Hickory wood

[Wade G]

Before I have been using a bag of Weber Fire Spice, which are nothing more than chunks of hickory. But a buddy had a hickory fall in his yard, and gave me about a cord of wood. it has been sitting, stacked outside in the elements for some time. it has turned grey, even.

Could i use that for smoke wood, or is that a bad idea.

As I type this, it seems like a bad idea. Thoughts?

 

[Brian L.]

As long as it's not rotten or full of bugs it should be good. How old is it? If it's really old and dry it might be pretty weak flavor wise.

 

[Dale Perry]

If the wood is hard, it will be perfect.
I wouldnt hesitate to use it.
DP

 

[Mike Saunders]

For years my father used hickory nuts.

The nut has more flavor then the wood. Soak em in water overnight before using and just chunk a few on the coals.

WOnderful flavor.

PS.....dont try it with pecans. Nasty.........

Mikeeeeeeeeeeeee!