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• Combine all ingredients except the encapsulated citric acid and beer.
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• Mix until tacky, about 3–5 minutes.
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• Add the cold beer, mix just enough to incorporate.
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• Gently fold in encapsulated citric acid — do not overmix.
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Stuff into casings and tie off ends.
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Optional rest: Refrigerate overnight for better texture and flavor (safe to skip with ECA).
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Smoke at 200°F (93°C) in your Big Green Egg, using mild wood like cherry or hickory, until internal temp reaches 160–165°F (71–74°C) (4–5 hours).
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Ice bath immediately after smoking until internal temp drops below 90°F (32°C).
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Bloom at room temp for 1–2 hours, then refrigerate or freeze.