I have run out of my Royal Oak Chef's Select, and can no longer buy any locally.
My other favorite all hardwood briquette is Stubb's, but I can only get it at Lowe's and it is a bit pricey (Walmart used to carry it for less).
I just bought a bag of Embers (R.O. Ridged Briquettes bagged for Home Depot) to try. I haven't used a standard, wood/coal/limestone charcoal in a long time. I may need to buy some lighter fluid for the full "memory lane" effect!
I still do most of my grilling over Royal Oak Lump, but the last two bags that I bought at Home Depot did not have the little "Made in USA" label on the bag. I haven't had any issues with it, but I think thatit may be imported...