Another Rookie with a Pellet Flavor Question

[Warthog]

Welcome to the group. I use Pit boss competition exclusively in my Brunswick with excellent results. 40lbs $15 at Walmart.

 

[hankhill11]

and I know mesquite is generally not recommended for pork

I would say that its not only about the strength of the smoke flavor but the flavor its self when you're specifically talking about Mesquite. It is unique.

When I did my first(and only) smoked butt so far I had Lumberjack apple in the hopper and apple in the smoke tube. turned out great with good smooth smoke flavor, great smoke ring.

I did a chuck roast the other weekend and used oak(i think) in the hopper and mesquite in the smoke tube, and could definitely taste the difference in smoke flavor from the mesquite. It has its own twang to it. Still good, but I would probably tend to agree it may not mesh well with pork meats.

Try em all and spend a lot of time with your smoker. I am still new and loving it while doing the same thing.

 

[MikeInFla]

Pit Boss charcoal pellets are exclusive to Walmart, if they still have them. They aren't available online but I have recently seen them in the store.

 

[Breadbox79]

Oak is my favorite, but I'm keeping it a secret so I never run out of oak.

I know what you're talking about. Just about Any hardwood should be good for smoking meats.

 

[cameraguy55]

Hey guys, just got a new Pit Boss, and I think the first thing I’m going to smoke is a butt for some pulled pork. I’ve been trying to do some research, and I know mesquite is generally not recommended for pork. However, I’ve read that pellet grills offer a more mild smoke in general. Has anyone ever tried mixing just a bit of mesquite pellets in with a fruit blend such as the fruit blend offered by Pit Boss for pork?

I use a Hickory Apple mix 2 parts Hickory 1 part Apple it makes for a great smoke flavor

 

[Breadbox79]

I'm having a problem getting any smoke flavor in the meats I smoke. I have the two dampers open, I have the rods to the smoke chamber open all the way. I'm smoking between 160-200 degrees. No smoke flavor at all. I have no idea as to what I'm doing wrong. Can I please get some help?

 

[Gkr7007]

I'm having a problem getting any smoke flavor in the meats I smoke. I have the two dampers open, I have the rods to the smoke chamber open all the way. I'm smoking between 160-200 degrees. No smoke flavor at all. I have no idea as to what I'm doing wrong. Can I please get some help?

I would say close off your vents a little. For a pellet cooker the smoke needs to take a little more time in the chamber. Also the brand of pellets can make a big difference. And last...use a smoke tube or chip tray to get more smoke flowing.

 

[banshee_63]

I prefer apple for pork. If you have Atwoods in your part of the world, they have great selection and prices on pellets too.

 

[notkosher]

Ok, I am a rather old dude, but I can't tell any difference in smell or taste. They all seem to work great. Could be my sensors are worn out?

 

[JerryM]

Hey guys, just got a new Pit Boss, and I think the first thing I’m going to smoke is a butt for some pulled pork. I’ve been trying to do some research, and I know mesquite is generally not recommended for pork. However, I’ve read that pellet grills offer a more mild smoke in general. Has anyone ever tried mixing just a bit of mesquite pellets in with a fruit blend such as the fruit blend offered by Pit Boss for pork?

I like to use pure mesquite to get more smoke taste. Used mix but I have hard time getting a good smoke taste. I am use to a wood burner though. Just use what you like.

 

[Elfcane]

Ok, I am a rather old dude, but I can't tell any difference in smell or taste. They all seem to work great. Could be my sensors are worn out?

I doubt it's your sensors. Have you tried a tube???