question: What is a good beer pairing for 12hr smoked brisket?
answer: A great choice for 12hr smoked brisket is AB:17 (Three Coffee Rye Imperial Porter.). Here's the recipe:
  This Three Coffee Rye Imperial Porter. features a complex malt bill including Pale Ale (9 kilograms), Rye (0.63 kilograms), and Amber (0.38 kilograms). The hopping schedule uses CO2 Extract (20grams @ start), and Willamette (50grams @ end) for balanced bitterness and aroma. Use freshly ground coffee for the best aromatic hit.