Whiskey Smoked Prime Rib

This prime rib is delicious and tender. It's a little time consuming, but well worth the wait.

Prep Time: 15?minutes

Cook Time: 8?hours

Total Time: 8?hours, 15?minutes

Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients:

• 1 standing rib roast, about 5 pounds
• 12-15 pounds charcoal briquettes
• 2 pounds wood chips, preferably hickory
• 1 1/2 cups bourbon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation:

Prepare 3/4 of charcoal in smoker. Fill secondary pan with cold water. Soak wood chips in bourbon and 1/2 cup water. Rub roast with seasonings and place on the top grate. Place a few handfuls of wood chips onto the fire. Close lid and check every 40-50 minutes. Be sure to add more wood chips every time the roast is checked. Smoke roast for about 8 hours or until internal temperatures reaches between 140-145 degrees. Allow to rest before carving.

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