To wrap of not?

[dragonslayer]

Last time I smoked a brisket I got almost no bark. I wrapped my brisket in foil about 1/2 way through. I am considering not wrapping my brisket this time to get a better crust. Interested in what people around these parts do. TIA

 

[seenred]

Hey Slayer...if you're after better bark, eliminating the Texas Crutch will definitely help.  

Over the years I've started using the Crutch on all my briskets.  Bark isn't important to my bunch...so I figure why not speed up the stall and get it done faster.

That's what works for me, but the great thing about BBQ is, there's no wrong answer here...whichever way you prefer is the right way.

Red

 

[padronman]

No Foil = Great Bark