Every cut of the bird

Wings

Also drumettes, flats, party wings

Three joints. Tip is stock. Drumette and flat are the cook.

Per animal

2 whole wings (6 pieces if separated)

Per per bird

2

How to cook it

Smoke 275 then 425, or straight high heat. 185°F. Sauce after, or it burns.

Rarity

Retail wings are a commodity. Whole wings are cheaper if you joint them.

What to buy

Whole wings and joint them, or a party pack. Pat dry, salt ahead.

Money

Inflated by bars. Whole wings still make sense.

Trim

Tips off for stock. Separate drumette and flat for even cooking.

Leftovers

Cold from the fridge. Rarely worth reheating.

A bird does not make a platter. Party wings are many birds.

One cook in the library for wings.