Looking for POST OAK!

patriotn11 said:
Yep, and its got me going nuts! :decision::crazy::mod:
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Don't let it drive you crazy. There are so many wonderful woods to use..I wouldn't get too hung up over post oak. I believe Aaron Franklin would and could use any other wood he wants, it just happens to be plentiful right where he is and would probably be just as sucessfull if he used only hickory or pecan or whatever was around. My 2 cents
 
Where does live oak fall into this discussion?

I ate at a BBQ joint in Gulf Shores last month where they used live oak. It was a different taste profile that I just could not put my finger on. A little more pungent, more like burning leaves.

I prefer white oak, the deer have it right.
 
patriotn11 said:
Hello all,

I hope this is the right place to post, I just finished restoring a 24x40 lonestargrillz offset smoker.

I am looking for good quality seasoned POST OAK, here in San Antonio 1/2 - maybe 1 cord! If I have to will drive my truck up to Austin! I never cooked with it but ere goos things, I'm a mesquite type of cooker!

I want a reputable seller!


Any input thanks

Michael in San Antonio
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My parents retired in SA. If you get a throw away paper in the driveway once a week check the classifieds, check Craigs List as suggested. My folks had a guy that delivered good quality wood, for a reasonable price. Your choice of mesquite, oak, or pecan. If you knew the difference in red and white oak and asked he'd bring you what you wanted. It was mostly by the truck load rather than cord or face cord, but his truck load was a generous truck load. YMMV

I can't explain those that can't taste a difference in the various woods if they are burning splits, unless they are cooking really old wood. Mesquite is strong. I'll use it to heat up an offset because it burns so hot, or grill/smoke chicken or a steak. Pecan is mild and pleasant to me. Hickory stronger and my preferred base wood when cooking with pellets, but used in moderation on a stick burner. Cherry is a go to on any cooker for color on all meats and the flavor for ribs and pork. Oak is solid, consistent, non-offensive, and a great source of heat. Again YMMV, and everybody has different preferences. With a quality pit, like you have, it makes all the sense in the world to make sure you are burning quality fuel. It does make a difference.
 
Jorge said:
My parents retired in SA. If you get a throw away paper in the driveway once a week check the classifieds, check Craigs List as suggested. My folks had a guy that delivered good quality wood, for a reasonable price. Your choice of mesquite, oak, or pecan. If you knew the difference in red and white oak and asked he'd bring you what you wanted. It was mostly by the truck load rather than cord or face cord, but his truck load was a generous truck load. YMMV

I can't explain those that can't taste a difference in the various woods if they are burning splits, unless they are cooking really old wood. Mesquite is strong. I'll use it to heat up an offset because it burns so hot, or grill/smoke chicken or a steak. Pecan is mild and pleasant to me. Hickory stronger and my preferred base wood when cooking with pellets, but used in moderation on a stick burner. Cherry is a go to on any cooker for color on all meats and the flavor for ribs and pork. Oak is solid, consistent, non-offensive, and a great source of heat. Again YMMV, and everybody has different preferences. With a quality pit, like you have, it makes all the sense in the world to make sure you are burning quality fuel. It does make a difference.
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WOW Jorge

I really appreciate that advice, great info!

I called the guy in China Groove JD Fire wood, he is like the one you spoke about your mom and dad would get good wood! He's a great guy. I put in an order for 1/2 cord PO and 1/2 Mesquite, I never tried PO and am excited, I am an old school Mesquite type of guy when it comes to smoking!


Thanks again!
 
riverratdave said:
Where does live oak fall into this discussion?

I ate at a BBQ joint in Gulf Shores last month where they used live oak. It was a different taste profile that I just could not put my finger on. A little more pungent, more like burning leaves.

I prefer white oak, the deer have it right.
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Live oak is in the white oak family, it's unique because it's one of the few trees that does not drop it leaves. Really hard and although I've never used it I would think it would work great.
 
Norm said:
Live oak is in the white oak family, it's unique because it's one of the few trees that does not drop it leaves. Really hard and although I've never used it I would think it would work great.
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Thanks,

The guy has some Live Oak and PO mixed, I'm gonna try it out!
 
Well,

I bought 1/4 cord of seasoned Post Oak with a little Live Oak and 1/4 Mesquite! Great looking and seasoned wood for my smoker! I bought if from JD Wood past China Grove down 87 near 1604! Great deal, $140.00! He is a good man been in the business over 40 years!
 

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mbshop said:
One point missed in this is how much you use and how long.
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Its like going to Sam's, you see a **** load of **** for one low price then you say, wow I dont need all that **** but for that price, I'll get it!

No just kidding, I just restored the smoker so I am going to run it like a locomotive for a while and smoke everything, chickens, briskets, ribs and more! Vac seal what we dont eat!

When I would get those little HEB bags of wood for 7-8 bucks a pop, this will keep me in it for the longs term and cheaper!
 
patriotn11 said:
Well,

I bought 1/4 cord of seasoned Post Oak with a little Live Oak and 1/4 Mesquite! Great looking and seasoned wood for my smoker! I bought if from JD Wood past China Grove down 87 near 1604! Great deal, $140.00! He is a good man been in the business over 40 years!
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It's been a long time, but that may be the same guy my parents bought wood from.
 
A fresh load of Post Oak showed up at my house. I watch too many Aaaron Franklin videos.

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What's funny is, since I really got into researching smoking and BBQ this year, I've learned that Texas BBQ is supposed to be all about post oak. I've lived in Texas since I was 7 years old, and I've always thought it was all about mesquite wood. I'd never even heard about post oak until this year. :mrgreen:
 
I think Aaron Franklin gets a kick back from all the wood suppliers in Texas...just sayin'
 
Norm said:
Nope

Check the Wood Handbook, there is some controversy but the latest research shows it's not in the red oak family.
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Quercus agrifolia, California (or Coast) Live Oak is a red oak. When using common names there can be quite a bit of overlap. Quercus virginiana is also known as Live Oak, this may be the Live Oak which may be white?

If you ever need insanely hot coals use the bark of the Cal. Live Oak. I lived in a California Live Oak forest for a number of years, sadly that forest is now dead from the oak borer.
 
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