Another best charcoal briquette thred...

chefman316 · 03-09-2016, 09:31 AM

So...we have a Backwoods Competitor insulated vertical cabinet smoker with a water pan, and looking for your opinion on the best charcoal briquette. We are looking for a clean flavor, consistent temp, and longest lasting.

Let us know your thoughts and why.

PatAttack · 03-09-2016, 09:51 AM

Stubb's or Kingsford Competition. (now known as Kingsford Professional)

Way less ash than KBB.

Jason TQ · 03-09-2016, 09:52 AM

We run lump in our backwoods with great results. The party I run overnight at events and do a quick reload in the morning when I foil meats. It doesn't totally need the reload to finish the big meats, but then chicken goes on after.

For briquettes I know a lot of good BWS teams running regular kingsford and a bunch using stubbs. You'll get all ends of the spectrum on replies here. Great bbq can be produced with all of them. So pick you poison.

WSMSMOKER · 03-09-2016, 10:12 AM

I use kingsford but was thonking of trying something but not sure what.

PatAttack · 03-09-2016, 11:20 AM

Here's a boatload of info on lump charcoal:

http://www.nakedwhiz.com/lump.htm

HTH!

mnbadger · 03-09-2016, 11:33 AM

Kingsford competition is the best I can find for the money. They always have a 2for1 bag sale at costco by me.

Bob C Cue · 03-09-2016, 12:04 PM

I believe the Brethren's consensus is:
- Stubb's is the bomb, the only one to use
- KBB is loaded with nuclear waste fillers
- Don't use briquettes, use lump as it runs hotter with less ash
- Don't like lump, runs too hot and the pieces are not uniform in size
- KBB is most consistent and you can really load up during the holiday sales
- KBB smells terrible
- Stubb's has an off-putting smell and takes longer to ash over
- Royal oak is the best one out there
- Check out Trader Joe's brand
- Who uses charcoal, use splits

Edit. Sorry forgot a few:
- Kingsford Comp is better than Stubb's
- Stubb's is better than Kingsford Comp
- Kingsford Comp and Stubb's are about the same
- Stubb's produces much less ash than KBB
- Why buy charcoal when you can make your own?

SmittyJonz · 03-09-2016, 12:15 PM

Stubbs

Harbormaster · 03-09-2016, 12:20 PM

The best briquettes I have found are either Royal Oak Chefs Select (40 lb bags through DoIt Best Hardware) or Stubbs.

Why? Very pleasing aroma, clean burning charcoals, minimal ash.

My "go to" is the ROCS because of the 40 lb bags and the DoIt Best hardware store is closer than Wal-Mart (the only place I can get Stubbs) and it's a little less expensive.

wtxsmoker · 03-09-2016, 12:26 PM

I don't use charcoal that often. But when I do its Royal Oak Select.
Why?? it does not stink as bad as all the rest of that crap.

chefman316 · 03-09-2016, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob C Cue

I believe the Brethren's consensus is:
- Stubb's is the bomb, the only one to use
- KBB is loaded with nuclear waste fillers
- Don't use briquettes, use lump as it runs hotter with less ash
- Don't like lump, runs too hot and the pieces are not uniform in size
- KBB is most consistent and you can really load up during the holiday sales
- KBB smells terrible
- Stubbs has an off-putting smell and takes longer to ash over
- Royal oak is the best one out there
- Check out Trader Joe's brand
- Who uses charcoal, use splits

That sounds about right hahahahah

CUTigerQ · 03-09-2016, 01:56 PM

Stubbs...just Stubbs.

D0ughB0y · 03-09-2016, 01:59 PM

I just recently picked up a bag of Stubbs based on what I've been reading here. Getting it started is a smokey, stinky cloud of terrible. Once it starts rolling though, I'm pretty pleased with the results.

backdraftbbq · 03-09-2016, 02:07 PM

I've been using Trader Joe's Hardwood Briquettes and I've been very happy with it. $7.99/18# bag.

AussieMatt · 03-09-2016, 02:11 PM

I've switched to GFS briqs and lump. Work for me and the briqs don't stink.

03-09-2016, 09:31 AM	#1
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03-09-2016, 09:51 AM	#2
PatAttack somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-19-11 Location: In the Marsh	Stubb's or Kingsford Competition. (now known as Kingsford Professional) Way less ash than KBB. __________________ "You have never lived until you have almost died". "For those who fight for it, life has a flavor the protected will never know".-Unknown Vietnam Soldier 22" WSM 22" Weber Gold Weber Smoky Joe Weber Gasser Rec-Tec 590

03-09-2016, 09:52 AM	#3
Jason TQ somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 01-10-11 Location: Lawrenceville, GA	We run lump in our backwoods with great results. The party I run overnight at events and do a quick reload in the morning when I foil meats. It doesn't totally need the reload to finish the big meats, but then chicken goes on after. For briquettes I know a lot of good BWS teams running regular kingsford and a bunch using stubbs. You'll get all ends of the spectrum on replies here. Great bbq can be produced with all of them. So pick you poison. __________________ -Jason I didn't choose D-Canoe life..........

03-09-2016, 11:20 AM	#5
PatAttack somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-19-11 Location: In the Marsh	Here's a boatload of info on lump charcoal: http://www.nakedwhiz.com/lump.htm HTH! __________________ "You have never lived until you have almost died". "For those who fight for it, life has a flavor the protected will never know".-Unknown Vietnam Soldier 22" WSM 22" Weber Gold Weber Smoky Joe Weber Gasser Rec-Tec 590

03-09-2016, 11:33 AM	#6
mnbadger Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-24-15 Location: Rochester Minnesota	Kingsford competition is the best I can find for the money. They always have a 2for1 bag sale at costco by me. __________________ Large BGE, 80 gallon home built offset, Weber Jumbo Joe.

03-09-2016, 10:12 AM	#4
WSMSMOKER Wandering around with a bag of matchlight, looking for a match. Join Date: 03-02-16 Location: Morton Grove, IL	I use kingsford but was thonking of trying something but not sure what.

03-09-2016, 12:04 PM	#7
Bob C Cue Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 05-16-14 Location: St. Louis, MO	I believe the Brethren's consensus is: - Stubb's is the bomb, the only one to use - KBB is loaded with nuclear waste fillers - Don't use briquettes, use lump as it runs hotter with less ash - Don't like lump, runs too hot and the pieces are not uniform in size - KBB is most consistent and you can really load up during the holiday sales - KBB smells terrible - Stubb's has an off-putting smell and takes longer to ash over - Royal oak is the best one out there - Check out Trader Joe's brand - Who uses charcoal, use splits Edit. Sorry forgot a few: - Kingsford Comp is better than Stubb's - Stubb's is better than Kingsford Comp - Kingsford Comp and Stubb's are about the same - Stubb's produces much less ash than KBB - Why buy charcoal when you can make your own? __________________ MAK 1Star Weber OTG Pit Barrel Cooker Thermapen Classic Thermoworks Smoke [I]Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast[/I]. Last edited by Bob C Cue; 03-09-2016 at 03:43 PM..

03-09-2016, 12:15 PM	#8
SmittyJonz somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-17-13 Location: Burleson Tx	Stubbs __________________ NO Such Thing as Over Smoked - just Over Dirty Smoked.............

03-09-2016, 12:20 PM	#9
Harbormaster somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-14-06 Location: Wyocena/Pardeeville, WI Name/Nickname : Clark	The best briquettes I have found are either Royal Oak Chefs Select (40 lb bags through DoIt Best Hardware) or Stubbs. Why? Very pleasing aroma, clean burning charcoals, minimal ash. My "go to" is the ROCS because of the 40 lb bags and the DoIt Best hardware store is closer than Wal-Mart (the only place I can get Stubbs) and it's a little less expensive. __________________ Clark My Boys: Joseph (EI); Andrew (EE); Daniel (EE) My Toys: 10 WSMs (B, C, E, DH, DA, EZ, DZ, EO, DU, DR); 5 - 22.5" Bar-B-Q-Kettles; 2 - 18.5" Bar-B-Q-Kettle; 4 WGAs (EZ, DE, N, B); 2 SJPs ( DR, DR); 2 Smokey Joes (A, K); Brinkman Cimmaron. "For when democracy becomes tyranny, those of us with rifles still get to vote"

03-09-2016, 12:26 PM	#10
wtxsmoker Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 10-30-11 Location: Lubbock tx	I don't use charcoal that often. But when I do its Royal Oak Select. Why?? it does not stink as bad as all the rest of that crap.

03-09-2016, 01:56 PM	#12
CUTigerQ is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-16-10 Location: Marietta, Ga	Stubbs...just Stubbs. __________________ Allen - Marietta Swine District - Competition BBQ Team Stumps Smokers Stretch Gateway Drum ORANGE Thermapen Flame Boss 500

03-09-2016, 01:59 PM	#13
D0ughB0y Take a breath! Join Date: 12-21-09 Location: US	I just recently picked up a bag of Stubbs based on what I've been reading here. Getting it started is a smokey, stinky cloud of terrible. Once it starts rolling though, I'm pretty pleased with the results. __________________ 22.5 WSM, Traeger Lil Tex, Jumbo Joe Prem 22, CB22 Rotisserie, Weber Prem Kettle

03-09-2016, 02:07 PM	#14
backdraftbbq Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-08-15 Location: Stamford, CT	I've been using Trader Joe's Hardwood Briquettes and I've been very happy with it. $7.99/18# bag. __________________ Myron Mixon V33 Rec Tec RT-680 Rec Tec Stampede Rec Tec Mini Gateway Drum 24' Freedom Enclosed Porch Trailer Flame Boss Mike's Hot Honey Grill Grates

03-09-2016, 02:11 PM	#15
AussieMatt Babbling Farker Join Date: 04-23-14 Location: Tallmadge, OH Name/Nickname : Matt	I've switched to GFS briqs and lump. Work for me and the briqs don't stink. __________________ God save the Queen, God bless America, God defend New Zealand and thank Christ for Australia! Weber Original 22" - RIP UDS Fiskgriddle Weber Kettle Premium - Copper