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Question/Poll for the Brisket Gods
Past experience teaches that SRF's cook much faster than others. But also that each piece of meat does its own thing in its own time.
What say you, Brisket Gods, as to start time -- assume 250 degrees, fat cap down, LBGE, salt and pepper only. When would you put it on? TIA for your thoughts and suggestions.

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No brisket god here but all I do with a brisket cook timing-wise is aim for getting across the finish-line within around a 4-5 hour window of the desired slice and serve on demand time. I can FTC with an el cheapo cooler for that long so that's the low bar I set.
And regarding SRF, (black only experience) I have had one finish in the high 180's but the remainder have gone into the low 200's. I plan (key word) for about an hour per pound at around 270*F on the dome but recently have seen them come in at about 0.8 hrs/lb at that temp. Friggin cow drives the cook. FWIW-Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period. CHEETO (aka Agent Orange) makes Nixon look like a saint. -
Mine average about 1hr to 1hr 15min per lb. I never wrap. I'd let that beauty rest for at least an hour or two. Figure on putting it on 17-18 hours beforehand based upon 250F. Better to hold it FTC than bumping up temps and stressing about it.
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Dude, I get that it's a SRF but, all the same basic principals of brisket are still applicable. Don't reinvent the wheel.LBGE 2013 & MM 2014Die Hard HUSKER & BRONCO FANFlying Low & Slow in "Da Burg" FL
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Thx. I've done one waygu-type and one SRF before and both went much faster than expected. don't think I can put this on at 6 am and be ready to serve at 6 pm -- that's a sphincter-tightener even if I reasonably think based on past experience it *may* be done in 10-11 hrs.NPHuskerFL said:Dude, I get that it's a SRF but, all the same basic principals of brisket are still applicable. Don't reinvent the wheel.
I think I'll just put it on after SNL and then FTC as long as required. Not ideal, but it should work I guess, and no reason to sweat an attempted shortcut. Was thinking maybe others would have good thoughts to share, but you're right -- should just go with my gut and save the keystrokes.It's a 302 thing . . . -
I've never had a brisket cook nearly that fast, but I aim my temps between 225-250. More like 18-22 hours for me.Large BGE and Medium BGE
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@HendersonTRKing I think you'll be fine going that route.LBGE 2013 & MM 2014Die Hard HUSKER & BRONCO FANFlying Low & Slow in "Da Burg" FL
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1.5 hours per pound including rest
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"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us" - Gandalf -
So I am doing my brisket next weekend. I am going to start it Saturday Night around midnight. I can't be at the house at all from 6 AM till about 11AM (Have to go get a round of golf in to win the money used to buy the Briskett)
I was thinking of running closer to 225 just to make sure it did not reach a point while I am away that it would need my attention, and then ramping the temp up some when I get home all in an effort to eat by 5-6PM. Will ramping up the temp when I get home to 250-275 cause any ill effects on the Brisket itself?
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Take it from Aaron Franklin and try wrapping it in butcher paper, when you BTC it, I don't FTC anymore since I tried butcher paper.
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@tikigriller - you are planning to run at that low temp with a controller?? Regardless of that fact, you can dial it up (or down) with no issues. Good luck with the skins game.Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period. CHEETO (aka Agent Orange) makes Nixon look like a saint.
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Yes....I should have the FB200 up and running by then with a couple of test runs under my belt. I didn't think the temp change would do much to the meat, but I just wanted to be sure.
Sorry for the temporary hijack of the thread.
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No worries. I'm trimmed and seasoned and wrapped. Confirmed 3/4 of a bottle of Noah's Mill in the liquor cabinet. Will clean and prep the egg later. Need to rest up so I can make it thru SNL and lay this beast on the grid around 1 am.tikigriller said:Yes....I should have the FB200 up and running by then with a couple of test runs under my belt. I didn't think the temp change would do much to the meat, but I just wanted to be sure.
Sorry for the temporary hijack of the thread.

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HendersonTRKing said:
No worries. I'm trimmed and seasoned and wrapped. Confirmed 3/4 of a bottle of Noah's Mill in the liquor cabinet. Will clean and prep the egg later. Need to rest up so I can make it thru SNL and lay this beast on the grid around 1 am.tikigriller said:Yes....I should have the FB200 up and running by then with a couple of test runs under my belt. I didn't think the temp change would do much to the meat, but I just wanted to be sure.
Sorry for the temporary hijack of the thread.

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I'm no guru either but I would put more rub on especially in the areas with no exposed fatSouth Buffalo, New York
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Agree. Needs much more. BTW, you'll read that those will be done in the 185 range. I had a gold couple weeks ago go well into he 200s and flat could have gone further. Trust the feel, ignore the temp.BUFFALOMOOSE said:I'm no guru either but I would put more rub on especially in the areas with no exposed fat -
This is just coarse salt and pepper. In the past I've used quite a heavy hand and I'm trying this time to go easier. But I hear you! Added a bit, but am resisting the urge to do more!theyolksonyou said:
Agree. Needs much more. BTW, you'll read that those will be done in the 185 range. I had a gold couple weeks ago go well into he 200s and flat could have gone further. Trust the feel, ignore the temp.BUFFALOMOOSE said:I'm no guru either but I would put more rub on especially in the areas with no exposed fatIt's a 302 thing . . . -
Beautiful piece of beef there. I like the plan, and look forward to the cook and results. Keep us posted. Will also be watching SNL tonight, looking forward to seeing T&C get skewered!Chicago, IL - Large and Small BGE - Weber Gasser and Kettle
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9am. In the stall for 3 hours. Hoping it's a long one!!

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15 hrs to 201 and probing like buttah.
Delish, despite bad photography.

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Nailed it right there. Home-run. Congrats on the cook and eats.
Edit: given it will dry out before our eyes I hope there was a line to grab and inhale.Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period. CHEETO (aka Agent Orange) makes Nixon look like a saint. -
Looking good man.
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Holy moley!!!! Congrats.Just bought an Egg? Here is what you get to look forward to now:
Plate Setter, FlameBoss 200, Spider, PSWOO-CI, Additional Rig Shelf for dome cooking, Thermapen, iGrill2, Cast Iron, Blackstone, Cooking Accessories for the Blackstone, Cover for the Egg and the Blackstone, shopping for Rub like a fine wine or IPA, and a new fascination with lump and what brand is the best-all to be debated every Friday Night. Next desires-Joetisceriie, Adjustable Rig, Grillmates, table and more eggs
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Sliced and served buffet-style. Burp.lousubcap said:Nailed it right there. Home-run. Congrats on the cook and eats.
Edit: given it will dry out before our eyes I hope there was a line to grab and inhale.It's a 302 thing . . . -
Yeah that looks amazing - great job!Large BGE and Medium BGE
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I usually put my 18-20 Lb. SRF black grade brisket on at 10:00 PM (250 dergrees), wrap in foil at 5:00 AM bumping temp to 275, and it is usually done around 8:00-9:00 AM. It is hardly ever done before it hits 205 or so.
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Wow. That seems fast. That's not even 12 hours.smokeyw said:I usually put my 18-20 Lb. SRF black grade brisket on at 10:00 PM (250 dergrees), wrap in foil at 5:00 AM bumping temp to 275, and it is usually done around 8:00-9:00 AM. It is hardly ever done before it hits 205 or so.Just bought an Egg? Here is what you get to look forward to now:
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Wrapping speeds it up a great deal, especially when you bump the temp up to 275 degrees. This is exactly how we do it in competition. The timing is pretty consistent but it all depends on the brisket. It's done when it probes like butter.
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