Michael, I'm delighted to hear that your lack of enthusiasm for the sauce after smoking it didn't extend to the brisket. Phew!

Sorcha, I received your sause safely but haven't opened it yet; I figured I should wait until I at least knew when the cook-in is going to happen. Though, honestly, I think all that vinegar and salt will prederve it just fine, even unsealed.

Anyway, thank you (!!!) -- and let me know if you'd rather I went ahead and tasted.

Claire