Brisket 101: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide to Learn How to Smoke a Brisket Right in Your Backyard!

Want to learn how to smoke a brisket? It doesn’t have to be intimidating if you have the knowledge. Let’s dive in and I’ll give you step-by-step instructions on how to smoke a brisket and make it perfect every time!

Welcome to Brisket 101, your beginner’s guide to getting to know this beautiful cut of beef. If you’re on this page, you likely are searching for info on smoking the most luscious and tender piece of brisket possible and I am here for you! In today’s post, we’re starting with the basics: What is a brisket and where is the best place to purchase one? Step into my virtual classroom and I’ll share everything you need to know to smoke a brisket that is even better than your favorite BBQ restaurant.

I am going to fill you in on a wide base of information that will set you on the path to smoking the perfect brisket. I’ll give you all of the little details that make a big difference when it comes to smoking an amazing brisket, and then you are going to try them out on your own. Once you have dialed in the basics, you can start the process of adding in your own flair, flavors, and techniques. There is enough information about how to smoke a brisket to fill several volumes, but I’ll try my best to break down my steps for you. I want you to make better-than-restaurant-quality brisket on your own smoker.

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[stevenrafters]

Susie I've been a cowboy camp cook all my life ( I'm 73) . I have learned so much from your videos. Keep it up and thanks

[robertbernal]

I am thinking of making a brisket for the first time so this video is great and at the right time. Looks very delicious and juicy. Have a wonderful day.

[donf]

The best, simple, easy to follow video I've ever seen on brisket. Soooo many others overcomplicate this cut of meat. I did it jut as you suggested and it turned out amazing!!!! I love all your videos - so well done, so easy. Keep up the awesome content.

[-.Steven]

I used the Hey Grill Hey video to cook my first brisket, turned out Fabulous! I have 2 briskets in my freezer now (got them in sale 😄) and I'm planning to make my father's day dinner with one, my gift to my family. ❤

[-.Steven]

8:15 A designated brisket towel, great idea! 😄

[davekragness]

I know you referred to this as a simple version of a brisket cook...but in reality, there is no reason to make it any more complicated. Some great tips in this video. Thanks!

[bamalaam]

girl i was so scared for my first brisket. but ya made me feel like i knew what i was doing. i appreciate these vids so much!!! ty ty ! keep it up!!!!

[BigDave]

A friend gifted me my first brisket. I have it in the freezer. Was quite nervous but not so much now. Thanks a million for this awesome video. And your hair looks great 👍🏾

[leonarderhardf]

I have been watching Brisket Trim and Cook videos since 2020. This has to be the Best one I have watched. I have watched World Class Pitt Master like Myron Mixon. I Love how you Do it Best!!! The steps are clear and simple.Thank You! you have gained a new subscriber!!!

[TheGunGuy]

Susie, I love how simple you kept this video AND the process of cooking a brisket. It's not rocket science, but so many other BBQ folks like to complicate it. You hit the nail on the head with time and temp being variable depending on the size of brisket, temp of cook, etc... Great job and that brisket looked better than any I've seen on YouTube!

[paullafleuriii]

Watched this with my 7 yo son and (almost) 6 yo daughter on Father’s Day and they wanted to leave a quick comment and tell you ‘hi’!!!!

Also my daughter LOVES your hair!!!

Thanks for helping us work on that perfect brisket!!!

[billb]

Hey, Susie, Hey! Nicely done! You're fast becoming the "Rachel Ray" of BBQ! [I mean that as a compliment!]

[jrmotorsports]

I’ve done 4 or 5 briskets so far, definitely takes a little trial and error. So worth it in the end. My first one was a nightmare, took way longer than expected and we ate LATE that night, lol. I rest in a cooler at least 4 hours. Really helps everything distribute and keeps things juicy. Thanks!

[guybowers]

Great video, Susie. I was amazed at how great a brisket tasted when I did my first one. There are lots of tips and tricks on this one that I will use on my next cook

[mer]

I ruined a brisket once about 10 years ago. I've refined my cooking since then, but these videos a super useful to beginners

[mitchbandalan]

Ok, this 4th of July will be my second attempt at this. So now I re-watched your video (going back and forth), taking notes and I feel ready for this. I have a 11LB packer, untrimmed, that I plan to start smoking at 8pm on Wednesday. The goal is to have this ready by 1pm for our lunch. Wish me luck.

[danoesq]

Good video. I've cook dozens since I started and screwed up a lot in the beginning. One of my favorite ways now is to cook fat side up the whole time, foil boat it for a wrap and rest it for approximately fourteen hours in a low temp oven or cambro at 145 degrees. Equipment for a long rest isn't cheap, but if you get heavily into BBQ it's worth it.

[yalefogarty]

Nice video! Keeps it simple yet covers everything you need to have a great cook. Takes all the intimidation out of it. Hope my next one turns out this sweet looking! Thank You for the great content as always!

[dennispearl]

I sliced up my last brisket - just used salt / pepper / garlic combo. Placed in freezer for bout an hour, then vacuum sealed into several pouches. Great for camping - just place pouches in boiling water for a few minutes.

[Obxcape]

I just tried my THIRD brisket. After the first 2 failures, this one was perfect! Two things I attribute success to? 1) The temperature probe piercing the brisket like it’s butter, and 2) Allowing the brisket AMPLE TIME TO REST in my ‘dedicated’ brisket wrap towel and styrofoam cooler! If you cook it today, plan on eating it TOMORROW! Be patient!