Remove the ribs from the packaging and place on a baking pan. With a spoon or knife, peel off the membrane from the bone side of the ribs and discard. Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel.

In a small bowl, combine ⅓ cup whiskey and 6 ounces soda. Pour half the contents over the meaty side of the ribs and rub in. Turn the ribs over and pour the remaining mixtures over the ribs. Cover with plastic wrap and let set about 45 minutes, or until the ribs reach room temperature.

Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees F. While the coals are getting ready, place the ribs on a wire rack and season all sides generously with the Rib Rub and let set 30 minutes.

Hang or place the ribs on the smoker. Add some mesquite and cherry or apple wood chunks. Shut the lid and smoke for 2 hours.

Pull the ribs off the smoker and wrap with either pink paper or aluminum foil.

Place the ribs back on the smoker and continue to smoke for about 2 hours, or until when you bend the ribs slightly they begin to crack. You may need to add more wood to maintain 250 degrees F. while smoking. Note: If you are using paper, the cook time will be about 30 minutes longer.

Mix the remaining whiskey and Sprite in a spray bottle. Remove the paper or foil and place them back on the smoker and with the lid open. Cook the ribs and additional 10 minutes, spraying twice with the whiskey mixture.

Let the ribs set for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.