Brisket on the new REC TEC Bullseye

[@MattyMarkets]

I just got a bullseye and I’m gonna try this

[@mikebowerstv]

Check out my newer brisket cook! I found wrapping in foil after cooking is best on a pellet grill.

[@brentjones7085]

I came here because I’m thinking about getting this grill but I stopped the video just to say congratulations on the health and accomplishments of your daughter. I’ve been loving the video so far even though it’s my first of yours. I’m happy for you and your daughter. That’s the best part of the video. God bless and prayers.❤

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you so much. I’m very proud of her!

[@stevenalbert6178]

Dang it give your daughter a huge hug from the Albert family in oregon and congrats on her health that's amazing brother... God bless your family

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you so much for the kind words! We are proud of her and what she has accomplished.

[@hamiltonstrickland9593]

Looks great I would always spritz with apple cider vinegar and water to your liking

[@ImHungryMK]

Good video!

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks for watching

[@harveygaspar8738]

@@mikebowerstv Tell me about your red water mist spray. Where to buy, cost etc. Thanks

[@mikebowerstv]

I purchased it from Malcolm Reed’s Store. www.howtobbqright.com

[@tyskers]

here in Lubbock with a 300 pound Pit Boss Kamado , do you think I can obtain the same cook or better with 380 RECTEC I am very close to pushing the button on one. 2 questions where did you buy the grate and do they make a thermal blanket for long slow cooks that will fit it.

[@mikebowerstv]

Yeah this grill is awesome! They do not make a blanket for it at this time. As for the grate check out my affiliate links in my latest video.

[@tyionallen6357]

Great smoke rings and great video 🫡

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks for watching 🫡

[@markh.6149]

Just a friendly tip to save some money. Since the brisket doesn't take on more smoke while wrapped, I finish mine in the oven. Those pellets can get expensive.

[@mikebowerstv]

I do this from time to time depending on my mood! Great results!

[@stevenalbert6178]

New to pellets smokers but I did a pork butt and everyone said to do fat side down I went the other way and hands down the best pork butt ever... also I was wondering should you season a brisket and let it set in the fridge over night??? As I said im new to all this

[@mikebowerstv]

You can season it the night before but honestly I can’t tell a difference.

[@stevenalbert6178]

Oh ok good to know!!! Have you tried cooking a brisket fat side up??? I hear some say don't for protection and some say fat up let what renders drip over the brisket!!! So confused lol im about to try my first one next weekend on a rwcteq rt-b380 and Don want to ruin 80 bux worth a meat lol... appreciate all in put you have

[@mikebowerstv]

@@stevenalbert6178 you can for sure cook fat side up but in a pellet grill I would put in a water pan under the grate to protect the meat from the heat.

[@stevenalbert6178]

@@mikebowerstv oh yeah I always either put a beer with water or ape juice even when I. Oozed with wood... helps big time ok well im going to go for it ill let ya know next week how it goes thanks for your input and video... your daughter is in out prayers along with your family to stay happy and healthy ❤

[@BoostedMK6]

If you flip the deflector so lip is facing down it will make low and slow cooks more indirect as it blocks airflow that way.

[@DelbertStinkfester]

I just ordered this grill and this video made me very very happy. Can't wait to cook my 1st smoked brisket. One of the last affordable meats.

[@mikebowerstv]

Congrats on the new grill!!

[@taylorgeorge6169]

I have a WSM 18.5 and Bullseye like you. I see you have a PK grill too. How do you like that one? For Brisket I have been liking a Coffee rub lately. It's basically salt and pepper, except sub ground coffee for half of the pepper by volume, and then add a little bit of ground cumin and red pepper. Like salt and pepper but with a bit more to it without being complicated or ruining the flavor of the meat. Wreck 'em

[@mikebowerstv]

I loved the PK grill but recently sold it for a Kamado Joe. The only thing I didn’t like on the pk was the lack of an ash catcher. Yeah coffee and brisket pair well very well together. Thank you for watching!

[@russellernst1705]

You know you can order meat online

[@mikebowerstv]

Really?

[@ilpatriotplugs8682]

Congrats on the healthy daughter!!

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you so much!

[@bobstraubtek6526]

really nice video....

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching.

[@FM-xr5nj]

Great brisket, more importantly congrats on your daughters health! God bless'

[@mikebowerstv]

FM57 I appreciate the kind words on both accounts!

[@scottg4438]

Good looking brisket! Do you have a link for that spritzer you are using?

[@mikebowerstv]

I purchased it from @howtobbqright He has them on his website.

[@scottg4438]

Thanks for that information. Malcolm is great, I will check there.

[@brianagee8488]

Great video and cook. I just got a Bullseye and have been looking at the various videos about them. I just have to comment on your Shirley! I have one too. One of Paul's first smaller reverse flows, I had some special needs and he took care of it! He built it for me several years ago. Actually I run a charity BBQ for Vets and the homeless. he found out about that and built me a smoker and donated it to my efforts! I had never met him. What a great guy!! Hope you enjoy yours, i am sure you will!!!

[@mikebowerstv]

That’s an awesome story. My plan for 2022 is to start a charity as well helping families battling cancer raise money for bills with bbq dinners. I may reach out for some tips.

[@brianagee8488]

@@mikebowerstv Great idea! I have plenty of do's and don'ts! LOL

[@pcbfisher3876]

Looks awesome! What kind of dog is Jack? Cute!

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you! He is a miniature Goldendoodle.

[@alayneweathersby1582]

Hello Bowers. Bought the Bullseye recommended by my brother, also a bbq star like yourself. Love the opening logo!!! Question. What is your auger set at? I think we got a lemon 🍋. It happens… been trying to make adjustments… units fan did not work on first turn on, had to watch a video and disassembled to unplug and replug the fan unit. So much smoke!! Like so much. Customer Service first fix idea no good, switched to auger adjustments. Still not performing, tried several auger speeds, curious what yours is set at? Will take any help we can get 😊

[@mikebowerstv]

Mine is at factory settings.

[@frankt7521]

Edit out the seasoning would have saved me 3 minutes of so of my time

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks for watching

[@mbmatt100]

How big was that brisket. Looking at a bulls eye but concerned that a large brisket won’t fit. Thanks.

[@mikebowerstv]

This particular brisket was about 12 lbs. the cooking grate on the Bullseye is 22” so there is plenty of room for almost any brisket you will find. I cooked on a 22” UDS for years and never once had a brisket that wouldn’t fit. Thanks for watching!

[@mbmatt100]

Bowers Barbecue thanks. Now if Rex Tec can get some more built I’ll be good to go. Ok one more question and then I promise to not bug you anymore. How is clean up. I don’t see a grease drain? Thanks again.

[@mikebowerstv]

Matt Brennecke grease burns off similar to a gas grill. About every 4 cooks I scrape the deflector plate and vacuum out the ash.

[@mbmatt100]

Bowers Barbecue that sounds fine. Really looking forward to this. Thanks.

[@edadan]

I heard you mention that your daughter was fighting cancer. I’m so sorry to hear and hope that she’s still doing well. I would encourage you to research the carnivore diet. There are quite a few doctors on KZbin that go into a lot of detail regarding health benefits of this diet. Great video and may God bless you and your entire family.

[@lifesajourney101]

Hi there, if I were to cook a bunch of burgers on this thing, is there a grease pan or tray? Burgers are greasy so where does the grease go?

[@mikebowerstv]

So when I cook burgers I normally grill around the edges. The grease drains under the deflector and flares up but is usually blocked by the deflector. If you grill in the center you can get a grease fire. I’ll try to do a video soon.

[@epsmith19]

How easy would it be to break down the bullseye to travel with?

[@mikebowerstv]

Not very easy, those legs are a pain to install.

[@JerryG]

Doing this tomorrow. Great video, I love my bullseye so far.

[@mikebowerstv]

Awesome!! Be sure to tag me in pics!

[@rf005]

one thing in a colder environment it would use whole hopper

[@marcusfabiousmaximus3463]

Can you grill without heavy smoke?

[@mikebowerstv]

Absolutely! The higher the temps the lighter the smoke flavor.

[@marcusfabiousmaximus3463]

@@mikebowerstv thank you brisket looked good

[@freedo64]

Great looking brisket!

[@mikebowerstv]

Yeah wasn’t too bad. Next time will be better though! Thanks for watching!

[@NorthTexasBBQAddicts]

Tuned in

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you!

[@you24601]

Looks great, I just bought one, waiting to do the first smoke.

[@mikebowerstv]

Congrats on the new cooker!!

[@derekwalter7100]

Thanks for the vid, I've been looking at these. Brisket looks great, but whatever... Congrats to your daughter!! And yay for Jack! He'll be a great gift and reminder of an amazing accomplishment! Sending happy, positive vibes to you, your daughter, your family, and to Jack!

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks for the kind words! These are awesome little grills for the price point!

[@WhisperDude1990]

Congratulations to your daughter and her milestone!

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you!! Getting close to year 3!!

[@Two_Bit_Smoke]

Did your disposable pan under the brisket get burnt and leave an odor or did it stick to the heat deflector? I’m curious if you cooked 2 briskets at once with 2 pans underneath if there would be enough airflow...do you have thoughts on that setup?

[@mikebowerstv]

Never had a problem with the disposable pans getting too hot. I cook low and slow and fill them with water. Two briskets would be a very tight fit but even then I would only use a one pan.

[@Two_Bit_Smoke]

@@mikebowerstv, thanks for the information! I’m considering buying a Bullseye, but the only way I would is if I could fit 2 briskets. If not, I’m just going to stick with the SNS Kettle. Also, your Shirley 24x36 looks amazing! I need to start saving up for that bad boy!

[@mikebowerstv]

The sns is 22 inches right? I would test the fit on that! I don’t think you will have air flow problems.

[@joereyes5071]

Congrats on your daughters health. Just bought a bullseye. Will charcoal pellets work with this?

[@twistedspecies]

That looks really nice!!

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you

[@NotSoFast71]

I've got my eye on this grill for the end of this month. I live in a duplex with a small back porch and I would only be cooking for two. I don't need a huge grill. Thanks for the videos. Just subscribed today.

[@mikebowerstv]

I appreciate you subscribing, I think you will enjoy the grill!

[@tychapman7536]

Looks great nice smoke ring, I gotta have one of them bullseyes

[@mikebowerstv]

They do a great job once you and running! Thanks for watching.

[@CentralTexasGrilling]

Brisket looked great Mike. That bark was killer.

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks for watching!!

[@TheMerkinWhisperer]

Good vid and that brisket looks great. My wife just surprised me with this grill. Any tips for smoking that I should know as a rookie?

[@mikebowerstv]

On a pellet grill start on the low setting for a few hours then bump up to desired cooking temp. Takes a little longer but a little better flavor.

[@KeleentProductions]

When you poke through the foil with the probe, are you not afraid of sending tiny parts of aluminum into the meat?

[@mikebowerstv]

Honestly if I was afraid of that I wouldn’t cook with it.

[@mhernandezae86]

"Snow style"? You've been to Lexington?

[@mikebowerstv]

I have a few times. I have a video posted from my last visit.

[@michaelbarnhardt8274]

Looks great 👍 what kind of sprayer is that?

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks for watching! Spray Bottle amzn.to/39Azskh

[@michaelbarnhardt8274]

@@mikebowerstv Sorry to bother you but is that sprayer ok for food such as apple juice and such ? Just wondering if its bpa free . Thanks again

[@mikebowerstv]

You would have to contact the seller for specifics.

[@HeavyMetalBarBQue]

Hey Mike! Doing a brisket is the ultimate test.......and it passed with flying colors! 👍 You did everything right and it showed at the end. Looked great with that ring and an excellent bark! 👍 Nice bend on it......perfect! 👍 The new PID Bullseye shows how fuel efficient it is! 👍👍 Great Vid My Friend! Metal On! \m/

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks for watching!! Next time I think I know what to do to make it a little better!

[@mikebowerstv]

It was incredible! Might be my favorite cut now! Thanks for watching.

[@syoung3602]

Why do you like it better than your RecTeq 680?

[@mikebowerstv]

Yes! In fact I sold my 680. The only thing I miss is the WiFi controller.

[@syoung3602]

@@mikebowerstv I was going to buy the RT 700. If you had to do it again would you chose another size?

[@mikebowerstv]

I’m a family of three and the Bullseye is more than enough for me. When I had the 680 I never came close to filling it up. I will say the other models are more well built than the Bullseye but they don’t grill as well as the Bullseye. For 1/3 of the price of a Bull you can’t go wrong with the Bullseye IMO.

[@rtjudd]

Do you have to add water to the pan after the original fill?

[@mikebowerstv]

I did not. I normally fill up to what I think will last a cook and more often than not that’s plenty.

[@codypendley5898]

Looks great buddy!

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks for watching Cody!

[@jonathanlaurich1878]

The bark looks great. How’d you manage to get that nice dark bark? I never can achieve that on the traeger. Does the bullseye have a smoke setting?

[@mikebowerstv]

The Bullseye has a “low” setting and cooks around 200 degrees. I cook on that for at least 4 hours before bumping up the temps. I also don’t wrap until I have the color I want even if that means I dont wrap. Thanks for watching.

[@rogerwilkins5623]

I just bought the bullseye, looking forward to my cooks. I'm in Lubbock also, we should get together and swap a few techniques and recipes.

[@mikebowerstv]

Congrats on the new grill! I no longer live in Lubbock but go back as often as I can.

[@sguzmanjr86]

What kind of pellets did you use?

[@mikebowerstv]

Man I didn’t notate it but 95% sure it was Lumberjack 100% Hickory.

[@petertheis1695]

Awesome video, gonna try one this week on my new Bullseye. Random question for you, What type of grass do you have in your backyard?

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you so much for watching. Let me know how it turns out. I have St Augustine grass in my yard.

[@evanhewitt4454]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who noticed the amazing grass.

[@mikebowerstv]

Thanks to the Scott’s App and a well fed dog!

[@smalltowntexasbbqburgersbr1391]

Love that cap and Evie Mae's! Considering a Rec Teq and I'm glad you shared your experience. I've smoked on offsets for years and would definitely like some options. Great looking brisket! - Mac

[@mikebowerstv]

Yeah Evie Mae’s is one of my favorites!!

[@mikepotapa5773]

Great video! I’ve been waiting for this. What kind of pellets are you using?

[@mikebowerstv]

Lumberjack Pellets. I took a 20 lb bag of oak, pecan, mesquite and cherry (for color) and mixed them in a giant tub. I use this blend for everything currently.

[@mikepotapa5773]

Bowers Backyard BBQ sounds good! I bought a 40lb bag of Cookin Pellets Perfect mix per Rec Tex’s recommendation. So far so good.

[@kdglock4491]

What size is grate in inches?

[@mikebowerstv]

Just over 22 inches.

[@dougdavy7528]

Great smoke Mike! Lately I’ve been using Salt Lick original for my briskets everyone seems to really like it.

[@mikebowerstv]

I’ll have to try that, it’s been years since I’ve been there.

[@texaswader]

@@mikebowerstv Salt Lick is what I use too. If I'm in the area it's a must go stop lol. Mike I don't get the changing temperatures on the brisket but we all have different ways to cook one. I have found that on my Rec Teq 700 Bull and the Bullseye that smoking at 225 until the internal temp gets to 203, spritzing as you do but I use apple juice and Pitt Boss competition blend pellets, that the brisket is always just perfect. Where in Texxas are you?

[@mikebowerstv]

I only do this on pellet grills. Start low to get a thicker smoke profile then finish at 225. Just gives a little more smoke since pellet grills are typically lighter than charcoal or stick burners. Thanks for watching.

[@texaswader]

@@mikebowerstv Thanks Mike, I'll give it a try on the Bullseye this coming weekend. I enjoy your videos and can't wait to try that sirloin like Texas Land & Cattle used to have.

[@DgDanger72]

Congrats on picking a Recteq, but for pete's sake get a real smoker like the 700. The bullseye is a grill. With that said best line of smokers and grills for the money and the quality of your brisket shows the quality of Recteq. Nice job on not squeezing the finished product.

[@mikebowerstv]

Haha! I sold my 680 for the Bullseye. The Bullseye is awesome for smoking and grilling. As for “real smokers” checkout my other videos as I have a stick burner.

[@MichaelWayne87]

Congrats on daughter's health brother. Boomer Sooner 😎 #RECTECLIFE

[@mikebowerstv]

Thank you and Wreck ‘Em!

[@raiderred11k]

Wreck Em!

[@mikebowerstv]

Colton Knowles always have the Guns Up!

[@darrellbilbrey2152]

I like s and p or meat church holy cow on my brisket.

[@mikebowerstv]

Same here! I’ve also cooked them with Holy Gospel they turned out great!!

[@hansw.schleimer1145]

With the water pan underneath, did it seem to catch the juice from the brisket? Or did you have a mess to clean up after the cook? Also, congrats on your daughter being cancer free for 2 years!

[@mikebowerstv]

Hans W. Schleimer Thank you, I’m super proud of her! The pan caught almost everything there was very little cleanup, intact I put it in riot mode to finish it up!