Black Cherry wood?

jickey · Posted: May 20 2011 Post subject: Black Cherry wood?

I know cherry is really good for smoking pork, but has anyone tried black cherry? I have a few trees that I could try, but don't want to mess up perfectly good meat if it's a bad idea.

BigOrson · Posted: May 20 2011 Post subject:

Much as I like cherry, I'd be willing to risk it.

SoEzzy · Posted: May 20 2011 Post subject:

A number of smoke wood sellers sell Black Cherry so I wouldn't see it as being a problem.

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jickey · Posted: May 20 2011 Post subject:

OK, I'll be the guinea pig - but it'll be a little while before I report back. From what I remember about black cherry, there's a thin "bark" and then a quite strong smelling bit of wood. I want to cut this and let it season for a while before I try cooking with it.

CliffC · Posted: May 20 2011 Post subject:

I use black cherry all the time. If you are using it in a stick burner use it for flavor along with a milder wood for fuel,if you are using chunks for flavor err on the side of caution and use a bit less than normal. IMHO black cherry is a strong, fragrant wood that can over power the meat.

southerncomfort · Joined: 19 May 2011 Posts: 3

I have 2 small black cherries about 8" dia. that I am going to drop chop and dry to use in my smoker.I have an assortment of oak,pecan,pair,black cherry and maple all in chunks ready for use.I like mixing the pecan along with the cherry or maple..makes for some good smelling smoke while it's cooking and does wonders on pork and beef. As cliffC said you may want to go a little light with the cherry cause it is pretty strong. Very Happy