how to cook a brisket on a charcoal grill
But have no fear: The art of smoking a brisket is as easy as painting by the numbers if you follow our simple steps using KingsfordÂ® Charcoal. 1  1. Prepping the brisket. Start with a brisket in the 10- to 12-pound range, which is just the right size to fit on the grill. 2  2. Prepping your cooker for smoking.