Oxtail Is More Expensive Than Steak… But Is It Worth the Smoke?

Oxtail used to be considered a cheap cut of beef… so how did it become one of the most expensive pieces of meat in the case? Today on Smokin’ n Drinkin’ we’re firing up the smoker to find out if BBQ smoked oxtail is actually worth the hype — or if this once affordable cut has become overpriced. We smoke it low and slow, braise it until tender, and put it through the Worth the Smoke test: 🔥 Flavor ⏰ Effort 💵 Value Is oxtail the ultimate hidden gem… or are we paying premium prices for mostly bone? Grab a drink, fire up the smoker, and let's find out if oxtail is Worth the Smoke. GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO: Grill Caddy, BBQ Caddy for Outdoor Grill - https://amzn.to/44EI44B Traeger Pro 22 Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker - https://amzn.to/4u7rwxf Traeger Grills Signature Blend 100% All-Natural Wood Pellets - https://amzn.to/4y8eCSa Oklahoma Joe's Leather Smoking Gloves - https://amzn.to/3SRR9ok Taylor Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer - https://amzn.to/437c2xq LEM Products 18” Jerky Rack - https://amzn.to/4ofbiQI (Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) FOLLOW SMOKIN’ N DRINKIN’ YouTube:    / @smokinndrinkin   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Instagram:   / smokinndrinkin.co   Website: https://www.smokinndrinkin.com 🎵 Music Used in This Video "Devil of the Town" - Kenzo Almond Licensed via Epidemic Sound 🔥 Subscribe for more wood-fired eats and fermentation feasts! BBQ Smoke & Spirit: Wood-Fired Eats and Fermentation Feasts #BBQ #Oxtail #PelletSmoker #SmokedMeat #SmokinNDrinkin 00:00 - Oxtail Got Expensive 00:39 - What is Oxtail? 02:54 - Seasoning The Meat 04:16 - Onto The Smoker 06:26 - Time To Braise 15:58 - Cocktail 18:26 - Time To Glaze 19:36 - The Final Result 20:25 - The Taste Test 21:48 - Worth The Smoke Score 22:56 - Final Verdict