Just got my first smoker

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(01-28-2021, 12:17 PM)michaelsean Wrote: Yeah it seems everyone wraps pork butt in foil. I always wonder how much rub actually contributes to a pork butt because once you shred it only the pieces that have the outer bark will have it on them. Salt will penetrate, but not most other things.

I’m basically interested in brisket, pork butt and ribs, but brisket is what I really like doing as of now, but who knows how that will change over the years?

I question how big of a role the rub truly plays on the pulled pork, though I am less inclined to douse it in sauce and try to appreciate the natural flavor with maybe a little vinegar based sauce on top.