225 or 275?

[OneEyedJack]

I shoot for 225, especially for brisket. Starting a cook at 0300 ALWAYS inspires a sympathetic reaction that raises the quests appreciation level by about 2 points. If the meat is good, you are God and can usually expect receiving a Christmas card in the winter.

[EdF]

Lol!

[Deaf Arty]

Thank you all for the excellent counsel! As an engineer I can over-think ANYTHING and I know I was doing that with temps on my cooks. You all have helped me be more grounded and practical when I cook.

[BarBQ22]

Brisket and pork butts I start out at around 275 for a couple hours then crank it down to 250 ish until wrap time then you can do whatever cuz your finish cooking at this stage. 250, 275, even 300. Ribs are a steady 275. Chicken 300. If you want a nice smoke ring dry brine with a little celery salt. Its natural nitrite that reacts with the outer surface. Tastless if you don't use a bunch. Works wonders.