- Nov 11, 2023
- 9
- 4
Hi everyone, I’m not only new to this forum but new to smoking. Everything I’ve read about smoking a brisket all seems to end up to the same thing….PATIENCE!. Not easy coming from someone that lacks it lol but I’m learning today. Smoking my first brisket. Received a Traeger 850 for an anniversary present 8/23. I have made multiple things so far and everything turned out great including a whole turkey…EXCEPT burgers. I think I will stick with the Weber grill for them. I have a 4.68lb brisket on the smoker I purchased at an Amish store close to Philly. It was already cleaned so it saved me some work. I make my own rubs and I guess you could call me an adventurious indoor cook so I decided to do the same with my outdoor cooking. For the brisket, I used my own rub however I purchased some highly rated rubs and added them too. I made a spritz of cola, apple juice, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar and beef broth. I poured in cherry and pecan pellets on top of what I had which was jack daniels and mesquite. I put the brisket on at 9:45 am today, it’s now 6:20 pm and the smoker only reading 165 temp. I’m assuming this is where I need my patience to kick in and plan on having a few more beers?