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Our pick B&B Charcoal Oak Lump Charcoal
Why: B&B is the lump-charcoal choice here; Smoked BBQ Source reports that its charcoal-making process uses no additives.12 That declaration gives buyers who avoid added ingredients a concrete reason to choose it.2
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Our pick Gozney Dome Wood
Why: Its pieces are about 5.5 inches long, versus approximately 12 inches for the Alfa box; that shorter length is the reason to choose it when firebox space is tight.34 The ash-and-beech mixture comes in a roughly 19.8-pound package.5
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Our pick Weber GrillMaster Blend All-Natural Hardwood Pellets
Why: Its maple, hickory and cherry blend saves you mixing separate bags yourself.67 Smoked BBQ Source describes its flavor as mild and balanced, making it our choice when you prefer a gentler smoke taste.6
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Our pick Meeco's Red Devil SureStart Firelighting Squares
Why: SureStart uses compressed wood fiber and wax, a straightforward choice if you prefer a fiber-based starter.8 Meeco says the squares light even when wet, useful if a starter gets damp before you light it.8
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Our pick Weber Apple Wood Chips
Why: The maker’s suggested sweet apple profile makes these chips a useful starting choice for smoked fish. Follow your cooker’s instructions for using wood chips.910
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