull moisture out of your meat. YMMV, try it both ways and see what works best for you.

 

[beer-b-q]

We have people who do it both was and I personally only let it set for a couple of hours...

I think it is mainly up to each individual as to what works best for them...