Title: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Acott on August 25, 2016, 10:57:57 AM
Post by: Acott on August 25, 2016, 10:57:57 AM
Hey guys, I'm on the hunt for some advice,
I plan on smoking some meat but I'm a complete newb. I've watched a ton of youtube videos and picked up what I could but I'm thinking of cheating a little .
Is it be possible to smoke a brisket for 2 hours, wrap it, then move it to the oven for the remaining 9 or so hours at a low heat?
Also, I don't own a smoker yet, was looking to spend €100 - €150, any recommendations?
I plan on smoking some meat but I'm a complete newb. I've watched a ton of youtube videos and picked up what I could but I'm thinking of cheating a little .
Is it be possible to smoke a brisket for 2 hours, wrap it, then move it to the oven for the remaining 9 or so hours at a low heat?
Also, I don't own a smoker yet, was looking to spend €100 - €150, any recommendations?
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: nigel_c on August 25, 2016, 04:15:43 PM
Post by: nigel_c on August 25, 2016, 04:15:43 PM
http://homebrewmaniaireland.com/collections/smokers-accessories
They also offer a members discount.
They also offer a members discount.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: ronniedeb on August 25, 2016, 05:08:35 PM
Post by: ronniedeb on August 25, 2016, 05:08:35 PM
I've done this with Pork Shoulder and Ribs, so dont see why it would be a problem. You wouldnt want smoke on it for much more than 2 hours anyway.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Acott on August 26, 2016, 08:34:36 AM
Post by: Acott on August 26, 2016, 08:34:36 AM
Nice one, I think my major concern is being able to keep the correct temp over 9 hours in a cheap smoker,
also I've no cover in my back garden and we all know what the Irish weather is like!
also I've no cover in my back garden and we all know what the Irish weather is like!
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: aweisse on August 26, 2016, 09:47:12 AM
Post by: aweisse on August 26, 2016, 09:47:12 AM
Great supplier and they deliver as well, been using them for years.
http://www.weschenfelder.co.uk/butchers-equipment/food-smoking/machines.html
http://www.weschenfelder.co.uk/butchers-equipment/food-smoking/machines.html
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: eanna on August 26, 2016, 10:23:03 AM
Post by: eanna on August 26, 2016, 10:23:03 AM
I have a big poppa smokers diy kit but the homebrew mania one looks attractive too. I havnt tried brisket because of the time commitment, but 9 hours seems short from what I've read online.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: helmet on August 26, 2016, 11:32:55 AM
Post by: helmet on August 26, 2016, 11:32:55 AM
Quote from: Acott on August 26, 2016, 08:34:36 AMWell Aidan, if you go with homebrewmania I work in Balbriggan where they're based, so could pick it up for you.
Nice one, I think my major concern is being able to keep the correct temp over 9 hours in a cheap smoker,
also I've no cover in my back garden and we all know what the Irish weather is like!
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: danger_zone on August 26, 2016, 11:43:11 AM
Post by: danger_zone on August 26, 2016, 11:43:11 AM
Have you tried building one Aidan. I remember watching Jaime Oliver show and his mate Jimmy built one for about €60 euro. There's also a few YouTube videos for building simple ones using terracotta garden pots I think
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Pheeel on August 26, 2016, 01:52:38 PM
Post by: Pheeel on August 26, 2016, 01:52:38 PM
That Bradley smoker. Drooollll
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: irish_goat on August 26, 2016, 02:37:08 PM
Post by: irish_goat on August 26, 2016, 02:37:08 PM
Just steal a filing cabinet from the office. :D
(http://i.imgur.com/QRvtbpJ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QRvtbpJ.jpg)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Acott on August 26, 2016, 03:13:53 PM
Post by: Acott on August 26, 2016, 03:13:53 PM
I seen these bradley smokers, table top job for €250 - more than I wanted to spend, though very tempting! As it's very handy and you could smoke in your house!
https://www.donedeal.ie/hobbies-for-sale/bradley-food-smoking-equipment/8245690
Yeah I think 12 hours or something, it's just keeping the temp for that long is my worry
Cheers Dan, It's very tempting, looks like a good job...wish I could find out more about it!
https://www.donedeal.ie/hobbies-for-sale/bradley-food-smoking-equipment/8245690
Quote from: eanna on August 26, 2016, 10:23:03 AM
I havnt tried brisket because of the time commitment, but 9 hours seems short from what I've read online.
Yeah I think 12 hours or something, it's just keeping the temp for that long is my worry
Quote from: helmet on August 26, 2016, 11:32:55 AM
Well Aidan, if you go with homebrewmania I work in Balbriggan where they're based, so could pick it up for you.
Cheers Dan, It's very tempting, looks like a good job...wish I could find out more about it!
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: lordstilton on August 29, 2016, 07:35:40 PM
Post by: lordstilton on August 29, 2016, 07:35:40 PM
If your gonna smoke it then finish in the oven try get it three ours on the smoker..most advice out there is the meat will not take on any more smoke flavour after three hours...go easy on the wood...you dont want it to taste of bonfire...i usually put three chunks in first hour and one every hour for three hours after that...if using mesquite only put two in the first hour..its got a strong flavour
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 07:47:21 AM
Post by: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 07:47:21 AM
http://bigpoppasmokers.co.uk/
Ive built two of those. Epic. Hold temp like a champ & very efficient on charcoal. Deadly for overnight smoking as they dont need any babysitting.
Ive built two of those. Epic. Hold temp like a champ & very efficient on charcoal. Deadly for overnight smoking as they dont need any babysitting.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: oblivious on August 30, 2016, 08:44:14 AM
Post by: oblivious on August 30, 2016, 08:44:14 AM
Quote from: nigel_c on August 25, 2016, 04:15:43 PM
http://homebrewmaniaireland.com/collections/smokers-accessories
They also offer a members discount.
Nigel do you have one or used on of these?
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: oblivious on August 30, 2016, 08:48:04 AM
Post by: oblivious on August 30, 2016, 08:48:04 AM
Anyone use the Brinkmann smoker, look good value?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brinkmann-Smoker-Double-Grill-Garden/dp/B000LNTPIO/ref=sr_1_9?s=dvd&ie=UTF8&qid=1472543209&sr=8-9&keywords=bbq+smoker
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brinkmann-Smoker-Double-Grill-Garden/dp/B000LNTPIO/ref=sr_1_9?s=dvd&ie=UTF8&qid=1472543209&sr=8-9&keywords=bbq+smoker
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Acott on August 30, 2016, 09:06:46 AM
Post by: Acott on August 30, 2016, 09:06:46 AM
Quote from: oblivious on August 30, 2016, 08:48:04 AM
Anyone use the Brinkmann smoker, look good value?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brinkmann-Smoker-Double-Grill-Garden/dp/B000LNTPIO/ref=sr_1_9?s=dvd&ie=UTF8&qid=1472543209&sr=8-9&keywords=bbq+smoker
That's the one that caught my eye!
The one from Home brew mania, I would like to hear some reviews...but I can't find anything online!
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 10:58:00 AM
Post by: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 10:58:00 AM
I had a brinkmann gourmet smoker before my UDS. It needed a few modifications to see it operate right. Fire gasket tape all over, new fuel basket, made feet for it, fire rope & high heat sealer on the lid, thermometers, air vents on lid & bottom.
This lad has a good guide here http://ecb.chasefryer.com/
This lad has a good guide here http://ecb.chasefryer.com/
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Bubbles on August 30, 2016, 10:58:14 AM
Post by: Bubbles on August 30, 2016, 10:58:14 AM
If you want the "rolls royce" option, you could do worse than the Weber Smokey Mountain.
http://www.weber.com/grills/series/smokers/smc-smoker-18
I've had my eye on one of these beauties for a while now, but I haven't pushed the button yet. 3 different sizes available. They get great reviews and hold their heat extremely well due to the quality of the design/seals. Do some googling on them.
That are available in Ireland, but aren't normally stocked in the same places that sell Weber grills, though Weber stockists can easily order them in. I've made enquiries before.
http://www.weber.com/grills/series/smokers/smc-smoker-18
I've had my eye on one of these beauties for a while now, but I haven't pushed the button yet. 3 different sizes available. They get great reviews and hold their heat extremely well due to the quality of the design/seals. Do some googling on them.
That are available in Ireland, but aren't normally stocked in the same places that sell Weber grills, though Weber stockists can easily order them in. I've made enquiries before.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: molc on August 30, 2016, 11:18:58 AM
Post by: molc on August 30, 2016, 11:18:58 AM
Anyone ever looked at a greenbigegg.com? Friends in Canada have them and think they're the mutts nuts.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Bubbles on August 30, 2016, 11:37:08 AM
Post by: Bubbles on August 30, 2016, 11:37:08 AM
Quote from: molc on August 30, 2016, 11:18:58 AM
Anyone ever looked at a greenbigegg.com? Friends in Canada have them and think they're the mutts nuts.
Very expensive! Not even sure they're available in Ireland.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on August 30, 2016, 11:51:41 AM
Post by: Leann ull on August 30, 2016, 11:51:41 AM
Distributor is limerick based but has a location in Glasthule
https://aroomoutside.ie/product-category/default-category/big-green-egg/
They used to publish prices but its negotiable, good time to buy one ;D
This is really the size you want
http://shop.biggreenegg.co.uk/bundle/317
https://aroomoutside.ie/product-category/default-category/big-green-egg/
They used to publish prices but its negotiable, good time to buy one ;D
This is really the size you want
http://shop.biggreenegg.co.uk/bundle/317
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 11:54:40 AM
Post by: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 11:54:40 AM
Kamodo do similar. Small ones are affordable. http://tinyurl.com/gro9nqe
If yer half way handy with some power tools though a UDS is the way to go. Lots of builds here for inspiration: https://www.facebook.com/groups/250471182623/
If yer half way handy with some power tools though a UDS is the way to go. Lots of builds here for inspiration: https://www.facebook.com/groups/250471182623/
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on August 30, 2016, 12:08:29 PM
Post by: Leann ull on August 30, 2016, 12:08:29 PM
Found the one I want, probably about 30% cheaper than green egg
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KLARSTEIN-KINGSIZE-KAMADO-BLACK-EGG-CERAMIC-GRILL-OVEN-21-SMOKER-SLOW-COOKING-/311652467312?hash=item488fef4270:g:7AIAAOSwIgNXvEjr
But as I am a fettler, that site has given me the dribbles
these sorts of barrels ok?
https://www.donedeal.ie/equestrian-for-sale/steel-drums/12636468
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KLARSTEIN-KINGSIZE-KAMADO-BLACK-EGG-CERAMIC-GRILL-OVEN-21-SMOKER-SLOW-COOKING-/311652467312?hash=item488fef4270:g:7AIAAOSwIgNXvEjr
But as I am a fettler, that site has given me the dribbles
these sorts of barrels ok?
https://www.donedeal.ie/equestrian-for-sale/steel-drums/12636468
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 12:11:35 PM
Post by: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 12:11:35 PM
Got a few from a farmer who collects spent grain from work. They need burning out & half day of grinding with a wire brush.
If I was to make another Id buy a new stainless steel barrel from Quitmann O Neill in Portumna. I mailed them before & got no reply. Probably as I only wanted one. Maybe a group buy on stainless steel barrels for smoker builds? :)
If I was to make another Id buy a new stainless steel barrel from Quitmann O Neill in Portumna. I mailed them before & got no reply. Probably as I only wanted one. Maybe a group buy on stainless steel barrels for smoker builds? :)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Bubbles on August 30, 2016, 01:19:06 PM
Post by: Bubbles on August 30, 2016, 01:19:06 PM
Quote from: CH on August 30, 2016, 11:51:41 AM
Distributor is limerick based but has a location in Glasthule
https://aroomoutside.ie/product-category/default-category/big-green-egg/
They used to publish prices but its negotiable, good time to buy one ;D
This is really the size you want
http://shop.biggreenegg.co.uk/bundle/317
Jesus, they're shockin' money dude.. ???
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: oblivious on August 30, 2016, 01:51:41 PM
Post by: oblivious on August 30, 2016, 01:51:41 PM
Quote from: Bubbles on August 30, 2016, 10:58:14 AM
If you want the "rolls royce" option, you could do worse than the Weber Smokey Mountain.
http://www.weber.com/grills/series/smokers/smc-smoker-18
I've had my eye on one of these beauties for a while now, but I haven't pushed the button yet. 3 different sizes available. They get great reviews and hold their heat extremely well due to the quality of the design/seals. Do some googling on them.
That are available in Ireland, but aren't normally stocked in the same places that sell Weber grills, though Weber stockists can easily order them in. I've made enquiries before.
Thank you :)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: nigel_c on August 30, 2016, 03:54:46 PM
Post by: nigel_c on August 30, 2016, 03:54:46 PM
Quote from: oblivious on August 30, 2016, 08:44:14 AMQuote from: nigel_c on August 25, 2016, 04:15:43 PM
http://homebrewmaniaireland.com/collections/smokers-accessories
They also offer a members discount.
Nigel do you have one or used on of these?
No just spotted it the other day.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jonnycheech on August 30, 2016, 06:33:33 PM
Post by: Jonnycheech on August 30, 2016, 06:33:33 PM
Those BPS look the business!
I bought one of these a few months back. I got the old model from a UK company that was selling them off cheap as they were shifting them before the new stock arrived. Think I paid about €200 for it. It's similar to the Weber but a fair bit cheaper.
http://www.macsbbq.com/hot-smokers/frontier_elite
I bought one of these a few months back. I got the old model from a UK company that was selling them off cheap as they were shifting them before the new stock arrived. Think I paid about €200 for it. It's similar to the Weber but a fair bit cheaper.
http://www.macsbbq.com/hot-smokers/frontier_elite
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: googoomuck on September 01, 2016, 12:02:03 PM
Post by: googoomuck on September 01, 2016, 12:02:03 PM
Gonna pick up two of those barrels this evening, the lady selling them is close to me. I'll post pics later if ya like CH? Looked at "Daddy Cooks" how to video on YouTube and was inspired to build a uds. Where would you pick up the expanded metal sheeting here? Can only find galvanized sheets online.
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Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: lordstilton on September 01, 2016, 03:04:10 PM
Post by: lordstilton on September 01, 2016, 03:04:10 PM
I've a 47 webber smokey mountain...its a great piece of kit...However after seeing eanna's BDS in action if I was making a first time purchase I'd differently go that route instead of the smokey mountain
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Bubbles on September 01, 2016, 03:20:18 PM
Post by: Bubbles on September 01, 2016, 03:20:18 PM
Quote from: lordstilton on September 01, 2016, 03:04:10 PM
I've a 47 webber smokey mountain...its a great piece of kit...However after seeing eanna's BDS in action if I was making a first time purchase I'd differently go that route instead of the smokey mountain
This is the 18" model? If you were to buy a SM again, would you get the same size again, or go for the bigger/smaller model?
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: lordstilton on September 01, 2016, 08:30:56 PM
Post by: lordstilton on September 01, 2016, 08:30:56 PM
Yep it's the 18"..mid sized one.. It's perfect for feeding a family but not so good if entertaining.. I can smoke four large racks at a time.. Five at a push.. Takes a full shoulder no bother.. I've got it nearly 8 years and at the time they didn't produce the 22"..if I had the choice I would of gone bigger.. I regularly borrow a 22" and I'd like to have the extra space..definitely wouldn't go the smaller model .heres the two side by side
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/9/8164/29101867630_db4627ea65_z.jpg)
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/9/8164/29101867630_db4627ea65_z.jpg)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Bazza on September 02, 2016, 09:21:51 AM
Post by: Bazza on September 02, 2016, 09:21:51 AM
(just as an aside, LS, you're a brave man growing bamboo in your back garden. It took me 3 years to get rid of the stuff from our garden, and after that it just moved next door and now laughs at us over the neighbour's hedge)
-Barry
-Barry
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: lordstilton on September 02, 2016, 10:13:39 AM
Post by: lordstilton on September 02, 2016, 10:13:39 AM
I put it in pots and out the pots in the ground... Same with the mint at the back
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Bubbles on September 02, 2016, 10:17:11 AM
Post by: Bubbles on September 02, 2016, 10:17:11 AM
Quote from: lordstilton on September 01, 2016, 08:30:56 PM
Yep it's the 18"..mid sized one.. It's perfect for feeding a family but not so good if entertaining.. I can smoke four large racks at a time.. Five at a push.. Takes a full shoulder no bother.. I've got it nearly 8 years and at the time they didn't produce the 22"..if I had the choice I would of gone bigger.. I regularly borrow a 22" and I'd like to have the extra space..definitely wouldn't go the smaller model .heres the two side by side
Cheers. That's some collection of Weber gear you have assembled there! :)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 06, 2016, 02:45:51 PM
Post by: Jacob on September 06, 2016, 02:45:51 PM
Quote from: Hop Bomb on August 30, 2016, 12:11:35 PM
Maybe a group buy on stainless steel barrels for smoker builds? :)
Count me in for at least one :)
Title: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on September 06, 2016, 04:13:27 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 06, 2016, 04:13:27 PM
Saw a guy in Twitter advertising a true Irish produced charcoal and also has the agency for them,
http://www.irishcharcoal.com/
process to make the drums looked labour intensive
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160906/5fcfcf7d5390f14d795927cc9f268e58.jpg)
but finished product looked amazing.
He is selling kits for 195
http://www.irishcharcoal.com/
process to make the drums looked labour intensive
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160906/5fcfcf7d5390f14d795927cc9f268e58.jpg)
but finished product looked amazing.
He is selling kits for 195
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: googoomuck on September 06, 2016, 09:12:29 PM
Post by: googoomuck on September 06, 2016, 09:12:29 PM
Quote from: CH on September 06, 2016, 04:13:27 PMBurning out a barrel as I type here (for the second time), going to get a wire brush for the angle grinder over the weekend and give it a good going over. Those barrels in your previous link are perfect. Cheers for the heads up.
Saw a guy in Twitter advertising a true Irish produced charcoal and also has the agency for them,
http://www.irishcharcoal.com/
process to make the drums looked labour intensive
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160906/5fcfcf7d5390f14d795927cc9f268e58.jpg)
but finished product looked amazing.
He is selling kits for 195
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Title: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on September 06, 2016, 09:36:47 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 06, 2016, 09:36:47 PM
No worries I just looked at one of their vids and they look easy enough to do once you have em burnt off. What type of paint do you coat them with afterwards?
Lidl or Aldi had wire brushes for drills you just need their grinder for them tho
Lidl or Aldi had wire brushes for drills you just need their grinder for them tho
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: googoomuck on September 07, 2016, 10:52:15 AM
Post by: googoomuck on September 07, 2016, 10:52:15 AM
Cool I'll head to lidl and aldi this afternoon so. I'm thinking of using stove spray paint to finish it off.
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Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 11:51:00 AM
Post by: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 11:51:00 AM
Quote from: CH on September 06, 2016, 04:13:27 PM
He is selling kits for 195
Kits? What type of kits, have you got a link?
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: googoomuck on September 07, 2016, 11:53:59 AM
Post by: googoomuck on September 07, 2016, 11:53:59 AM
It's the big poppa smokers kit, can't find the link on their website but it's this. https://www.bigpoppasmokers.com/big-poppa-s-engineered-drum-smoker-kit
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Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 11:58:16 AM
Post by: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 11:58:16 AM
Quote from: googoomuck on September 07, 2016, 11:53:59 AM
It's the big poppa smokers kit, can't find the link on their website but it's this. https://www.bigpoppasmokers.com/big-poppa-s-engineered-drum-smoker-kit
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Ah ok, yeah I'd buy that directly unless the postage from the US makes it stupid money.
I'd love to see a local link if there is one.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Oh Crap on September 07, 2016, 12:15:23 PM
Post by: Oh Crap on September 07, 2016, 12:15:23 PM
Quote from: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 11:58:16 AMGroup buy 😁😁Quote from: googoomuck on September 07, 2016, 11:53:59 AM
It's the big poppa smokers kit, can't find the link on their website but it's this. https://www.bigpoppasmokers.com/big-poppa-s-engineered-drum-smoker-kit
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Ah ok, yeah I'd buy that directly unless the postage from the US makes it stupid money.
I'd love to see a local link if there is one.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 07, 2016, 12:37:03 PM
Post by: Jacob on September 07, 2016, 12:37:03 PM
Anyone going to Wexford any time soon? :)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on September 07, 2016, 12:50:10 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 07, 2016, 12:50:10 PM
Quote from: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 11:58:16 AM
I'd love to see a local link if there is one.
http://bigpoppasmokers.co.uk/BIG-POPPA-SMOKERS-DRUMSMOKER-KIT
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 07, 2016, 12:56:25 PM
Post by: Jacob on September 07, 2016, 12:56:25 PM
Those guys are in Bray and selling drums as well. Not sure if can get just one ...
http://www.industrialpackaging.ie/
http://www.industrialpackaging.ie/
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 01:09:50 PM
Post by: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 01:09:50 PM
Quote from: Jacob on September 07, 2016, 12:37:03 PM
Anyone going to Wexford any time soon? :)
I will be next month. I'll be picking up one of those barrels. I might be able to get another one or two into the estate if I drop the back seats.....
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 01:10:59 PM
Post by: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 01:10:59 PM
Quote from: CH on September 07, 2016, 12:50:10 PMQuote from: Eoin on September 07, 2016, 11:58:16 AM
I'd love to see a local link if there is one.
http://bigpoppasmokers.co.uk/BIG-POPPA-SMOKERS-DRUMSMOKER-KIT
Ah yeah, I know that one, I was looking for someone locally who's already done the importation to see if they can make postage reasonable, that said I haven't checked postage yet.
Ahh reading again, I can see it's .co.uk, nice one CH.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 07, 2016, 01:16:21 PM
Post by: Jacob on September 07, 2016, 01:16:21 PM
and it's 12gbp for postage to ireland.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on September 07, 2016, 07:40:37 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 07, 2016, 07:40:37 PM
Was thinking parcel motel from uk not sure size of the package
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: eanna on September 07, 2016, 10:35:04 PM
Post by: eanna on September 07, 2016, 10:35:04 PM
Quote from: CH on September 07, 2016, 07:40:37 PM
Was thinking parcel motel from uk not sure size of the package
I got mine through parcel motel. Had to collect in their depot in finglas as it was too large for the boxes. I also got an extra rack for it on Hop Bombs recommendation. He was spot on with that idea.
For paint I used 3 cans of matte BBQ spray paint. Gloss would have been better I'd imagine.
I'm smoking for the Liffey brewers this weekend, I'll try to take a few pics.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on September 07, 2016, 11:06:52 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 07, 2016, 11:06:52 PM
Cheers
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Acott on September 08, 2016, 08:27:58 AM
Post by: Acott on September 08, 2016, 08:27:58 AM
Lads, how are ye smoking in the winter months? Do you still smoke or do you just wait out winter? I imagine keeping temps is a PITA!
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Eoin on September 08, 2016, 08:53:03 AM
Post by: Eoin on September 08, 2016, 08:53:03 AM
http://www.adverts.ie/other-home-garden/restaurant-grade-lumpwood-charcoal/9297801
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 08:56:45 AM
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 08:56:45 AM
https://www.donedeal.ie/heating-for-sale/restaurant-grade-lumpwood-charcoal-ireland-2-kg/12250343
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 11:43:49 AM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 11:43:49 AM
BPS is sold out. I just bought the same kit from Bristol Drum Smokers on twitter. I think he is the one buying up all the BPS kits.
Im putting one together for a mates wedding present this weekend. Lucky to have a virgin unlined & unpainted barrel this time round so no need for the extra days work burning & grinding off lining & paint.
You dont need to buy a kit to make a ugly drum smoker. Just look at their facebook page for inspiration. Everything you need can be bought at the hardware shop & some old bbqs
Anyone any interest in stainless steel new barrels? If we can get a few im sure a supplier would sell us a few.
Im putting one together for a mates wedding present this weekend. Lucky to have a virgin unlined & unpainted barrel this time round so no need for the extra days work burning & grinding off lining & paint.
You dont need to buy a kit to make a ugly drum smoker. Just look at their facebook page for inspiration. Everything you need can be bought at the hardware shop & some old bbqs
Anyone any interest in stainless steel new barrels? If we can get a few im sure a supplier would sell us a few.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: googoomuck on September 08, 2016, 11:48:04 AM
Post by: googoomuck on September 08, 2016, 11:48:04 AM
@irishcharcoal on Twitter have some kits available.
I live close to the lady selling the drums in Wexford. I can pick one up for you and store if ya like. I'm getting married tomorrow though so I won't get over to her for a while with the honeymoon.
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I live close to the lady selling the drums in Wexford. I can pick one up for you and store if ya like. I'm getting married tomorrow though so I won't get over to her for a while with the honeymoon.
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Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 11:48:28 AM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 11:48:28 AM
Quote from: Acott on September 08, 2016, 08:27:58 AM
Lads, how are ye smoking in the winter months? Do you still smoke or do you just wait out winter? I imagine keeping temps is a PITA!
Wind is the only issue. It needs shelter so you dont burn through your fuel too quick. Never had issues maintaining temp even in heavy rain & cold.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 11:52:19 AM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 11:52:19 AM
Quote from: googoomuck on September 08, 2016, 11:48:04 AM
@irishcharcoal on Twitter have some kits available.
I live close to the lady selling the drums in Wexford. I can pick one up for you and store if ya like. I'm getting married tomorrow though so I won't get over to her for a while with the honeymoon.
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Does the lady have new stainless steel unlined barrels?
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: googoomuck on September 08, 2016, 11:56:00 AM
Post by: googoomuck on September 08, 2016, 11:56:00 AM
No, all lined. In your experience how many burns did it take to remove liner? I've done two, but I don't think my fires were big enough. Outside is paint free, inside is patchy.
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Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 12:01:16 PM
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 12:01:16 PM
Posted already but:
http://www.industrialpackaging.ie/
Combi Drums / Dual UN
Can be supplied plain or lacquered internally
http://www.industrialpackaging.ie/
Combi Drums / Dual UN
Can be supplied plain or lacquered internally
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 12:07:45 PM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 12:07:45 PM
One massive fire. Pallet wood to start, any 2x4s I could lay my hands on + a net of oak logs in on top. Then hit it pretty hard with the wire brush grinder attachment. When the whole thing was put together I did a smoke with no meat on to season it.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Eoin on September 08, 2016, 12:14:33 PM
Post by: Eoin on September 08, 2016, 12:14:33 PM
Quote from: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 11:43:49 AM
Anyone any interest in stainless steel new barrels? If we can get a few im sure a supplier would sell us a few.
I'd be interested, price dependent.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 12:17:30 PM
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 12:17:30 PM
Quote from: Eoin on September 08, 2016, 12:14:33 PMQuote from: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 11:43:49 AM
Anyone any interest in stainless steel new barrels? If we can get a few im sure a supplier would sell us a few.
I'd be interested, price dependent.
Me too.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: aweisse on September 08, 2016, 01:37:38 PM
Post by: aweisse on September 08, 2016, 01:37:38 PM
im in as well
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Acott on September 08, 2016, 02:55:14 PM
Post by: Acott on September 08, 2016, 02:55:14 PM
I smell a group buy!
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: googoomuck on September 08, 2016, 02:55:55 PM
Post by: googoomuck on September 08, 2016, 02:55:55 PM
Quote from: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 12:07:45 PMHad a decent fire with bits of pallets, old garden furniture and a set of headboards off old bunk beds. Definitely will go again with some logs too, it needed something extra. Cheers.
One massive fire. Pallet wood to start, any 2x4s I could lay my hands on + a net of oak logs in on top. Then hit it pretty hard with the wire brush grinder attachment. When the whole thing was put together I did a smoke with no meat on to season it.
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Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 03:05:03 PM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 03:05:03 PM
Rang Quitmann O Neill.
300e a piece for tight head stainless steel barrel.
600e a piece for open top clasp lid stainless steel barrel.
34e a piece for mild steel barrel, no liner & waterbased paint job on outside (would burn off easy).
300e a piece for tight head stainless steel barrel.
600e a piece for open top clasp lid stainless steel barrel.
34e a piece for mild steel barrel, no liner & waterbased paint job on outside (would burn off easy).
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 03:09:38 PM
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 03:09:38 PM
Is that one for 34e going to do the job?
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 03:22:35 PM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 03:22:35 PM
Yeah they'd be fine. At least you know their virgin barrels, have no liner & werent ex oil drums or something. You would need to prime the outside & spray with high temp paint to stop it from rusting prematurely. It will eventually start to pit & rust though, they all do. Hence the search for an affordable stainless steel barrel.
Few lads on done deal with cheap used barrels that might suit too depending on your location etc.
Few lads on done deal with cheap used barrels that might suit too depending on your location etc.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 03:29:53 PM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 08, 2016, 03:29:53 PM
This lad has nice looking drums for 50 pound free p&p to UK postcode - parcel motel job & just pick up at the depot.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/205-LITRE-45-GALLON-BRAND-NEW-STEEL-DRUM-BARREL-CONTAINER-FOR-BBQ-SMOKER-/301719679742?var=600553439799&hash=item463fe4f2fe:m:m_tTVkzcJ8cO5U5ROf33Tng
No burn or elbow grease needed. Just drill & fit your hardwear. You'd be smoking 5 hours later
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/205-LITRE-45-GALLON-BRAND-NEW-STEEL-DRUM-BARREL-CONTAINER-FOR-BBQ-SMOKER-/301719679742?var=600553439799&hash=item463fe4f2fe:m:m_tTVkzcJ8cO5U5ROf33Tng
No burn or elbow grease needed. Just drill & fit your hardwear. You'd be smoking 5 hours later
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 03:31:44 PM
Post by: Jacob on September 08, 2016, 03:31:44 PM
Nice find!
Edit:
On the second look it does not look as good.
Drum dims are 60x60x90 - 10kg.
ParcelMotel charge is 49e for a parcel that big :(
Edit:
On the second look it does not look as good.
Drum dims are 60x60x90 - 10kg.
ParcelMotel charge is 49e for a parcel that big :(
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Eoin on September 09, 2016, 08:21:38 AM
Post by: Eoin on September 09, 2016, 08:21:38 AM
Ok, so back to going to Wexford and buying one for 8 euros then.
Jacob, I'll be going down sometime after payday, If anyone else is interested let me know, I'll check the dimensions in my estate and see how many I can fit in the back, I suspect I'll get between three and four in.
Jacob, I'll be going down sometime after payday, If anyone else is interested let me know, I'll check the dimensions in my estate and see how many I can fit in the back, I suspect I'll get between three and four in.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Eoin on September 11, 2016, 12:46:10 PM
Post by: Eoin on September 11, 2016, 12:46:10 PM
Someone here might be interested in this, the price seems to be ok
http://www.adverts.ie/small-kitchen-appliances/bradley-countertop-compact-smoker/11312161
http://www.adverts.ie/small-kitchen-appliances/bradley-countertop-compact-smoker/11312161
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: lordstilton on September 11, 2016, 04:31:23 PM
Post by: lordstilton on September 11, 2016, 04:31:23 PM
Only thing with Bradley smokers is you have to buy the wood pellet discs off them.. If they ever go under you'll not get the fuel.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 12, 2016, 08:16:10 AM
Post by: Jacob on September 12, 2016, 08:16:10 AM
Was interested in Bradley till read may reviews saying that heat element is the weakest link of that construction and have to be replaced very often.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 14, 2016, 10:30:22 AM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 14, 2016, 10:30:22 AM
I put this together yesterday eve for mates wedding gift. 3 hours work. No burn out needed on the barrel as its unpainted & unlined.
(http://i67.tinypic.com/zluntg.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/jht0g9.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/zluntg.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/jht0g9.jpg)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Jacob on September 14, 2016, 11:03:27 AM
Post by: Jacob on September 14, 2016, 11:03:27 AM
Where did u got that drum?
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: aweisse on September 14, 2016, 11:51:47 AM
Post by: aweisse on September 14, 2016, 11:51:47 AM
Lovely Job, and a great present to recieve.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: oblivious on September 14, 2016, 12:03:39 PM
Post by: oblivious on September 14, 2016, 12:03:39 PM
Very nice :)
Title: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on September 14, 2016, 12:30:37 PM
Post by: Leann ull on September 14, 2016, 12:30:37 PM
Very shiny
Three hours?, what were you doing for the other 2 hours
? I bet there was beer involved
https://youtu.be/VuReRs-8pJs
Three hours?, what were you doing for the other 2 hours
? I bet there was beer involved https://youtu.be/VuReRs-8pJs
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: DEMPSEY on September 14, 2016, 04:01:45 PM
Post by: DEMPSEY on September 14, 2016, 04:01:45 PM
That's the kit Eanna has on his smoker. This is his one being used last Saturday in the lower garden ;)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 15, 2016, 11:41:39 AM
Post by: Hop Bomb on September 15, 2016, 11:41:39 AM
Quote from: CH on September 14, 2016, 12:30:37 PM
Very shiny
Three hours?, what were you doing for the other 2 hours
https://youtu.be/VuReRs-8pJs
It was a tight top barrel so had to grind it off very carefully so I could still use it for the lid & that it'd seal properly. That alone took an hour & 3 grinder discs.
Its an ex glycol barrel. Came in with the new brew kit at GBB. The minute it was emptied I hid it :)
Title: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on October 01, 2016, 04:54:11 PM
Post by: Leann ull on October 01, 2016, 04:54:11 PM
Yer man is really banging them out
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161001/0ab35300b92ec930519f05394377e64b.png)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161001/0ab35300b92ec930519f05394377e64b.png)
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: oblivious on October 01, 2016, 08:39:03 PM
Post by: oblivious on October 01, 2016, 08:39:03 PM
Hes looking 380 form them
Title: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on October 01, 2016, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: Leann ull on October 01, 2016, 09:24:00 PM
Ouch, I spose there is a bit of work in them though
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Oh Crap on October 17, 2016, 06:53:51 PM
Post by: Oh Crap on October 17, 2016, 06:53:51 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161017/4909a979a22d4d24fe448f1e2319cc76.jpg)
Would this be a suitable type of barrel to convert?
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Would this be a suitable type of barrel to convert?
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Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Leann ull on October 17, 2016, 06:59:53 PM
Post by: Leann ull on October 17, 2016, 06:59:53 PM
Does that say Viagra on the side?
Looks good you just have to burn the shit out of that blue paint and scour it off with a drill and wire brush.
Looks good you just have to burn the shit out of that blue paint and scour it off with a drill and wire brush.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: Oh Crap on October 17, 2016, 07:14:13 PM
Post by: Oh Crap on October 17, 2016, 07:14:13 PM
Quote from: CH on October 17, 2016, 06:59:53 PMSsssshh it's a sideline...
Does that say Viagra on the side?
Looks good you just have to burn the shit out of that blue paint and scour it off with a drill and wire brush.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: DrunkenMonkey on October 22, 2016, 12:45:27 AM
Post by: DrunkenMonkey on October 22, 2016, 12:45:27 AM
has anyone ordered off www.industrialpackaging.ie? would love to know the price and how they got on with the build.
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: ipa-drinker on January 05, 2017, 10:48:14 AM
Post by: ipa-drinker on January 05, 2017, 10:48:14 AM
hi this is the one I have got it from ebay grate smoker
good price does the job grate
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-Electric-Smoker-Fish-Smoker-Meat-Smoker-by-outdoorcook-co-uk-/182404704871?hash=item2a782aea67:g:YNsAAOSw9IpXyC8e
or you could get one of these
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/food-smoker-smokehouse-smoker-smoking-house-bbq-and-smoker-/262779815588?hash=item3d2ee5c6a4:g:YWwAAOSwo0JWLTB1
good price does the job grate
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-Electric-Smoker-Fish-Smoker-Meat-Smoker-by-outdoorcook-co-uk-/182404704871?hash=item2a782aea67:g:YNsAAOSw9IpXyC8e
or you could get one of these
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/food-smoker-smokehouse-smoker-smoking-house-bbq-and-smoker-/262779815588?hash=item3d2ee5c6a4:g:YWwAAOSwo0JWLTB1
Title: Re: First time smoking meat : need advice
Post by: cruiscinlan on January 06, 2017, 01:01:00 PM
Post by: cruiscinlan on January 06, 2017, 01:01:00 PM
Quote from: Oh Crap on October 17, 2016, 06:53:51 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161017/4909a979a22d4d24fe448f1e2319cc76.jpg)
Would this be a suitable type of barrel to convert?
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Is this a mild steel or a stainless barrel?