Prep time 24 hours

Cook time 6 hours minimum

Serves 6+ people

Hardwood pellets in competition blend alder, cherry, and apple

Ingredients

 5-8 pounds trimmed point cut brisket*

2 teaspoons garlic powder

2-3 teaspoons kosher salt

2-3 tablespoons dark brown sugar

1 teaspoon Five Marys Farms rub spice blend

1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

To prepare the meat, rub with all seasonings, place on a tray, and keep covered in cling film in the refrigerator overnight. To cook, set the smoker to 250 degrees. Place the meat over indirect heat on your grill. Smoke 4 hours, then remove and wrap tightly in foil. Add 1/2 cup water to the foil packet. Place back in the smoker 3-4 more hours. Remove and allow to rest 15 minutes before slicing against the grain.

* The difference between a point and flat or deckle cut brisket is the fat. Flat or deckle cuts have more meat, and points have more fat.  Trim off all but roughly an inch of fat from the top of your brisket.