{"product_id":"plum-wood-chips-chunks","title":"Plum Wood Chips \u0026 Chunks","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMild, sweet \u0026amp; slightly tart\u003c\/strong\u003e fruit smoke with elegant, clean flavour – one of the gentlest fruit woods. Plum adds subtle sweetness and a beautiful colour to meats without overpowering delicate flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoultry\u003c\/strong\u003e (chicken, turkey, whole birds or cuts – excellent skin colour and moisture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePork\u003c\/strong\u003e (ribs, shoulder, tenderloin, pulled pork, chops)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFish \u0026amp; seafood\u003c\/strong\u003e, beef (lighter cuts like tri-tip), vegetables, and light cheeses. Great choice for beginners, delicate meats, or when you want a refined fruity note.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmoke profile\u003c\/strong\u003e: Very mild and sweet with light tart undertones – similar to apple or peach but with its own unique elegance. One of the cleanest burning fruit woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable BBQs\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChips\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gas BBQs, Weber kettle, electric smokers – fantastic for short, light smoking sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChunks\u003c\/strong\u003e: Offset smokers, charcoal BBQs, Kamado grills, pellet smokers – perfect for longer cooks on poultry and pork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChips\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soak 15–30 minutes, drain well, and add to smoker box or foil pouch. Ideal for 30–90 minute sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChunks\u003c\/strong\u003e: Place 2–3 chunks directly on hot coals or in the firebox. No soaking required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Mixes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plum + Apple or Plum + Peach (triple fruit sweetness), Plum + Pecan (sweet \u0026amp; nutty balance), Plum + Hickory (mild contrast to bold smoke).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Guide – Wood Chips vs Chunks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood Chips (1kg packs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurn faster → perfect for quick smoking sessions (20–90 minutes).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egas BBQs\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekettle charcoal grills\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eelectric smokers\u003c\/strong\u003e, and short grill sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak in water for 15–30 minutes, drain well, then place in a smoker box, aluminium foil pouch (poke holes), or directly on hot coals. Use 2–3 handfuls (60–85g) per session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood Chunks (2kg packs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurn slower → excellent for long, low-and-slow cooks (2–8+ hours).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoffset smokers\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echarcoal BBQs\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKamado-style\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epellet grills\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Weber-style kettle grills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo soaking required. Place 2–4 chunks on hot coals or in the firebox. Add more as needed for extended cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tips for All Flavours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAim for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethin blue smoke\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(not thick white smoke) for best flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with less wood – you can always add more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for Australian favourites: brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken, fish, sausages, and veggies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a cool, dry place to maintain quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Venice Street Living","offers":[{"title":"Plum Wood Chips 1kg Bag","offer_id":46323137118358,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Plum Wood Chunks 2kg Bag","offer_id":46323137151126,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/venicestreetliving.com.au\/products\/plum-wood-chips-chunks","provider":"Venice Street Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}