WebPrepare the smoker and set it to 225 degrees. Add a water pan in the smoker (and keep it filled while cooking) and place the brisket fat-side up directly on the …
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Apply liberally, working into any crevices or folds in the meat. Once pellet grill is fired up, place brisket on pellet grill grates. Insert digital meat probe into the thickest part of the brisket. Smoke at 225°F (107°C) until brisket internal temperature hits 160°F (71°C), about 8 hours
Before heading to the store, check out this deep dive into the best wood pellets for smoking brisket. The best pellets for smoking brisket are an equal mix of Oak pellets and Cherry pellets. This does require you to buy two bags, but the blend of the two different types of wood creates the best-tasting meat and the best-looking bark.
If you’re looking to make the best beef brisket around, cooking it on a pellet smoker is the way to go, AKA pellet grill. Pellet smokers are able to maintain a consistent temperature over long times, meaning that the meat will cook evenly and won’t require as much attention.
The smoking duration for an average brisket cut is 18-22 hours. This means you cannot necessarily smoke it for 24 hours straight. However, since you’ll need to rest the smoked brisket for at least one hour after cooking, it’s good to put it in the smoker 24 hours before serving.