Birch and Oak charcoal from BestCharcoal combines two wood types in one 10kg bag: the fast, clean burn of birch and the power and burn time of oak. That gives you a balanced glow with a mild smoke flavour, and therefore a charcoal you can use for both a quick weekday grilling session and a relaxed Sunday cook.
What Birch and Oak charcoal gives you
The birch catches quickly and provides a nice initial heat, after which the oak takes over and burns steadily. At around 180 degrees, one fill lasts about three hours. So you can sear over high heat and then cook through gently, without switching charcoal.
- Quick ignition thanks to the birch part
- Oak takes over for a stable temperature
- Little ash and a mild, broad smoke flavour
- Suits fish, poultry, red meat and vegetables
- 10kg bag, 100% natural with no additives
How to fire it up
Light a small part of the fill with firelighters and let the fire spread. Want a longer, slower session? Mix in some Quebracho Blanco charcoal. That way you tune the burn time to your dish, rather than the other way around.
Storing
Store dry and well sealed. Damp coals ignite slowly and produce unnecessary smoke; stored dry, the bag stays perfectly combustible for a long time.
Not sure which charcoal suits your way of firing up? Check out the full charcoal for your BBQ overview or browse the charcoal, smoking wood and firestarters category.
