types of wood for smoking meat

[pwillie]

I have a persimmon tree in my yard that is on it's last leg.  I was wondering if persimmon wood would be suitable for use on a reverse flow Lang.  I have never used it before and was wondering if anyone could advise me about it?

 

[bluewhisper]

Put "persimmon" into the Search here (the magnifying glass icon at top right) and you'll see some results.

 

[johnmeyer]

There is this old thread:

Woods For Smoking

[edit] I just looked and I guess it doesn't list persimmon.

 

[bbqwillie]

Persimmon is perfectly fine for smoking. As a general rule any fruit bearing tree is ok for smoking. It has a light and fruity taste to it. It's also a bit sweet. Just make sure you age it 6 months or more before you toss it in the firebox. I'd age 8-10 months before I used it to smoke with.

 

[pwillie]

Thanks for that comment.  I will be sure to age it for 8-12 months before using it.

 

[kihler]

Here is a list of woods that work for smoking. Persimmon is on the list.