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[slat]

Has anybody used poplar wood as a heat source. I also hear it can leave a bitter taste, but if you waited to use it after you wrapped the meat in foil what difference would it make. Happened to run into a bunch of it, but don't want to get it if it's not worth it.

[BBQchef33]

I definately wood not:), use poplar. Its a softwood. Besides the obvious of the bitter taste, or nasties on your food, softwoods can leave a resin behind in your pit that can be a bitch to remove short of sandblasting. I wouldn't take the chance.

[slat]

Thanks Phil