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I'm not sure what the science behind it is.

 

https://www.thespruce.com/barbecue-smoke-ring-333612

 

Lots of good info in the link that @WBF610 posted. The smoke ring is purely aesthetic and comes from nitric oxide reacting with the myoglobin of the meat. Two things promote the smoke ring:

1. Increasing the amount of NO available to interact with the meat surface.
2. Increasing the meat surface's ability to "grab" available NO.

The first is done by burning a fuel that puts out a high(er) level of NO. A hot charcoal briquette does this better than even burning real wood, hence the recommendation to put a burning piece of charcoal in the electric smoker. It ought to burn fairly hot, though, not just smolder at a low temp.

The second is done by keeping the surface of the meat moist so that it interacts more with the NO available in the cook chamber. Spritzing and mopping can help with this. My preferred method is to try and time the application of the rub so that the stage where the salt is drawing moisture out of the meat happens while the meat is in the smoker, rather than while the meat is in the refrigerator. In my unscientific experience, this leads to the exterior of the meat being more moist for a longer period of time while in the smoker.

Here is a link to suppliment @WBF610 's link.

https://amazingribs.com/more-techni...nce/mythbusting-smoke-ring-no-smoke-necessary

 

I have seen those! Those barrels cost a good bit more than the 55 gallon ones and I'm wanting more diameter more than I'm wanting more height. I'm thinking some sort of old propane tank or some old water heater cut down and rigged up like an UDS is what I'm needing to do. Too many other irons in the fire to worry about that now!

 

That's what I was looking for, but couldn’t find it.

It’s also temp related, the quicker the meat gets to 170 or so, the less of a ring. I put my meat on cold, and get some nice rings. Of course this all means nothing as the ring does nothing to the flavor. It does make it look pretty though!

 

Good point as well!

Yeah, it is just for looks, but a big smoke ring on a slice of brisket or a sizeable chunk of pulled pork sure does make the mouth water!

 

That's a good read. I appreciate it.

 

Just placed an order for spicy and regular! Planning on some ribs this weekend so hopefully they get here in time.

 

VERY good rub. Can't go wrong. I'm sure my next order will be soon, getting close to smoking season again. Also will need some we are thinking about doing a purchase a BBQ meal fundraiser for my nephews scout troops, they are trying to raise money to buy a new trailer. We are working out the details on it now so will need some rub to help fill those orders lol.

 

Thanks a bunch for the order! I'll get working on it when I get home this evening so I can have it to you for this weekend's cook. Much appreciated and be sure to share some pictures of the ribs .

Thank you for the endorsement!!!

Let me know the details of your fundraiser when you get closer to it .

 

Just tried to order some spicy. I put a 24 oz bag in my cart and tried to check out but Shopify said my cart was empty
Tried it like 4 times lol

I’ll try again later

 

Uh oh. That's not good! Just checked inventory counts and they're good, so that shouldn't be the problem. Let me know when you try again if it works.

Sorry about that.

 

Try completely closing out the browser and then start over. Sometimes they just get dumb.

 

Smoked some salmon this morning. Spicy and plain with applewood

 

Thanks man I’m looking forward to it!

 

All packed up and ready to go!

I was able to ship using the same service, speed, and packaging for less than the option you selected, so I refunded you the difference. Let me know if it doesn't show up for you.

We don't make anything on shipping and didn't want to start now!

Thanks again for your order. I'm looking forward to seeing those ribs and hearing what you think of our rub!

 

How'd it turn out? Looks good on the screen, that's for sure.

 

Both turned out amazing. The plan was killer on an everything bagel with plan cream cheese.

 

Thanks man I saw that. Great customer service! I really appreciate it

 

Got notification I received my T-shirt and picked it up today! I havent opened it yet but Im sure its quality...Thanks!