Root Beer Glazed Ham

🧂 Ingredients

• 1 spiral cut ham

  about 6-7 pounds, bone-in
• 1-2 tablespoons whole cloves for studding the ham

  (optional)
• Aluminum drip pan
• For glaze:
• 2 1/2 cups root beer
• 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger

Instructions

• 1 Prepare the smoker for 210 degrees F. Add wood of choice.
  
  The cook time for this recipe can take anywhere from 4-6 hours, so plan your
  fuel needs accordingly.
• 2 Remove ham from wrapping and set onto a large cutting board. Stud the large top
  layer with cloves. (optional)
• 3 Once the smoker is up to temp, place ham into the smoker, set the drip pan
  underneath, close the lid, and let it go for 2 ½ hours. Keep an eye on the
  temperature, and adjust as needed.
• 4 Prepare the root beer glaze. Measure out root beer, and let sit for 20 minutes
  to flatten a bit. Mix all baste ingredients with root beer together in a bowl.
  Cover bowl and set aside until ready to use.
• 5 Apply the first layer of glaze after the 2 ½ hour mark. Repeat this process
  every 40-45 minutes until the glaze runs out or the ham reaches an internal
  temperature of 140 degrees F.
• 6 Carefully remove ham from the smoker and place it onto a clean cutting board.
  Let it rest long enough to handle; about 10-15 minutes. Carve and serve.

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