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The Good Charcoal Lump Charcoal - 27.5 lbs.
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Apr 9, 2025
carriem95_5074
5 out of 5 stars review

Best lump charcoal ever!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is by far our new favorite lump charcoal. The smell and flavor were outstanding. It’s a little on the pricey side but well worth it. It started quickly in a charcoal chimney. It burned evenly. We cooked breakfast for dinner and it turned out amazing.

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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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Mar 20, 2025
gracea3_3013
5 out of 5 stars review

A really good product!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Made some outstanding steaks using this product tonight. I’m very impressed! Good and easy to use. Honestly most impressed with the burn time. Easily lit, easily maintained, good overall temperature composure. Would definitely recommend!

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Mar 8, 2025
cecin8_3783
5 out of 5 stars review

High quality, good brand

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use The Good Charcoal Lump Charcoal (27.5 lbs) for both winter warmth and BBQ, and it has been an excellent choice. This lump charcoal is made from premium acacia wood, which burns hotter, cleaner, and longer than many other brands I’ve tried. It lights up quickly, produces minimal ash, and delivers a consistent, even heat—perfect for grilling meats and smoking flavors deeply into food. What I appreciate most is that The Good Charcoal Company is committed to sustainability and ethical sourcing. They use African Acacia wood, which is a denser hardwood, ensuring a longer-lasting burn while also supporting responsible forestry. Plus, this charcoal doesn’t contain fillers or chemicals, making it a healthier choice for cooking. Whether I’m using it to stay warm in the winter or firing up the grill, it’s reliable, efficient, and worth every penny. If you want high-quality, natural lump charcoal, this is definitely a great option!

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Mar 13, 2025
ashleyr1066_5995
4 out of 5 stars review

Great alternative

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We have never used any type of charcoal that is healthier and chemical free. I only took away one star because it was a little bit of a learning curve, and our first meal didn’t come out that great. We did steaks the second time and they came out good! The charcoal clumps were all different sizes but burnt really well, and it made us feel better than it was chemical free! I would buy again!

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Mar 15, 2025
trangn51_1045
5 out of 5 stars review

Make it good

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This charcoal lights up quick, burns hot, and lasts long enough to finish a meal without babysitting the grill. The bag was super easy to open. No weird chemicals, just clean smoke and great flavor—so your food tastes like BBQ, not a science experiment. Minimal ash means less mess, more grilling. Perfect for smoking, searing, or impressing your friends with your “grill skills.” 100% worth it

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Mar 13, 2024
Double Barrel Barbeque
5 out of 5 stars review

Fantastic new bag design for an AMAZING charcoal!!

WOW!!! That handle makes things so much easier!! What a great upgrade for an already fantastic charcoal. I appreciate all this company continues to do for the environment and our communities. 10/10 RECOMMEND!! Even brought a bag over as part of a housewarming gift to our new neighbors!

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Apr 14, 2025
toxictina_1017
5 out of 5 stars review

Good product

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The package was a bag of charcoal nothing different about it.has great burn time as well as additional flavor to food. It seemed to distribute heat well. As far as ash I’m not sure as I didn’t do clean up

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Dec 3, 2024
JLOPEZ
5 out of 5 stars review

Great Fuel!

I have been using this charcoal since I first saw it on the shelve, it really stood out from the rest. I am glad I did, it burns hot an even. As with most lump charcoal its not going to last as long as a briquette but the heat and flavor is perfect for almost any cook. I would definitely recommend this charcoal to any one looking to get the best burn possible.

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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.