Steve P wrote:Tried the Kingsford "Competition" Briquettes this weekend...about two bags worth They are a bit more expensive than the regular Kingsford but are supposed to burn hotter (similar to lump charcoal).
Comparing it to thew same amount of regular Kingsford it does in fact burn about 15-20 degrees hotter (I've got a $100 thermometer on my smoker, so needless to say it's pretty accurate).
I like the Kingsford Competition but prefer the Royal Oaks brand.
I made the switch to natural charcoal 3-4 years ago, and won't go back to old school charcoal ever again.
A chimney lighter and good natural charcoal are 2 must have tools for any grilling session. (Although I don't practice what I preach, as I currently only have a propane grill)