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austin87

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Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« on: February 23, 2015, 11:45:01 AM »
My mom sent me a 35lb bag of Fogo charcoal for my birthday - thanks Mom! As far as I can tell it's a mix of South American hardwoods and is really highly rated on Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Fogo-FHWC35LB-35-Pound-Hardwood-Charcoal/dp/B009P166SU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1424723753&sr=8-1&keywords=fogo+lump+charcoal

Has anyone used it or have any tips for it? I used to use mesquite lump years ago but was too green to use it properly and wasn't consistent enough in how much I used, how I lit it, etc., and turned out some sub-par food. Recently I've been using KBB because it's it's really cheap at the local Home Depot in the off season. I have a much better handle on temps and consistency so looking forward to giving this lump a try. I should get some lit up in this week and will report back my own findings.

Oh - and another symptom of Weberitis... when you see "KBB" you automatically think of "Kingsford Blue Bag" rather than "Kelley Blue Book"!

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ClubChapin

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #1 on: February 23, 2015, 02:49:48 PM »
That is my all time favorite lump.  It burns long and creates little ash.

Naked Whiz Review:
http://www.nakedwhiz.com/lumpdatabase/lumpbag103.htm
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austin87

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #2 on: February 23, 2015, 03:04:38 PM »
Quote from: ClubChapin on February 23, 2015, 02:49:48 PM
That is my all time favorite lump.  It burns long and creates little ash.

Naked Whiz Review:
http://www.nakedwhiz.com/lumpdatabase/lumpbag103.htm

Would you go with 1/2 of a full size Weber chimney for a standard cook in a 22.5" Kettle? I've also heard this shuts down really well when the vents are closed off and can be used many times.
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ClubChapin

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #3 on: February 23, 2015, 05:03:39 PM »
Honestly, I've only used it in my kamado.  It does shut down well and re-use well.  KBB does for me in the kettle too.

I'd start with your normal load, then see how much less you use on a cook.

I should add that, while that is my favorite lump, I do not use it often as it is also the most expensive.  I use a Lazarri lump that is, at least near me, much cheaper.
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order66

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #4 on: February 26, 2015, 03:08:41 PM »
I got a full 35lb bag with a CL Kettle steal last fall. I find that it is hard to light and its like a big bag o' logs...HUGE pieces.
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austin87

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #5 on: February 26, 2015, 05:03:46 PM »
The pieces are enormous. Softballs, some are larger. I didn't have any trouble lighting but I don't think I used enough on my first cook with it. I ended up dumping KBB on top to raise the heat.

Second attempt tonight. Starting with a full chimney and seeing where we get to.
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1buckie

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #6 on: February 26, 2015, 05:11:41 PM »
Got big pieces of charcoal?



Cook bigger pieces of food...... 8)



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austin87

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #7 on: February 26, 2015, 05:18:37 PM »
Quote from: 1buckie on February 26, 2015, 05:11:41 PM
Got big pieces of charcoal?



Cook bigger pieces of food...... 8)



And the daily CL search of a 26er continues... One day 1buckie!
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1buckie

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #8 on: February 26, 2015, 05:45:51 PM »
I'd never want to sway you from a 26'er.....that's just a 22.......

the charcoal was a tree burl I found in a bag of "Best of the West" mesquite lump....bigger than a breadbox (or beef ribs)

So, this FOGO stuff looks kinda pricey.....if you're able, maybe stick up a few pics of the stuff unlit.....

it might tend to act like Wicked Good, then I have some possible ideas.....
« Last Edit: February 26, 2015, 05:48:24 PM by 1buckie »
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ClubChapin

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #9 on: February 26, 2015, 06:01:30 PM »
This isn't from Fogo, but Lazzari.  I prefer Fogo, but use Lazzari.  $15 for a 40Lbs. Bag @ Cash and Carry.  Cheaper than KBB.

https://www.smartfoodservice.com/shopping/searchProducts/


Spent:


Bottom of the bag:


A beautiful large piece:
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1buckie

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #10 on: February 26, 2015, 06:35:17 PM »
Yeah, the Lazzari is made right down in the Bay Area....I got lost driving around down there & came upon the back side of the factory unexpectedly......fun day.....it's pretty good stuff & for reasonable....

I did look at the FOGO pics on the Whiz & it seems like it might work a bit like Wicked.....that stuff takes a bit to get going & you have to make sure each piece catches, but it will go forever with good setup.....
Seems like FOGO is pretty dense & completely carbonized like that & breaking into maybe double or triple briquette size pieces & being sure it's lit works good.....
Lump is weird in that if it's broken down too small, it's just seems to burn thru too quick, even the best kinds.....
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ClubChapin

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #11 on: February 26, 2015, 06:47:40 PM »
I like using small (1/2 briquette) to medium (6" x 1.5") size pieces.  Bigger than that and they get saved for pizza.  Lots of grate airflow around larger pieces.  I'm not a fan of the small chips and dust at the bottom of a bag.
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1buckie

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #12 on: February 26, 2015, 07:01:51 PM »
Yeah !!!  Pizza logs !!!  Good idea.......

I save off the small chips in a plastic snap lid coffee can & use them like this:



....burn insurance for snake / chains.....
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ClubChapin

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #13 on: February 26, 2015, 07:04:58 PM »
Quote from: 1buckie on February 26, 2015, 07:01:51 PM
I save off the small chips in a plastic snap lid coffee can & use them like this:

....burn insurance for snake / chains.....

That's a grate idea.  I'll have to start this.  Nicer than pouring them on my grate and loosing half or more simply falling through or restricting airflow.
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austin87

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Re: Anyone use Fogo charcoal?
« Reply #14 on: March 01, 2015, 10:06:37 PM »
Moving this to a new topic - will come back with the link shortly

Update more discussion on this here http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/grilling-bbqing/charcoal-weight-vs-volume/
« Last Edit: March 01, 2015, 11:34:26 PM by austin87 »
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