Halifax Aussie Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 So from day one in Kamado Cooking I have being using Basques Sugar maple charcoal (natures own) and love the stuff, burns well nice flavour and Im used to the way it burns, so I stored 6 bags of it for winter as Costco stopped stocking it at the end of summer. now I only have 3 bags left and thats not going to last all winter if I use the Komodo 3 to 4 times a week. So i did some research and found a Fella that sells Charcoal on the side locally , I'm going to try this stuff the chunks are nice a big and it looks good but have not done a cook with it , 26.5 lbs for $20.00 , thats good for these parts of the woods So has anyone used this brand before?..... and what do you think? The Charcoal that i'm used too The new Stuff As you can see nice big Chunks cabby 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifax Aussie Posted September 30, 2013 Author Share Posted September 30, 2013 The Spiel : The wood we use in our hardwood lump charcoal blend is primarily Quebracho Blanco, mixed with other hard woods like Itin, and Guayacan. See description of Quebracho Blanco (White Axwood). You will find that our charcoal is denser than what is produced in North America, so our bags are smaller. The burn is hot and lasts an average 40% longer than the competition. That means that you refuel less often and when you need the heat, the BTU’s are there to do the job! As well, our lump blend imparts a fine, subtle flavor to all meats and vegetables cooked using this Great Charcoal product for fuel. As well, ash production is low. We select sizes between 20 and 80 mm. for our lump. There are minimal amounts of dust or small chips in our bags. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huronboy Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 For $20 seems like a good deal. Let us know how it cooks. cabby 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifax Aussie Posted October 6, 2013 Author Share Posted October 6, 2013 I got to use this new charcoal today on a 12 hour pork butt and it performed great , control of the temps were very easy and burned very slowly so there was a fair bit of lump left in the pit ,I going to use the two bags I brought and more a likely go back for more ! Anyone in the Halifax area want to got on this charcoal just PM me and I will hook ya up cabby 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffsmith Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 I got a couple bags from likely the same guy a few weeks back and have been really happy with it. Burns nice and slow and clean. Halifax Aussie and cabby 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifax Aussie Posted October 10, 2013 Author Share Posted October 10, 2013 Yep I also had another guy from this forum contact me as well and looks like he is going to use it too ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remoh Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 Pick up a couple bags for me and drop them off on your way home. Money is in the mail box. cabby and Halifax Aussie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifax Aussie Posted October 10, 2013 Author Share Posted October 10, 2013 No worries , just its that I didn't find the money its that I can't find the mail box:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabby Posted November 15, 2013 Share Posted November 15, 2013 Hello All. We are the supplier of this "GREAT" Charcoal located in Halifax. We would love to hear any feedback from those who have used our product. New shipment arrives today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabby Posted November 15, 2013 Share Posted November 15, 2013 New shipment of GREAT CHARCOAL arrives today in Halifax....would love to hear from anyone interested! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Cue Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 Looks like the Cowboy Lump I've been getting in terms of size. I love it when I open a new bag of lump and find a bunch of nice sized chunks in the bag instead of crushed up little pebbles and dust. I've only ever used Cowboy, RO, and BGE as that is all I can get where I am located but I don't really have many complaints about any of it, other than I seem to get a few rocks in the RO. A few times I've found rock chunks the size of a small fist in my bag, wasn't too happy about that but they have been better over the last few months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S60 Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 Looks like pretty standard South American or Argentinian charcoal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarett Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Thanks for the recommendation Halifax Aussie. I've been using Le Gourmet for my last few cooks and I'm very happy so far. I got mine from Cabby in Halifax as well. The chunks are large (one or two pieces were arguably too big!). It's also slightly cheaper per lb than Nature's Own at Costco (my favourite brand). And unlike Costco, Cabby supplies his charcoal year-round. Looks like I may have a new favourite. As you can see, I'm at the bottom of the bag and it still contains plenty of chunky charcoal. cabby and Teajunkie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syzygy Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 The size of the pieces and even the packaging look a lot like the Fogo Lump I am currently trying (also a Central American hardwood product). I'm really liking mine. The smoke smell is very different from the standard hickory, mesquite, and oak typically available around here...it's not exactly sweet smelling, but very pleasant and (if this is really possible) it doesn't smell "burned". It burns hot and consistent, lasts a good while and doesn't create a ton of ash though it does pop a decent amount when first lit. If yours is similar to that you have quite a winner at that price! cabby 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabby Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Thanks for all the great feedback! We have received a new shipment and should be ordering more soon. Possibly in smaller bags.With this "spring" weather, we could be "smoking" for a longer season. Please contact us if anyone needs more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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