I usually try to allot 2 hours per pound to be safe, but was late this time and thought wrapping to crutch through the stall would put me on time. I was mistaken lol. The instant pot got the meat to where it needed to be, but killed the bark and flavor profile I aim for.Yes Sir butts take a while to smoke, I've got a couple I'm going to smoke soon. I bought some by the case from a buddy that bought them at foodlion .99 a pound case price