Expert: BBQ Woman - 12/27/2007

Question
I own a smoker and a gas grill. I would like to smoke or grill a boston pork butt for the first time. Which would you recommend. Could you give me some pointers for both. I make my own spice rubs, but do you have a marinade that you could share with me. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks

Answer
Its really just a matter of personal preference. I like it both ways. Gas is always easier as there isn't as much to it and you wont have to maintain a fire. A smoker is good when you have the time to incorporate that smokey flavor that you get with a wood fire and wood chips. If you read some of my other posts you will see how I describe cooking a Boston butt.
As far as marinades go I am so hooked on this new one from a company called www.weewillys.com and its called Cuban mojo. I also do my own marinades which actually you could use with any of your rubs. The marinade itself is just apple juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, sugar, and a little bit of water. Like all marinades and pork butt you get better results when you use an injector or poke holes in it with a fork and letting it sit in the marinade overnight. The next day you would use your dry rub. If you have more questions feel free to ask.
Happy Grilling
Regards,
Misty