How long does it take bark to form on brisket?

Chef's answer
The bark does not form during the first few hours, it is a continuous process that I find is usually complete around 180. You can wrap, but I don't recommend it until the bark is formed. I own a barbecue restaurant, and have cook a few thousand briskets myself.
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
The bark does not form during the first few hours, it is a continuous process that I find is usually complete around 180. You can wrap, but I don't recommend it until the bark is formed. I own a barbecue restaurant, and have cook a few thousand briskets myself.
Creating bark is a time consuming process. You have to hold the meat at a low cooking temperature, and you have to cook it for a long time. Bigger cuts of meat can take twelve or more hours sometimes. If you're only smoking your meat for a few hours, you won't get any delicious bark.
Tips for Getting a Good Bark
  • Use a nut wood vs a fruit wood. ...
  • Wrap AFTER a good bark has formed. ...
  • Trim off thick hunks of fat. ...
  • After two hours of smoking, spray or baste every 45 minutes. ...
  • Always put the meat directly on the grill grate. ...
  • Go easy on the amount of sugar you put in your rub.
  • .
    Tips for Getting a Good Bark
  • Use a nut wood vs a fruit wood. ...
  • Wrap AFTER a good bark has formed. ...
  • Trim off thick hunks of fat. ...
  • After two hours of smoking, spray or baste every 45 minutes. ...
  • Always put the meat directly on the grill grate. ...
  • Go easy on the amount of sugar you put in your rub.
  • .
    A few more cooking questions 📍