I am kinda new to smoking for the most part, usually just threw a handful of hickory chips on the charcoal when doing burgers or steaks mostly, but I am getting into doing some different things lately, even going as far as considering building a UDS. So far, I have done a few racks of ribs with some apple chunks, and used mesquite on the fire during camping trips, but now I am planning to do some more serious cooks. I don't have the experience to get out there and get competitive, but I definitely love to cook some good meats. There are a few woods that I have been a bit curious about, and a few of them seem to be pretty abundant locally. I was thinking about trying some citrus woods, like orange or lime. I would think lemon would be good for certain types of fish, like salmon, but I don't have a lot of experience, like I said. I have also seen some Jack Daniels oak barrel chips that seemed like they would make an interesting cook. Any suggestions from some of you that have been smoking longer than I have? I am also a little interested in learning cold smoking, but that will likely come with time. I'm not trying to learn anyone's secrets (unless someone wants to give them to me
), but just looking to learn a few things that might make my Q much better.
