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The Absolute Best Cut Of Brisket For Barbecue, According To BBQ Chef Aaron Franklin By Erica Martinez Oct. 19, 2025 8:20 pm EST

If you've ever had the pleasure of eating at Franklin Barbecue in Austin, Texas, you may have walked away vowing to purchase a smoker to attempt replicating the food that people spend hours lined up for every day. The restaurant that has been open since 2009 is known for selling out, specifically, of its smoked brisket on a daily basis. Needless to say, owner Aaron Franklin's advice on brisket is certainly worth listening to. A lot goes into the meats at his restaurant, from the correct cooking temperature to the type of wood used for smoking . But the process all starts with the right kind of brisket, and Franklin believes

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