7 best producers of charcoal for barbecue

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

With the arrival of summer, a large number of people appear who relax in nature. Charcoal grilled meat is offered as a gourmet meal. However, irresponsible choice of wood fuel can lead to a deterioration in the taste of an expertly seasoned kebab. The domestic market offers a huge range of solid fuels in paper bags. They differ in size and price. Our experts will help you to understand the intricacies of the selection of coal for the barbecue.

How to choose quality charcoal for the barbecue

Kinds. The quality of charcoal for barbecue depends on the raw materials used in the production.

1. Birch is considered to be the best type of wood for coal production. It does not emit carcinogenic compounds, it is easy to ignite, it gives a heat for a long time, and has an affordable price. Birch coals have a rich anthracite color, and when they burn, small sparks are formed on the surface.
2. Oak charcoal is distinguished by its high density and heavy 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 problems arise with the ignition of fuel.
3. Pine or aspen coals burn out very quickly. Users have about 20 minutes to prepare the dish. This type of coal has the lowest price, but in order to feed a cheerful company, you will have to purchase more than one package of fuel. In addition, during combustion, such fuel emits an unpleasant odor, its environmental friendliness is questioned by experts.

Fuel consumption. Most buyers buy coal with large reserves, since they do not know its consumption. There is a direct relationship between the amount of raw materials and the mass of pickled meat.

1. In the case of birch coals, a simple 1: 4 formula applies. It means that to prepare 4 kg of meat products, 1 kg of birch charcoal is required. We are talking about high quality products of the A.
2. Unmarked charcoal most often contains softwood or aspen. One refueling of the grill is enough for only one portion of chicken.

Producers' tricks. Many buyers do not even suspect that unscrupulous charcoal producers are using 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 the package simply says “charcoal” without specifying the composition, then this is a product of heat treatment of aspen, pine or spruce.
2. But if you can find a solid fuel labeled “birch coal”, do not relax. Sometimes this is just a deception, but often the catch lies in the mass. Instead of 3 kg, you can put only 2.5 kg in the same package.

Security measures. Inexperienced users get a lot of burns when lighting coals. The most common cause is a special liquid for producing fire. The law restricts the use of only liquid paraffins, but often manufacturers add technical alcohol, ether or kerosene, which are prone to sharp ignition. You can determine the quality of the liquid by smell. The paraffin-based liquid smells like melted candle. It is best to light the coals doused with lighter fluid with a long twig or wood chip. The hand should be protected with a canvas glove.

We have selected the 7 best producers of charcoal for grills in our review. All companies sell their products on the Russian market. When allocating seats, the opinion of the expert community and feedback from domestic consumers were taken into account.

Rating of the best producers of coal for barbecue

Nomination	a place	manufacturer	rating
Rating of the best producers of coal for barbecue	1	Supergrill	5.0
	2	Weber L. Lasting	4.9
	3	CHARCO	4.8
	4	SevZapugol	4.7
	5	everyday	4.6
	6	Palisad camping	4.5
	7	Grillkoff	4.4

Supergrill

Rating: 5.0

The products of the Russian company Supergrill allow you to quickly prepare the brazier for cooking tasty and healthy dishes. The manufacturer offers the domestic consumer charcoal and dry firewood of excellent quality. They have a high heat transfer, and coal is fireproof, since it does not form a strong flame. Northern birch is used for the manufacture of solid fuel. In the process of burning coal, experts did not find any carcinogenic compounds. The brand becomes the winner of our rating for convenient and reliable packaging, as well as the inclusion of a fan for ignition in the kit.

Lovers of outdoor recreation appreciated the quality of Supergrill coal, the convenience of packaging, and high heat transfer. The coals flare up quickly and smolder for a long time.

Advantages

• high heat transfer;
• fast ignition;
• reliable and convenient packaging;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• not found.

Weber L. Lasting

Rating: 4.9

A wide range of accessories for cooking over an open fire is produced by the American company Weber. It all began with the invention of the spherical grill by George Stephen. Russian consumers liked “Long Lasting” charcoal briquettes, which are characterized by stable heat release for 120 minutes. Quality wood became the basis of American solid fuel. Thanks to her, the coals are easily kindled and smolder for a long time.

Experts pay attention to the minimum ash formation, so users do not have any problems with disposal. In the process of burning, coals do not form an unpleasant odor, and no compounds hazardous to humans have been identified in the smoke. The brand ranks second in our ranking, behind the winner only in price.

Advantages

• long burning;
• fast ignition;
• environmental friendliness and safety;
• minimum garbage.

disadvantages

• high price.

CHARCO

Rating: 4.8

The Russian company CHARCO specializes in the production of a wide range of wood products. The catalog contains lumber, firewood, briquettes for heating, charcoal and other picnic accessories. The experts liked the variety of packaging. For example, Premium charcoal can be purchased in 9 versions, starting from 1 kg and ending with 45 liters. To simplify the ignition of the barbecue, the manufacturer offers a special liquid. The main raw material for the manufacture of charcoal is birch, which grows in the North-West region of Russia. The brand is in the third place in our ranking.

Users are satisfied with the absence of foreign odors, long-term smoldering, and convenient packaging. Among the disadvantages, there is a fine fraction and a large amount of dust.

Advantages

• a wide range of coal briquettes;
• variety of packaging;
• prolonged smoldering;
• environmental friendliness.

disadvantages

• a lot of dust and fines.

SevZapugol

Rating: 4.7

Since 2000, SevZapUgol has been supplying charcoal to the Russian market. The monthly productivity of the enterprise was at that time 30 tons. Outdated equipment did not allow to increase the volume and meet the increasing demand. From 2005 to 2008, new installations 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. In addition, charcoal for the barbecue can be purchased at all gas stations in the Leningrad Region, as well as in cafes. and restaurants.

The brand stopped one step away from the top three in the rankings due to some critical user reviews. Most of the complaints are about a lot of dust in the bags.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• no soot;
• developed distribution network;
• fast ignition.

disadvantages

• a lot of dust in the bags.

everyday

Rating: 4.6

The domestic company “Every Day” is famous for its low prices and good quality. Barbecue charcoal is no exception. The production company was established by the well-known retailer Auchan; the bulk of the products are sold in the stores of their own retail network. Experts praised the brand's charcoals for their fast ignition and long smoldering. The manufacturer offers different packaging to meet the demand of different buyers. The brand deservedly gets into our rating for the combination of affordable price and good quality.

Russian consumers in the reviews call such strengths of charcoal “Every day” as great heat transfer, low price, variety of packaging. The disadvantages include the presence of dust, the presence of very large pieces.

Advantages

• low price;
• fast ignition;
• prolonged smoldering;
• a wide range of packaging.

disadvantages

• many small and large fractions.

Palisad camping

Rating: 4.5

The Palisad Camping trademark is a variety of products for the care of the backyard and outdoor recreation. Charcoal for barbecue is made from birch wood, which is pyrolyzed. The result is a high quality solid fuel that has good heat dissipation. After combustion, some ash remains, which makes waste disposal easier. Experts highly appreciated the ease of ignition, combustion stability, no flame. The brand closes the TOP-6 of our rating.

Domestic consumers are satisfied with the quality of Palisad Camping charcoal. They give heat for a long time, allowing you to make several servings of a fragrant barbecue. The disadvantages include a poor choice of packaging and a shortage of products in the retail network.

Advantages

• high quality;
• minimum ash;
• long burning;
• environmental friendliness.

disadvantages

• a modest selection of packaging;
• deficit in the trading network.

Grillkoff

Rating: 4.4

The Grillkoff trademark appeared in 2004 with the aim of effectively selling the products of NPO Tverskoy Project LLC. The main activity of the company is limited to the production of picnic goods. Experts especially note the sale of products not only through the trade network of Russia, but also export deliveries to neighboring countries. The manufacturer's catalog contains a variety of charcoal for the barbecue. Here there are Economy products in plain paper packaging. The package with birch charcoal “Standard” looks more attractive. And for the most demanding customers, the “Premium” line has been created.

The brand ranks last in our ranking. Users note such positive qualities as an affordable price, long burning time, and a 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 package.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.