Favorite wood for brisket?

[trouserchili]

Hey all, been awhile. Had a baby, bought a house, poor as hell and a friend just unexpectidly gave me a Christmas gift...some nice spices from a local gormet spice house. I need to return the favor, and as such I'm cooking him a brisket. I've got some Oak, but it don't quite taste right the last time I used it. I've also got some Hickory and Mesquite available. Right now I'm leaning toward the Mesquite, but I'm open to suggestions. What's your favorite wood for a Brisket? I'm thinking of using the following rub, but adjustments are welcome.

2 tablespoons celery salt
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons black pepper
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Thanks guys, it's a 15 pounder if anyone is interested.

 

[cayenne]

Mesquite!! Although I often mix a little hickory in there with mesquite....all wood.

 

[BigAl]

Pecan, puts an awsome color and taste on one.

 

[tommykendall]

Personally - I'd go lighter on the mesquite. Use mainly the hickory or the pecan, supplement with mesquite.

 

[racer_81]

Pecan works wonders on briskets.

 

[Solidkick]

I'm giving away my secrets here..........I'm a sugar maple and cherry wood user.
No complaints and very happy comsumers.

 

[Jorge]

I'm with Al and TK. I prefer to use pecan, and add a little mesquite for flavor. mesquite burns too hot and fast for my lazy ways.

 

[Neil]

I use apple and cherry because that's what I have the most access to. If given a choice I'd use pecan. Anybody want to trade some pecan for apple and or cherry out there?

 

[BigBelly]

Indeed go light with the mesquite wood. Use a little but try to mix in that Oak or if you can some Pecan or Hickory!

Goodluck. Once I get some free time here from work I am going to cook me a brisket and some other goodies.

 

[bittertruth]

i have had good success with pin oak and mesquite. i also add paprika(sweet) to any rub. helps with color.

 

[smokeemifyougotem]

Happy Holidays everyone,

Oak and Cherry - Oak is a very nice brisket wood.


Smokeem'

 

[spicewine]

Either an Oak Hickory mix or Cherry for me. The Oak mellows out the strong Hickory flavor.

Actually I prefer Morning Wood to them all! ( Good Hard Wood---Cat couldn't scratch it mod.) 8)

 

[kcquer]

Any wood is fine as long as its cherry.