{"product_id":"smoking-chips-hickory-700g-bag","title":"Smoking Chips - Hickory - 700g bag","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClassic Hickory Smoke for Pork, Ribs, Beef \u0026amp; Chicken\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring authentic American BBQ flavour to your barbecue with \u003cstrong\u003eWestern Premium BBQ Hickory Wood Chips\u003c\/strong\u003e. Made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% natural hickory wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, these premium smoking chips produce a \u003cstrong\u003estrong, rich smoke aroma with a slightly sweet flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e that's perfect for pork, beef and chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory is one of the classic woods of American barbecue and is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003epork ribs, pulled pork, bacon, sausages and pork shoulder\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its stronger smoke profile also stands up beautifully to beef while still being versatile enough for chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smaller wood chip size produces smoke relatively quickly, making these Hickory smoking chips ideal for \u003cstrong\u003egas BBQs, smoker boxes, electric smokers, kettle BBQs, griddles and ceramic kamados\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Smoke with Hickory Wood Chips?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory delivers the unmistakable smoky character many people associate with traditional American barbecue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's stronger than mild fruitwoods such as Apple and Cherry, but its slightly sweet character gives it excellent balance when paired with rich meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% natural hickory wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong, rich and slightly sweet smoke flavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent with pork, beef and chicken\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly good with bacon, sausages and pork shoulder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for ribs and pulled pork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be blended with Apple or Cherry wood chips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for gas BBQs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for smoker boxes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for electric smokers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for kettle BBQs and ceramic grills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for griddles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern Premium BBQ SKU \u003cstrong\u003e18075\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e180 cubic inches per bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate weight \u003cstrong\u003e700g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Hickory Wood Smoke Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory produces a \u003cstrong\u003estrong, rich and slightly sweet smoke flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a more pronounced smoking wood than Apple or Cherry, making it particularly suitable for richer foods that can handle a stronger smoke profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with other popular smoking woods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApple\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mild, delicate and sweet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherry\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mild, fruity and slightly sweet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePecan\u003c\/strong\u003e – Medium, rich, nutty and sweet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHickory\u003c\/strong\u003e – Strong, rich and slightly sweet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMesquite\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bold, earthy and intense\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for that recognisable \u003cstrong\u003eclassic American BBQ flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hickory is one of the best smoking woods to choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Pork \u0026amp; Ribs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory and pork are one of barbecue's classic flavour combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rich smoke works particularly well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePork ribs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePulled pork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePork shoulder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePork belly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePork chops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSausages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory's stronger smoke character complements the richness and fat content of pork particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ribs, pork shoulder and pulled pork, it provides the deep smoky flavour associated with traditional low-and-slow barbecue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHickory Smoke for Bacon \u0026amp; Sausages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory has long been associated with smoked pork products, and Western specifically recommends these smoking chips for \u003cstrong\u003ebacon and sausages\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry them with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePork sausages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeef sausages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBratwurst\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKransky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomemade sausages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slightly sweet smoke adds depth without masking the seasoning and natural flavour of the meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcellent with Beef\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory isn't just for pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts robust smoke profile makes it an excellent choice for beef, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeef ribs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrisket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurgers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteaks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeef cheeks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChuck roast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort ribs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a stronger smoke flavour than you'd normally get from Oak or a fruitwood, Hickory is an excellent choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor particularly large cuts such as brisket, use Hickory carefully or blend it with a milder wood to control the smoke intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat with Chicken\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern also recommends Hickory Wood Chips for chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry them with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole chicken\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicken wings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicken thighs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrumsticks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpatchcock chicken\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Hickory produces stronger smoke than Apple or Cherry, a relatively small quantity can provide plenty of flavour when cooking poultry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlend Hickory with Apple or Cherry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory is excellent on its own, but Western specifically recommends mixing Hickory Wood Chips with \u003cstrong\u003eApple or Cherry smoking chips\u003c\/strong\u003e to create your own flavour combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHickory + Apple\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombines rich Hickory smoke with Apple's mild natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePork ribs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePulled pork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicken\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSausages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHickory + Cherry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombines classic BBQ smoke with a sweeter, fruitier finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRibs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicken\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePork shoulder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeef\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending smoking woods is an easy way to create a more complex flavour while reducing the intensity of straight Hickory smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Hickory Smoking Chips for Gas BBQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need a dedicated smoker to enjoy genuine Hickory smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern Hickory Wood Chips are suitable for \u003cstrong\u003egas grills\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them an easy way to introduce authentic wood smoke to a hooded gas BBQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing Hickory Chips in a Smoker Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a handful of Hickory Wood Chips to your smoker box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the box over or near an active burner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the box to heat until smoke develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd your food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose the hood to retain the smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent method for burgers, steaks, chicken, sausages, ribs and other shorter BBQ cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Electric Smokers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern Hickory Wood Chips are also suitable for \u003cstrong\u003eelectric smokers\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to use loose smoking wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir smaller size allows them to heat and begin producing smoke relatively quickly, making them suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectric cabinet smokers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood chip trays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoker compartments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow your smoker manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount and placement of wood chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Kettle BBQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory Wood Chips are an easy way to add classic smoke flavour when cooking over charcoal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey're ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeber® kettles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHooded charcoal BBQs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortable charcoal grills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharcoal smokers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a modest quantity of Hickory Wood Chips to hot charcoal shortly before cooking and close the lid to circulate the smoke around your food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Hickory is relatively strong, start with a small amount and increase it on future cooks if you prefer a heavier smoke flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable for Kamado \u0026amp; Ceramic BBQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern Hickory Wood Chips can also be used in ceramic grills such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamado Joe®\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig Green Egg®\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther ceramic kamado BBQs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood chips are particularly useful when you want smoke to develop quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extended low-and-slow cooks, larger \u003cstrong\u003eHickory Wood Chunks\u003c\/strong\u003e will generally provide smoke for longer and require less replenishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHickory Wood Chips vs Hickory Wood Chunks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth products provide genuine Hickory smoke, but their different sizes make them suited to different cooking methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHickory Wood Chips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGas BBQs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoker boxes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectric smokers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShorter cooks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick smoke production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKettle grilling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding a burst of Hickory flavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHickory Wood Chunks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong low-and-slow cooks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamado BBQs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharcoal smokers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong kettle cooks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrisket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePork shoulder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtended smoking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're using a \u003cstrong\u003egas BBQ or electric smoker\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hickory Wood Chips are generally the more convenient choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're running a \u003cstrong\u003elong charcoal or kamado cook\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hickory Wood Chunks will generally provide smoke for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Hickory Wood Chips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGas BBQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace a handful of Hickory Wood Chips into a smoker box and position it over or close to an active burner. Once the chips begin producing smoke, add your food and close the hood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCharcoal BBQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a small handful directly to hot charcoal shortly before cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElectric Smoker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the chips into your smoker's designated wood chip tray or compartment according to the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKamado\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScatter a modest amount amongst or over the charcoal when you want Hickory smoke to develop quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory is a stronger smoking wood, so it's generally better to \u003cstrong\u003estart with less and add more if required\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need to Soak Hickory Wood Chips?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most modern BBQ applications, \u003cstrong\u003esoaking wood chips isn't necessary\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry Hickory chips begin heating and producing useful smoke more quickly because the heat doesn't first need to evaporate absorbed water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the manufacturer of your particular electric smoker or smoking equipment specifically recommends soaking wood chips, follow its instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e100% Natural Hickory Wood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern Premium BBQ Hickory Wood Chips are made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% natural hickory hardwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving your food genuine wood-fired smoke flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no artificial smoke flavours required—just real Hickory wood and your choice of barbecue or smoker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Premium BBQ Hickory Wood Chips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18075\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Natural Hickory Wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmoke Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong, Rich \u0026amp; Slightly Sweet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest With\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePork, Beef \u0026amp; Chicken\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParticularly Good For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBacon, Sausages, Pork Shoulder \u0026amp; Ribs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 180 cu in \/ 3L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 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It's stronger than mild fruitwoods such as Apple and Cherry and is one of the classic smoking woods used for American-style barbecue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat meat is Hickory wood best for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHickory is particularly good with \u003cstrong\u003epork, beef and chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's especially popular with bacon, sausages, pork shoulder and ribs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Hickory Wood Chips good for pork ribs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Hickory is one of the classic smoking woods for pork ribs. Its rich, slightly sweet smoke complements pork particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Hickory good for pulled pork?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Hickory and pork shoulder are an excellent combination, making these smoking chips a great option for adding classic BBQ flavour to pulled pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Hickory Wood Chips on a gas BBQ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Western Hickory Wood Chips are specifically suitable for \u003cstrong\u003egas grills\u003c\/strong\u003e. Using them in a smoker box is one of the easiest ways to add genuine Hickory smoke to a hooded gas BBQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Hickory Wood Chips in an electric smoker?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Western lists these chips as suitable for \u003cstrong\u003eelectric smokers\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use them in your smoker's wood chip tray or compartment according to the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Hickory Wood Chips in a Weber kettle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Add a small quantity of Hickory Wood Chips to hot charcoal to introduce classic wood smoke during cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Hickory Wood Chips in a Kamado Joe or Big Green Egg?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Western Hickory Wood Chips are suitable for \u003cstrong\u003eceramic grills\u003c\/strong\u003e. For longer low-and-slow cooks, larger Hickory Wood Chunks may be more convenient because they smoulder for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between Hickory Wood Chips and Hickory Wood Chunks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood chips are smaller and begin producing smoke relatively quickly, making them ideal for gas BBQs, smoker boxes, electric smokers and shorter cooks. Wood chunks are larger and smoulder for longer, making them better suited to extended charcoal and kamado cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I mix Hickory with other smoking woods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Western specifically recommends mixing Hickory with \u003cstrong\u003eApple or Cherry Wood Chips\u003c\/strong\u003e. Apple provides a milder sweetness, while Cherry adds a fruity character to Hickory's stronger traditional BBQ smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to soak Hickory Wood Chips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally, no. 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