• Each charcoal order includes five 10 pound bags.

• 100 % pure charred hardwood
• Chemical free
• Natural chunk form
• Good old fashioned campfire flavor
• Lights without charcoal lighter fluid
• Burns hotter
• Environmentally friendly

How is hardwood charcoal different than charcoal briquettes?

Generally speaking, manufacturers grind small pieces of natural charcoal (not necessarily hardwood) to face powder consistency. Then they mix it with 60% fillers (i.e., sand, straw, etc.). It is bound together with a petroleum coating to hold its form. It takes so long to turn a gray ash color because you must first burn off the chemical coating. Using lighter fluid adds one more chemical to your cooking process.

How is natural charcoal made?

All our charcoal is made from Ozark hardwoods, primarily oak and hickory. These low-resin hardwoods have long been recognized for their superior charcoal. They produce a very dense charcoal that burns cleanly and gives a high amount of energy for its weight.

The wood is stacked in large steel ovens where the temperature inside rises to approximately 900 ° , which cooks the liquors out of the wood. The wood becomes carbonized—creating natural hardwood charcoal.

How do I start my Hasty-Bake Hardwood Charcoal?

You can start your Hasty-Bake charcoal a number of ways. Our favorite process is to use Firelighters, which are oversized kitchen matches made of wood particles. Firelighters provide a solid 2” flame for 6 to 8 minutes. And they are free of chemicals! If you own a Hasty-Bake, lay one or two matches on the ash pan and position the fire box approximately one inch above it.

The Hasty-Bake philosophy:

For over 50 years we have been leaders in the barbecue industry. It is our belief that superior flavor and healthier meals are a result of using pure, chemical-free hardwood charcoal. Petroleum products have their place. But, given the choice, why taint the flavor of your food? We prefer to enjoy great campfire flavor as it was intended!

Hasty-Bake Hardwood Charcoal, used in conjunction with our Hasty-Bake Charcoal Ovens, is a winning combination! You can grill, bake or smoke a variety of foods to perfection including red meats, fish, vegetables, fruits, stews, and even breads. Imagination is the only limitation!

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