Competition Pork Butt | Montana Outlaw BBQ

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  • Опубліковано 30 тра 2021
  • Welcome to our competition series video for all of the BBQ and competition enthusiasts out there! We took pork from our friends Compart Duroc and show you how to trim, inject, season, wrap, cook, and present to perfection using our Traeger Ironwood 885 Grill.
    ***Please remember competition cooking takes some planning. Here are the lengths of time to keep in mind for this recipe.
    Injection Marinade- Must sit refrigerated after being mixed for 24 Hours.
    After Injecting and Seasonings- The cut of meat must be refrigerated after injecting and seasoning for 6-8 Hours.
    Initial Smoke Time- Approx. 4 Hours
    Wrapped Cut Smoke Time- Approx. 1-1.5 Hours
    Rest Time for the Money Muscle- 20-25 Minutes
    Complete Recipe: www.montanaoutlawbbq.com/reci...
    About Us:
    We are the Hamilton family - Montanans born and raised. We are a competitive BBQ team, makers of BBQ rubs, and the family behind BBQ Hero.
    We want to share the love of cooking and get people together to eat. We hope to guide you in your cooking adventures, we’ll focus on barbecuing, of course, but we’ll look at all different kinds of grilling, smoking, and cocktails too. We’d like to help inspire others to have success on the barbecue trail, the backyard, or in the comfort of your home.
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    Brands We Used:
    Montana Outlaw BBQ Pork Rub: www.montanaoutlawbbq.com/prod...
    Compart Duroc: www.compartduroc.com/product/...
    Kosmos Q Pork Injection: kosmosq.com/collections/barbe...
    Kosmos Q Chipotle Killer Bee Rub: kosmosq.com/collections/barbe...
    Kosmos Q Peach Jalapeno Rib Glaze: kosmosq.com/products/peach-ja...
    Stubb's Pork Marinade: www.stubbsbbq.com/en-us/produ...
    Blues Hog Champion's Blend: blueshog.com/products/champio...
    Traeger Grills: www.traegergrills.com/pellet-...
    Thermapen: www.thermoworks.com/
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  • @jasons5726
    @jasons5726 2 роки тому +5

    Your competition videos are absolutely awesome!!! Thanks for putting these together. The quality of information and videography is the best out there on UA-cam!! I’m still pretty much a rookie on the KCBS circuit (competed two years now), and have had really good luck so far, but this will take our competition BBQ to the next level. We’ve walked in every comp we’ve entered so far, and have had two over-all runner ups, but your videos are gonna help us win one this year. Thanks so much for all the great tips and tricks!!! I’d love to see how you guys build a box… if you don’t mind giving that away too. Thanks!!! And seriously… good job with your channel!!

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому +1

      @Jason S thank you so much for tuning in! Congratulations on your success in the KCBS circuit so far! We love to hear feedback like this and so glad that it could be of help. We will be releasing Competition Chicken soon as well so make sure and check in! Thanks you again for watching and so glad you are enjoying the content!

  • @txpitmaster6127
    @txpitmaster6127 Рік тому +3

    You guys are artists! Y'all are the Picasso of pork butt! Thanks for another great video. And for everyone like me trying to learn how competition bbq works and what is expected, you will not find a better channel than this!

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  Рік тому

      TXTPitmaster! Great to hear from you again! We have never been called the Picasso of pork butt! We love that! Thank you! We are so glad to hear you find the videos helpful! Please let us know how you are doing on the comp circuit!

  • @LittleBearBBQ_Food_Original
    @LittleBearBBQ_Food_Original 2 роки тому +1

    Would just like to say a HUGE THANKS from this KCBS Judge to you Guys that Compete; It's a tough gig, for sure!

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому +1

      @MarcusHender thank you for visiting the channel and leaving us a comment. We want to thank you for being a KCBS judge. We share the utmost appreciation and fondness for all of our KCBS family! Please come back and see us again!

  • @uwinuwish
    @uwinuwish 3 роки тому +5

    Awesome trim and identifications of the separate parts of the shoulder. Love the vids.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  3 роки тому

      Thanks! Glad you like it. We have some more competition videos coming down the pike - let us know what you think on those as well.

  • @rochellecompart1125
    @rochellecompart1125 3 роки тому +2

    Great job Montana Outlaw BBQ!

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  3 роки тому

      Thank you @Rochelle Compart! We appreciate you watching.

  • @BBBarbecueandPits
    @BBBarbecueandPits 2 роки тому +2

    Great video! Good information and straight to the point. Studying up for my first KCBS competition in October 👍🏻

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you @BB Barbecue and Pits. We are glad you enjoyed the video and hope it was helpful. We wish you the absolute best in your first KCBS competition this year!!! Please let us know how it goes!

  • @mikebrudz1
    @mikebrudz1 3 роки тому +1

    I really enjoyed the video. It was very informational to me and I appreciate the tips I learned.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  3 роки тому

      @Mike Brudzinski so great to hear the video was helpful. We love to hear that! Thank you!

  • @Settertude
    @Settertude 5 місяців тому

    That was really interesting, fellas. Thank you.

  • @dangoodall7148
    @dangoodall7148 11 місяців тому

    Nice I need to try this

  • @12gaugegunnut
    @12gaugegunnut 3 роки тому +1

    Looks awesome.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  3 роки тому

      Thanks @12gaugegunnut! We will have many new recipes coming up! Thank you for watching.

  • @benpierce2202
    @benpierce2202 2 роки тому +3

    As I found out at KCBS CBJ school recently, smoke ring cannot be considered when judging for appearance. But I suspect it leaves an impact on a judge, nonetheless. I like the tip about lubricating the cutting board with a bit of sauce.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @Ben Pierce we are glad you found the video useful in your journey in the BBQ competition world. The smoke ring does leave an impact visually, but also helps overall in the flavor of the meat as well. It's a great indicator of the flavor depth you have achieved.

  • @fullborebbq5237
    @fullborebbq5237 3 роки тому +1

    Love to see more competition style recipes.... fire up that Outlaw ;)

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  3 роки тому +1

      @Fullbore BBQ thank your for the feedback. Stay tuned because there are many more on the way!!!

  • @timm1053
    @timm1053 2 роки тому

    Great video for trimming & turn in box. I’m a new competitor, first cook off is in May. Thank you very much.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @TimM we are so glad that you are enjoying the videos. We love to hear from other competitors out there! We wish you the best of luck coming up in May!

  • @colinkobel2868
    @colinkobel2868 2 роки тому

    Great job of filming. I really appreciate your step by step instructions. I am practicing for my first comp at the Montana Fair.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @ColinKobel we are glad that it was helpful! It's our pleasure to make these videos and we have many more coming this year. We wish you the absolute best out there on the circuit and the Montana Fair this year! Please let us know if there are other videos you may like to see in the future!

  • @jamessharrett4357
    @jamessharrett4357 Рік тому

    Outstanding video quality and content! Will definitely help with my competition trim.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  Рік тому

      Thank you @James Sharrett for the compliment! We do our best to bring you the content will help you out there on the circuit or at home. We appreciate you leaving us this feedback and stay tuned for much more coming your way! Thanks James!

  • @Tightburner1
    @Tightburner1 3 роки тому

    Awesome !!!

  • @Mad_smoke_bbq
    @Mad_smoke_bbq 2 роки тому

    Great video guys. Y’all got my subscribe!

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you @Richard Kuriger. Make sure and let us know what other videos you may like to see in the future!

  • @TheDrunkenBBQ
    @TheDrunkenBBQ 3 роки тому +1

    Great looking meat. Thanks for sharing this. Keep on grilling.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  3 роки тому

      You bet! Thanks for watching @The Drunken BBQ. Every other week we will have a new recipe out. Hope you enjoy!

  • @BakersBBQ
    @BakersBBQ 2 роки тому +2

    Good techniques! Just subbed and look forward to more videos 👍🏻

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you @Baker's BBQ. Glad you enjoyed the video and honored to have you subscribe. We have many more great videos coming your way!

  • @Ribpublicansbbqteam
    @Ribpublicansbbqteam 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video. I really enjoyed the breakdown and trim of the butt and the explanation why. We've placed high in all 7 of our comps we've entered but i really think this will elevate our butt box with the trim job and the reduction of cook time (we love our sleep). I'm thinking the next money muscle trial i do is cooking until 190 and resting until the sauce up to help it hold more shape for slicing and presentation.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @JonathanSands we love to hear from other competition BBQ'ers and glad that this video helped! We cherish our sleep too and hope this helps to get you a little more out there at your next competition. Congratulations on your success so far. If there is ever a video you would like to see please let us know. Good luck out there on the circuit!

    • @Ribpublicansbbqteam
      @Ribpublicansbbqteam 2 роки тому

      @@MontanaOutlawBBQ any plans for a competition pork loin video to finish out the series?

  • @michaeldaniel8736
    @michaeldaniel8736 Рік тому +2

    This was excellent learning class
    Now here is my question when you practice do you use completion Boston butt or not.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  Рік тому

      Yes, we use Boston butt from Compart Family Farms for competition.

  • @carlagribi6142
    @carlagribi6142 2 роки тому

    Who knew a butt can be so simply complicated. Great video. Enjoying from Coeur d'Alene Idaho.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      Thank you for watching @Carla Gribi! We love to hear you enjoyed the video. Give our best to Coeur d'Alene and hope to see you again!

  • @jonathanpaulk3635
    @jonathanpaulk3635 Рік тому +1

    Good looking money muscle!! Only one time have I gotten mine to slice like that, it usually just shreds.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  Рік тому

      @Jonathan Paulk thank you for taking the time to leave us a comment. We know how frustrating the money muscle can be, but if you follow these steps, we are confident you will find that consistency you are looking for. Please let us know if there are other videos you might like to see on the channel. We always like to hear from our fellow BBQ competitors our there.

  • @jasonschmidt8194
    @jasonschmidt8194 Рік тому

    Rick was just dying to crack a joke about big butts! Great video guys.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  Рік тому

      Thank you @Jason Schmidt! You know Rick all to well. lol. Great to hear from you!

  • @checkeredflagbbq
    @checkeredflagbbq 3 роки тому +2

    Now I want to come back to competing. Unfortunately won't be back this season.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  3 роки тому

      Sorry to hear that @Paul Footit. Hope to see you back out there again soon :)

  • @dwaynejordan6055
    @dwaynejordan6055 Рік тому

    I have to thank you!!! I watched your video on pork shoulder. My son and I our first time smoking butt. It came out perfect!!!😂

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  10 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching and trying out our method! Happy to hear it turned out so well!

  • @themeatstall9001
    @themeatstall9001 2 роки тому +1

    Great video brothers. I just subbed to your channel

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      Thank you @TheMeatStall! We appreciate the sub and the feedback! Please let us know if there are other dishes you would like to see!

  • @edwardhartman8575
    @edwardhartman8575 9 місяців тому

    Bless you for sharing!
    KCBS MCBJ

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  8 місяців тому

      Thank you for your kind comments. Anytime you have any comments, we want to hear them!

  • @harrybarker1408
    @harrybarker1408 2 роки тому

    good vid!!! i subbed

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @Harry Barker thank you for becoming a subscriber! We appreciate it and hope you let us know what else you might like to see!

  • @billroby7769
    @billroby7769 Рік тому

    Thank you for the video! Just won first place out of 23 teams at the Grillin & Chillin bbq cook off competition.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  10 місяців тому

      Hell yeah thank you for watching!! Congrats on your First Place.

  • @richardhearn4201
    @richardhearn4201 9 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for all your videos. Can you explain why it's important to wrap tightly? Some techniques use a covered foil pan which isn't tight. I'm just interested in the theory behind it. Cheers

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  8 місяців тому

      We wrap the pork tight because we don’t want to steam it. Excess steam will dry the meat out. We want the liquid in the wrap to be held tightly around the meat more like braising.

  • @jordanhartmann1745
    @jordanhartmann1745 11 місяців тому

    Just got our first win using this technique for the pork portion of the contest. Except I bought the wrong stubb's marinade so I made one up haha

  • @glock907
    @glock907 2 роки тому +2

    How long to rest when they are done cooking

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @Steve Assmann we like to let it rest for 45 minutes. Of course in competition that time may vary, but the ideal time is 45 minutes.

  • @alanchristopher2024
    @alanchristopher2024 Рік тому

    Awesome " presentationing"...

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  Рік тому

      Thanks @Alan Reeder. We appreciate you stopping by and leaving us a comment!

  • @mdw522
    @mdw522 Рік тому

    Awesome video.. you guys smoke it fat side down?

  • @joefern8824
    @joefern8824 2 роки тому +1

    So after letting it rest you cut then sauce and put back on to set the sauce ?

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @JoeFern thank you for this question. We will pull the money muscle and pork but out before boxing, 16:51 in the video, and apply the sauce. We then put the money muscle back in the smoker to set the glaze, without cutting it. The pork butt we will begin to pull apart for turn-in. After a short time we will pull the money muscle back out and will do touchups on the money- muscle, pulled pork, and tubes with sauce (glaze) before boxing and turn-in (21:04).

  • @lowdownone
    @lowdownone 2 роки тому

    Nice breakdown of pork butt. My only question is don’t you need to include a third sample as well.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the inquiry @lowdownone. Sorry for the delay on the response. You do not have to include a third sample during competition. It is the competitors choice to present whatever you choose as long as its six samples. It could be the money muscle, tubes, burnt ends, pulled pork, etc. As long as their are six samples, you are good!

  • @fredstone9016
    @fredstone9016 3 роки тому

    nice vid! How have you guys faired in comps?

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  3 роки тому +2

      We’ve won competitions across the Country. In 2016 we were reserve World champions at the American royal in Kansas City. We have been invited to the Jack Daniels And the American Royal for the Last 5 years.

    • @fredstone9016
      @fredstone9016 3 роки тому

      @@MontanaOutlawBBQ awesome!! thNKS FOR THE REPLY

  • @4gvndawg
    @4gvndawg 2 роки тому +1

    Is the 24hr wait period before injection just for allowing flavors to blend?

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @GRichmond if we are understanding your question right, we do let our Pork Butt rest before injections. But we inject, season, and then let the pork butt sit over night until the following morning.

  • @masque1313
    @masque1313 Рік тому

    Hey great video! Thanks for sharing it. I do have a couple of questions for you:
    1. Why do you take the time to apply coats of rubs to the bottom of the fat cap that is not used? Unless I missed something I didn’t really see you pull any meat from the bottom of the butt.
    2. You guys mention pulling the money muscle somewhere between 185-190 at one point and then another time 185-195. At what temp did you actually pull the muscles in this video? And do you focus more on the feel of the muscle vs the temp?
    3. Last question, how much sooner did the money muscles finish compared to the rest of the butt? Meaning, how long did you hold the muscles compared to the holding time of the butts?
    Thanks in advance for your time and I really appreciate you posting this video.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  Рік тому

      Thanks @Masque1313 for the great question. We apologize for how long it took to get back to you.
      1.) We apply coats to the bottom of the fat cap because we want all parts of the pork but well seasoned. Each pork butt is unique. You never know what parts may or may not come out the way you want it. So you want to make sure and give yourself as much as possible to choose from both tenderness and flavor.
      2.) We mostly pull the money muscle by fell but please know that you have to pull the MM between 180-190. If you pull the cut much above 190 it will most likely be overcooked.
      3.) The money muscle was pulled around 2 hours before the main pork butt.
      Please come back anytime and ask lots of questions! We love to help as much as we can!

    • @masque1313
      @masque1313 Рік тому

      @@MontanaOutlawBBQ thanks for the follow up!

  • @alexlinko5540
    @alexlinko5540 2 роки тому +1

    What kind of needle are you using to inject?

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @Alex Linko thank you for this question. We just use a simple syringe you can find at any supply store. Nothing fancy. We do recommend 2 inches in length for smaller cuts, and a 4 inch needle for larger cuts like a pork but. As far as the gauge of the needle, we prefer 14 gauge or larger (12 gauge, 10 gauge, etc). Thanks for watching the video!

  • @matthewfisher9352
    @matthewfisher9352 2 роки тому +1

    But what's your internal temp when you pull to wrap? 150?

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @Matthew Fisher thank you for this great question. We first look for the rich mahogany color as the tell of the meat. We are looking for an internal temperature of 150-160, however, keep in mind that the internal temp can vary if you are not getting that beautiful mahogany color that judges are looking for.

    • @matthewfisher9352
      @matthewfisher9352 2 роки тому

      @@MontanaOutlawBBQ You guys need to come to Mt.Carmel, Illinois for the "Smokin for Garrett cook" it's kcbs and you'll get your chance to knock me off my throne 👍🏻

  • @natesmultishop1814
    @natesmultishop1814 3 роки тому

    How long do you guys recommend resting your pork once it goes in the Cambro? Thanks. Looks great!

    • @rickhamilton9970
      @rickhamilton9970 3 роки тому

      We like to have it rest at least one hour depending how long we have before turnin

    • @natesmultishop1814
      @natesmultishop1814 3 роки тому

      @@rickhamilton9970 wow thanks for the quick response! I’m headed to my first ever comp this weekend and am most concerned about my timing. Cheers 🍻

    • @rickhamilton9970
      @rickhamilton9970 3 роки тому +2

      @@natesmultishop1814 the best advice I can give you when you just start out is keep a diary of every step of the process for each meat. With that information develop a time line. After you have it just the way you want it follow that time line and your end result will the same every time

    • @natesmultishop1814
      @natesmultishop1814 3 роки тому

      @@rickhamilton9970 appreciate the advice! I have a notebook full of my process on all of my practice runs so far. I’ll stick to it. Thanks again!

  • @marksardelich9939
    @marksardelich9939 2 роки тому

    Where in Montana y'all located? I opened a new bbq spot in Red lodge. Real Texas BBQ called Red Lodge BBQ

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @MarkSardelich congrats on opening a new location! Especially when it is BBQ!!!!! We are located in Park City, Montana.

  • @recordman555
    @recordman555 2 роки тому +1

    Don't get me wrong please! I am a BBQ aficionado - culinary trained - all that blah-blah-blah. My MOST favourite meal is a southern-style smoked, slow roasted pork shoulder. I blend my own rub, etc., SO - I'm always keen to these types of videos. What's my "deal?" How, after the injection and profuse dry rub does the meat end up actually tasting like pork?! isn't this an honest question?

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому +1

      @Jon Usry we appreciate you watching the video and leaving a comment. Competition Pork is very different in nature of how we would cook for family, friends, and guests. However, we can promise, from more than enough experience, that you still get the flavor of pork using this prep style. Congrats on making your own rubs for your pork shoulders too! Always a pleasure to meet other food lovers out there!

  • @scottpaone4033
    @scottpaone4033 2 роки тому

    Do y'all not rest the meat?

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      We do rest the meat @ScottPaone. It is rested for at least one hour.

  • @glock907
    @glock907 2 роки тому +1

    The seasonings don’t go through the fat cap, and you don’t serve it, if you remove the fat cap you will season the meat under it and developed a bark

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому

      @ Steve Assmann we leave the fat cap on because as you may have noticed in the video, we do not put in butter on the main pork shoulder when we wrap the cut up to go back on the smoker. We leave that fat cap to allow the natural fats to help keep in the moisture in the meat and maintain that porky flavor.

  • @MooreMeat_KC_BBQ
    @MooreMeat_KC_BBQ 2 роки тому +1

    Not to sound like a turd because I really appreciate what you guys are doing here but I thought in KCBS you couldn’t separate the money muscle from the rest of the butt during the cook. On your guys competition brisket video you say that you can separate the point from the flat but not on the pork butt. It was asked & answered in the comments on the brisket video. Just want to make sure I’m understanding it correctly. Thanks again

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому +3

      @ChrisMoore in the past you weren't able to separate. That rule has changed. Pork is considered cooked at 140 Degrees Fahrenheit. At that point you can separated the money muscle and cook the two parts separately. Let us know if you have other questions! Happy to help.

  • @jasonb2297
    @jasonb2297 Рік тому +1

    When you pull.your money musle off and your butt to you open and cool down some before putting them.into the cambro for the rest

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  10 місяців тому

      We don't open the money muscle up when it comes off. We want to hold as much heat as possible. But we do let the pork but vent for a couple of minutes.

  • @rednef71
    @rednef71 Рік тому

    This is difficult to watch....because I want to devour all of this like a lion. Everybody should have a friend that knows how to BBQ like this.

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  10 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching!! We agree everyone should know how to BBQ like this!! Tell your friends.....

  • @xwagner76
    @xwagner76 Місяць тому

    How many times did you say “money muscle”? Maddening. I was busy and had this on in the background.

    • @seanhammer8157
      @seanhammer8157 2 дні тому

      That’s what it’s called in BBQ. Watch something else if you don’t like it.

  • @glock907
    @glock907 2 роки тому +1

    Why don’t you remove the fat cap

    • @MontanaOutlawBBQ
      @MontanaOutlawBBQ  2 роки тому +1

      @ Steve Assmann we leave the fat cap on because as you may have noticed in the video, we do not put in butter on the main pork shoulder when we wrap the cut up to go back on the smoker. We leave that fat cap to allow the natural fats to help keep in the moisture in the meat and maintain that porky flavor.