When you hunt and you fill tags, you’ve got to do right by that meat. The RecTeq 590 is changing how I handle that responsibility.
The Cook
I set an 11-pound brisket on it around midnight and let it ride at 180 degrees. Set it in the evening, went to bed, and that’s the beauty of it—the smoker handles the work while you sleep. I woke up a couple times and spritzed it, but the pellet consumption was minimal. The hopper was completely full when I loaded it, and after 12 hours, I still had plenty left.
Wrapped it in butcher paper—first time trying that instead of my usual Texas foil method. Different approach, same goal: get that brisket tender and hold in the moisture.
Results
After 20 hours total, it was ready to rest. I pulled it out into the Yeti cooler, wrapped it in towels, and let it sit for about four hours. That resting period is crucial—it lets the carryover cooking finish and the juices redistribute.
The RecTeq is built for this kind of long cook. Efficient pellet use, stable temperature, and minimal fussing. Whether it’s game meat from a recent hunt or beef from the store, this smoker earns its spot in my setup.
Check out my hunting journey and how I process the animals I take on my channel.
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