TO BRINE OR NOT TO BRINE

[jaguarjohn]

I'm doing BEER CAN CHICKEN for the first time on my SMOKING IT ELECTRIC SMOKER. I've heard both views on whether or not to brine. I would love some opinions.

 

[bear55]

I brine mine as I do not seem to get  a lot of flavor from the beer can.  I have also injected.

Richard

 

[gary s]

I brine mine

Gary

 

[jirodriguez]

If you have the time do the brine!

 

[foamheart]

Chose one and do it this time and the next day attempt it the other way. You'll learn how to maximize the need for smoking. LOL

 I usually recommend the easiest first, then try the brine. No amount of brining can help a plain chicken that has been smoked badly. Learn how to do a nekkid chicken so that its delicious, then try the brine.

Try both, then make up your own mind.

Hey, you asked.

 

[stickyfingers]

Not for beer can chicken. The steam will be enough. IMO. Otherwise, always brine!