Barbecue Brisket with Homemade Dry Rub

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Beef brisket (flat cut)
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• ½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• ¼ cup Apple cider vinegar
• ½ cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl to create the dry rub.

2. 2

   Pat the brisket dry, then coat it evenly with the dry rub, pressing it into the meat; let it rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Preheat a smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add wood chips of choice.

4. 4

   Place the brisket on the smoker grate, fat side up, and smoke for 4 hours, maintaining temperature.

5. 5

   In a saucepan, whisk together ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce; simmer 5 minutes to form the glaze.

6. 6

   After 4 hours, brush the brisket with half of the glaze, then continue smoking for another 2 hours, brushing with remaining glaze every 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove the brisket when internal temperature reaches 203°F (95°C); let it rest covered for 20 minutes before slicing against the grain.