1st attempt at smoking/grilling ribs tomorrow

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Originally Posted by Scottw

Don't get me wrong, they won't suck with the mesquite, I just usually use that wood for beef. I love the hickory for the ribs.

I like hickory smoke, but for the spices I use it is alomost to mild IMO. Gets lots in the pepper and red spices. The mesquite stands out a bit more. I keep the hickory and applewood for the times I don't do a rub and I'm just going for a lighter smoke and seasoning. Only used the applewood once.... sorta different.