7 best charcoal manufacturers for charcoal grills

With the advent of summer comes a large number of people who vacation in nature. Meat, cooked on coals, is offered as a gourmet dish. However, an irresponsible attitude to the choice of wood fuel can lead to a deterioration in taste of expertly seasoned kebab. On the domestic market there is a huge range of solid fuel in paper bags. They differ in size and price. To understand the intricacies of selecting charcoal for the grill will help our experts.

How to choose a quality charcoal for a charcoal grill

Types.The quality of charcoal for charcoal grills depends on the raw materials used.

1. Birch is considered the best type of wood for charcoal. It does not emit carcinogenic compounds, is easy to ignite, gives a long heat, has an affordable price. Birch coals have a rich anthracite color, and during combustion small sparks form on the surface.
2. Oak charcoal is characterized by high density and high weight. Such solid fuel is recommended for long-term cooking, for example, in a cafe or during a corporate party. But the price of oak coal is high, and there are problems with the ignition of fuel.
3. Pine or aspen coals burn very quickly. Users have about 20 minutes to prepare a dish. This charcoal is the cheapest type, but you will need more than one bag of fuel to feed the merry company. In addition, during the combustion of such fuel emits an unpleasant odor, and its environmental friendliness is questioned by experts.

Fuel Consumption. Most customers buy charcoal in large quantities, t. k. do not know its consumption. There is a direct correlation between the amount of raw materials and the weight of the marinated meat.

1. In the case of birch coals, the simple formula 1:4 applies. It means that for preparing 4 kg of meat you need 1 kg of birch charcoal. We are talking about high-quality products of grade A.
2. Unmarked charcoal most often contains coniferous wood or aspen. One charcoal grill filling is enough for just one batch of chicken.

Producers tricks.Many buyers are unaware that unscrupulous charcoal makers use a number of tricks to cheat.

1. The most common is the use of cheap raw materials. Most often low-grade products are sold along roads, in markets, in budget chain stores. If it simply says “charcoal” on the packet without specifying the composition, it is the product of heat treatment of aspen, pine, or spruce.
2. But if you manage to find a solid fuel with the label “birch charcoal”, do not relax. Sometimes it’s just a scam, but often the catch is in the mass. You can put only 2.5 kilograms in the same bag instead of 3 kilograms.

Safety measures. Inexperienced users get a lot of burns when kindling coals. Most often the cause is a special liquid to produce a fire. The law restricts the use of only liquid paraffin, but often manufacturers add industrial alcohol, ether or kerosene, which are prone to rapid ignition. You can tell the quality of a liquid by its smell. Liquid on the basis of paraffins smells like a melted candle. It is best to light coals doused with kindling fluid, using a long twig or chip. The hand should be protected with a tarpaulin glove.

We selected the 7 best charcoal manufacturers for charcoal grills in the review. All companies sell their products on the Russian market. In allocating the places we took into account the opinion of the expert community and feedback from domestic consumers.

Rating of the best charcoal producers for charcoal grills

Supergrill

Rating: 5.0

Quickly prepare the grill for cooking tasty and healthy meals allows the products of the Russian company Supergrill. The manufacturer offers the domestic consumer charcoal and dry wood of excellent quality. They have a high heat output, and charcoal is notable for its fire safety, t. k. Does not produce a strong flame. Northern birch is used for solid fuel. In the process of burning coal experts have not found carcinogenic compounds. The brand is the winner of our rating for its user-friendly and reliable packaging, as well as for the inclusion of a kindling torch.

Nature lovers appreciate the quality of Supergrill charcoal, easy packing, high heat output. The coals burn quickly and smolder for a long time.

Advantages

• high heat output;
• quick ignition;
• reliable and convenient packaging;
• affordable price.

Disadvantages

• has not been detected.

Weber L.Lasting

Rating: 4.9

A wide range of accessories for cooking on an open fire produces the American company Weber. It all started with George Stephen’s invention of the spherical grill. Russian consumers liked the charcoal briquettes “Long Lasting”, which have a stable heat emission for 120 minutes. American solid fuel is based on quality wood. it makes the charcoal easy to ignite and smolders for a long time.

Experts draw attention to minimal ash formation, so users have no problems with disposal. The coals do not produce an unpleasant odour during combustion, no compounds hazardous to humans have been detected in the smoke. The brand ranks second in our ranking, second only to the winner in price.

Advantages

• Long burning;
• quick ignition;
• environmental friendliness and safety;
• minimum waste.

Disadvantages

• high price.

CHARCO

Rating: 4.8

The Russian company CHARCO specializes in a wide range of wood products. The catalog includes lumber, firewood, heating briquettes, charcoal and other picnic accessories. Experts liked the variety of packaging. For example, Charcoal Premium can be purchased in 9 versions, ranging from 1 kg to 45 liters. To simplify the kindling of the grill, the manufacturer offers a special liquid. The main raw material for charcoal production is birch, which grows in the Northwest region of Russia. The brand falls in third place in our ranking.

Users are happy with the lack of extraneous odors, long smoldering time, convenient filling. Of the disadvantages noted the small fraction and a large amount of dust.

Advantages

• A wide range of coal briquettes;
• Variety of packing;
• Long Lasting Smoldering;
• eco-friendliness.

Disadvantages

• lots of dust and fines.

SevZapUgol

Rating: 4.7

SevZapUgol has been supplying the Russian market with charcoal since 2000. Monthly capacity of the company was 30 tons at the time. Outdated equipment did not allow to increase the volume and meet the increasing demand. From 2005 to 2008 new plants were purchased, each of them began to produce up to 90 tons of coal per month. Experts note the active cooperation of the company with such large retail chains as “Pyaterochka”, “Karusel”, “Perekrestok”, “Castorama”, etc. d. In addition, you can buy charcoal for the grill at all gas stations in the Leningrad region, as well as in cafes and restaurants.

The brand stopped one step short of the top three ranking because of some critical user feedback. Most complaints are about the large amount of dust in the bags.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• lack of soot;
• developed goods distribution network;
• quick ignition.

Disadvantages

• a lot of dust in packages.

Every day

Rating: 4.6

Domestic company “Every Day” is famous for its low prices and good quality. Charcoal for the charcoal grill is no exception. The production company is created by the well-known retailer Auchan; the main part of the products is sold in the stores of its own retail network. Experts praised the brand charcoals for quick ignition and long smoldering period. The manufacturer offers a wide variety of sizes to meet the needs of different customers. The brand deservedly gets into our rating for its combination of affordable price and good quality.

Russian consumers in their reviews call such strengths of charcoals “Every day” as a great heat output, low price, a variety of packages. The disadvantages should include the presence of dust, the presence of very large pieces of.

Advantages

• low price;
• quick ignition;
• long smoldering time;
• wide range of packages.

Disadvantages

• Many small and large fractions.

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low camping

Rating: 4.5

The Grillkoff trademark was created in 2004 in order to effectively sell the goods of the Tverskoff Project Scientific and Production Association LLC. The main activity of the company is limited to the production of goods for picnics. Experts particularly note the sale of products not only through the Russian trade network, but also exports to neighboring countries. The manufacturer’s catalog offers a variety of charcoals for charcoal grills. Here there are “Economy” products in simple paper packaging. A package of birch charcoal “Standard” looks more attractive. And for the most demanding customers created a line of “Premium”.

The brand ranks last in our rating. Users note such positive qualities as affordable price, long burning, rich assortment. The disadvantages include a large amount of dust in the bag.

Advantages

• low price
• rich assortment;
• export to neighboring countries;
• long burning.

Disadvantages

• A lot of dust in the bag.