Did I Miss it? Anyone tried the new Weber branded charcoal?

[jswilson]

Just picked up some at Lowe's. 19.99 for a 20lb bag. Gonna give it a whirl in the vortex and see how hot it runs and how crispy these wings can get!

[Travis]

Looking forward to your review..


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[RottiGuy]

Me too!!

[Travis]

@jswilson thoughts?


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[Darko]

At that price, I may try a bag, if I see some

[MrHoss]

If it says Weber then it is better.

[56MPG]

Not sure if they switched to their own label now, but last time I had a meal at the Weber Grill in Chicago they were using this brand:

http://www.ibwcharcoal.com/



I was told they were trying to get this company to ramp up production and use the Weber brand - maybe that happened.

Of course, they have been known to use KBB too, probably a back up if they run out of the good stuff.


I love sitting at the counter and watching the action. They dump full bags in at once when they get low, and let 'er rip. With so much up-draft from the fans, and the bottom "vent" (really just an open cone shape) wide open, the flames are awesome! The ash carts are on wheels so they can be changed out quickly. They let the pile burn down until they can just flip the gate on top of the coals, and they use the back section for searing. From what I've seen the coals are in direct contact with the grate until it's time for another bag. The front section is baffled so it stays relatively cool, and they slide the meat back and forth as needed. The grates are unique too. (I have a detail pic I'll load later) the back section bars are rectangular shaped and look super heavy duty. They would have to be to hold up to that direct heat all day. The front section uses round stock.

Speaking of these ultra cool un-available kettles, anyone know what this contraption is on the back of some of the kettles? A new hinge maybe? @chefn58 ?


Oh, and I just ran across this. New to me. Anyone???

[Foster Dahlet]

Weber Charcoal is now at my local Home Depot, but it is still $20 for the bag.  I decided against purchasing....$20? At that price, my charcoal should make love to me.  Then, went to Walmart, which I usually try to avoid, but they normally carry Stubbs...turns out they have nothing right now except Kingsford.  So, I wound up having to get KBB.  I am not thrilled about it, but thems the breaks.

[charred]

@56MPG Cool pics and info. Thanks.

[HoosierKettle]

I love kbb but I really don't have any complaints of any briqs ive tried. I go through so much charcoal that I don't like spending more than 50 cents a pound. I like to play with lump for the sparks.


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[Wahoo95]

It's probably just private label KBB. Surely it's being produced and bagged by one of the ajar companies.

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[WEBERNV]

Hey guys, used the new Weber briquettes for the first time. Overall they seem to perform just fine, really similar to Stubbs. The smell during ignition was very mild, kinda like lump, and the ash production was similar to lump as well. I got consistent 400 degree temp (very windy conditions) in my 22" during my 1.5 hour wing cook. Here are some quick pics. Traditional KBB is the smaller briquette in the picture.















Overall, not bad. I would not hesitate to pick some up if you feel like trying something new.



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[kettlebb]

Looks similar to Stubbs.


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[Travis]

Looks similar to Stubbs.


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+1
Thanks for the review, man.


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[Darko]

If ash production is that low. It could be a game changer to me.