ceed wrote:
> On Sun, 23 May 2010 15:28:43 -0500, Steve Calvin
> > wrote:
>
>> IMO, the best use for mesquite is a campfire...
>
> Mesquite is good if you like the flavor. Some do, others don't

True enough. My 'beef' with mesquite has never been about the flavor per se.
It is more about the ease of crossing the line from flavor to absolute
putrid bitterness. I learned early, and nearly ruined an ECB in the process
(it wanted to retain the bitterness from the smoke and pass it on during
other bbq sessions). Mesquite also burns 'hotter' than most other woods, so
it is more difficult to control for bbq cooking. To use mesquite, one should
always remain diligent and be very cautious.
--
Dave
What is best in life? "To crush your enemies, see them driven before
you, and to hear the lamentation of the women." -- Conan