Hey BBQ lovers! Today, we’re diving into another incredible cook from Greg Mrvich over at Ballistic BBQ. In his latest video, he puts the brand new LSG Hybrid Smoker through its paces with a classic 15-pound whole packer brisket, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this.
First Cook Features
Right off the bat, Greg dishes out some serious tech know-how. He starts off this overnight cook in Hybrid Mode at a low and slow temperature of 190°F. This clever setup combines the ease of automated pellet feeding with the robustness of real wood splits—specifically Tanoak, which adds a lovely depth of flavor. And here’s a pro tip: Greg conveniently switches to pellet-only mode before bed. Why? So he can sleep soundly, knowing that the pit is still holding those perfect temps while infusing the brisket with clean wood smoke.
Wrapping Techniques and More
When morning rolls around, it’s time to ramp things up. Greg cranks the smoker to 275°F to get past the stalled phase and develop that rich, dark bark we all crave. And speaking of bark, he tries out his innovative
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