Hello from Ohio

[Beersnob]

I started smoking about 12 years ago with an off-set firebox but it was a cheap one and I got sick of the babysitting. I got a propane smoker but it tended to cook too hot. Now I have a Pit Barrel Cooker and it's just right!
The first time I ever smoked a brisket I used Meathead's recipe and technique, so all these years later I figured I owed it to him to join the club!
I've preordered a Joule so will be curious how that will incorporate into outdoor cooking when it arrives next month.
I also used to brew beer but Cincinnati has too many good microbreweries these days so it's easier to buy it, and I've never bought a batch that ended up tasting like vinegar. ;-)

Cheers!
Chris

[MBMorgan]

Greetings and welcome to the Pit, Chris! Like you, my home brewing hobby has suffered (in a good way) due to the amazing selection of great micro brews available locally here in Colorado.

[Beersnob]

And, Alaskan Brewing just recently became available in Ohio!

[MBMorgan]

Alaskan Amber has been a favorite of mine for many years ... starting way back when I lived nearby ...

[LA Pork Butt]

Glad to have you in the. Pit!

[DWCowles]

Welcome Beersnob

[FireMan]

Welcome aboard Chris! I know it's not a micro-brew, but, my grandfather used to drink Cincinnati Cream. Tasted it a couple of times, back when I did'nt know the difference between beer & Koolaide. Well, ya, I did know that difference, but you know what I mean. It's cool that you've joined the team. Looking forward to your contributions. Enjoy the ride!

[Huskee]

Welcome to The Pit Beersnob! Thank you for joining up with us. I didn't have much luck brewing beer when I tried it, like you say it's so much easier to just buy it. The complete opposite of BBQ!

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[fuzzydaddy]

Welcome aboard Beersnob!

[Stevo]

Welcome to The Pit!

[Shane Rakow]

Welcome from Nebraska, Chris!!!

[Mr. Bones]

Welcome, Beersnob ! What could go together better than beer n' BBQ?

[CaptainMike]

Howdy Buckeye, welcome!

[Dale Case]

Welcome Chris ! Nuthin like high quality beer and BBQ !! Payin it back is always good for everyone too, glad you are here..

[Nate]

Welcome from Indiana! I have a buddy over in the Cincinnati "area" that is the state lead for Indiana and Ohio for Operation BBQ Relief.

[Danjohnston949]

Beersnob, Welcome to "The Pit"! You are Now Enrolled in the BBQ Univ.! Attendance and Participation are Mandatory! Enjoy "The Pit"!
Eat Well and Prosper! From a Backyard Cremator in Fargo ND, Dan