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The Good Charcoal Lump Charcoal - 27.5 lbs.
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Mar 5, 2025
anthonyj710_6124
5 out of 5 stars review

Great for bbqs!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First time trying this and I had the pleasure on getting this from influenster and I must say I am very happy with how these coals perform.. They are not your regular charcoals this is actually wood and has a great smell and nice burn time. They last a while and it's great using a chimney starter for these coals..They take about 15-20 min to get fully ready and it leaves the meat a nice and smooth smoky taste..I highly reccomend this product as I have now switched to using these.

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Apr 29, 2025
daniellet2oo6_3476
4 out of 5 stars review

The Good Charcoal Company Premium Acacia Hardwood

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve used a lot of different charcoal brands over the years, but The Good Charcoal Company’s Premium Acacia Hardwood Lump Charcoal has quickly become a favorite. Right out of the bag, you can tell it’s high quality—large, clean pieces with no fillers or random scraps. It lights up quickly, burns noticeably hotter and more evenly than standard charcoal, and delivers a nice, clean smoke flavor without being overpowering. The longer burn time is a real bonus—perfect for when I’m doing slow-cooked ribs or smoking a brisket. I also really appreciate that it’s 100% acacia hardwood and sustainably sourced. It feels good to support a product that’s both high-performing and environmentally responsible. Whether you’re grilling burgers or getting serious with some low-and-slow barbecue, this charcoal gets the job done and then some. Highly recommended for backyard pitmasters and weekend grillers alike.

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Mar 5, 2025
janeth102_8732
5 out of 5 stars review

Efficient charcoal

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really good, clean burning lump charcoal with little ash remaining. The product gets hot and burns clear. Burns extremely efficient, allowing for stable temperatures during longer burn times. It's really helpful for those longer cooks. Impressive charcoal, to say the least! Definitely met my expectations.

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Mar 18, 2025
peppertaz_8284
5 out of 5 stars review

Lights easily and makes you want to BBQ

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This charcoal is not like the last charcoal I used. Previously had purchased the brick type of charcoal and I find it hard to light. I like the flavor of charcoal barbecue meat, but I have gotten away from it since it was more difficult for me. This charcoal has opened up a whole New World and we have broke out the charcoal barbecue. The bag was much lighter than it looked and the handle on top makes it very convenient. It opens easy and I do suggest you use something to scoop this out instead of your hands because it does transfer quite a bit and you get black everywhere. What is really nice is that it lights easily, I just used the clicker for a second and as you can see in one of the photos it already turned red. I also like that you can use a little or a lot depending on what you’re doing and how much heat might need and for how long.

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Mar 29, 2024
PDTinOK
1 out of 5 stars review

Very, very small pieces.

I have to sadly agree with the others knocking this product. It's inferior to the Frontier brand Sam's sold previously. I didn't have a piece larger than a golf ball in the whole bag, which makes it completely unusable in a kamado style grill. This clearly isn't a transportation problem either as my bag was surprisingly full. The bags were filled with small pieces.

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reply from The Good Charcoal Team

Dear PDTinOK,We appreciate your candid feedback regarding the size of our charcoal pieces. We understand that piece size is often seen as an important factor for grilling, given how charcoal has been marketed in the past. Our charcoal comes in a variety of piece sizes, but we have been working to increase the minimum size accepted in our bags over the past two months. For your specific Kamado Joe issue, with its wide grate, please email us at Hello@TheGoodCharcoal.com. Whether the pieces are on the smaller side or larger, our hardwood Acacia should still burn nice and hot. We want to ensure you have the best possible grilling experience, and our team would love to chat with you to solve the issue with your Kamado Joe grill grate and make our product better.

Mar 13, 2025
misssubscriptionbox_3248
5 out of 5 stars review

Flavortown!!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've never used charcoal this great. It heats evenly all over which is a major plus for me. The ash cleanup is really easy and not super messy like other charcoals. It was packaged well in a very sturdy well made bag. I really enjoyed the flavor it left on our meats though. It was the best. Definitely will be buying it.

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Mar 13, 2025
kekev1_6132
5 out of 5 stars review

Less needed

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like using The Good Charcoal Lump Charcoal, and it burns very hot. I can use a little less than usual for smaller amounts of food that I plan to grill, so I don't need to use as much as I normally would. The lump charcoal is of a nice size and is made without any chemicals or additives. The bag has a handle added at the top for easy carry.

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Aug 3, 2024
Billy
1 out of 5 stars review

Horrible product!

This stuff is terrible. The whole bag is small chunks, so getting enough airflow is almost impossible. If I leave my vents opened up for 20 minutes with any decent lump charcoal, it's at 700+ degrees. With this stuff, I'm struggling to maintain 250 after it's been lit for over an hour and a half. If you have a kamado style grill, then stay away from this stuff.

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reply from The Good Charcoal Team

Dear Billy,Thank you for your feedback. It’s surprising to hear about your experience since our Acacia charcoal is known for burning hot—many of our users even love it for making Margherita pizzas at around 900°F. We’d love to chat more about your experience and understand what might have gone wrong. Please email us at Hello@TheGoodCharcoal.com, and we’ll make it right for you.Best regards,Customer Service Team, TheGoodCharcoal.com

Dec 16, 2024
Sellers BBQ
5 out of 5 stars review

Great natural lump charcoal!

This is a great natural lump charcoal brand. You will not find a price this good in other big box stores. Outside of the price I am impressed with the quality of the product. I go through charcoal quickly with my frequent kamado joe cooking. This is a must have!

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Mar 7, 2025
brigarn2010_1356
5 out of 5 stars review

Lights easily, even heat

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This charcoal has so many good qualities. I made burgers using this. It lit so fast and heated evenly, which is important. It stayed lit, no issues. The burgers had a great charcoal grilled taste. This brand,The Good Charcoal, is made from acacia wood. This is 100% chemical free, great quality! This brand also supports the community, Feeding American in Needs. And simply, this bag is easy for anyone to carry to and from the grill to get started, it has a handle. I received this in exchange for my opinion

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