Smoking Brisket
Time: 10-14 hours at 120-135°C (250-275°F)
Internal Temperature: 93-96°C (200-205°F)
Plan 1-1.5 hours per kg plus 1-2 hours rest.5 hours per kg. The stall at 70-77°C can last hours — wrap in butcher paper. Rest 1-2 hours in an esky.
How Long to Smoke Brisket
How long to smoke brisket? 10-14 hours at 120-135°C (250-275°F). Internal temp: 93-96°C (200-205°F). Complete smoking guide.
Published: April 2026 | Last Updated: April 2026
Photo by Rachel Claire on Pexels
Quick Answer
Smoke brisket: 10-14 hours at 120-135°C (250-275°F). Internal temp: 93-96°C (200-205°F). Plan 1-1.5 hours per kg plus 1-2 hours rest.
Try Our BBQ Cook Time Calculator
Get precise cooking times for any meat, cut, and method. Never over-cook or under-cook your BBQ again.
Open CalculatorFrequently Asked Questions
How long to smoke brisket?
10-14 hours at 120-135°C (250-275°F). Plan 1-1.5 hours per kg plus 1-2 hours rest.
Related BBQ Guides
Sources & References
1
Food Standards Australia New Zealand
Official Australian food safety guidelines and safe cooking temperatures.
Government
2
America's Test Kitchen (YouTube)
Rigorously tested steak cooking methods with scientific precision.
Video
3
Guga Foods (YouTube)
Premium beef experiments — dry ageing, wagyu, and creative steak techniques.
Video
4