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• 100% natural ingredients
• Ready to cook on in 15 minutes
• Long burn time*

Since 1920, Kingsford® Original Charcoal has been the gold standard of grilling. Made in the USA with North American ingredients. With 100% natural ingredients, Kingsford® Original gives BBQ lovers the smoky wood-fired flavor they crave. Our Original briquets are great for any grilling occasion. Whether you’re smoking a brisket, grilling up vegetables or firing up the grill at your next tailgate, Kingsford® Original delivers the best in authentic BBQ flavor. In fact, Kingsford® lights faster^† than competitive brands, giving you the ultimate grilling experience — every time. Available in a variety of sizes, from 4-lb. to 2x20-lb. bags.

† Compared to nationally available conventional charcoal in the U.S.A.

• *Compared to other charcoal brands.

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The Kingsford Difference

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When it’s time to fire up the grill, choose the original. Kingsford charcoal is designed to light fast, burn long, and cook hot, giving you quick starts and wood-fired finishes. From steaks seared to perfection to the irresistible flavor of smoky goodness, Kingsford delivers.

Watch the video to see why Kingsford is America’s #1 charcoal.*

^{* Based on IRI Unit Sales Data}

The Kingsford Difference

Designed Stronger for Fewer Breaks*

When it comes to grilling, strength matters. In our Drop Test, Kingsford briquets stay intact, while the competition crumbles. Why does that matter? Because strong briquets mean less waste.

Watch our Drop Test video and see the difference for yourself.

^{* Compared to Jealous Devil Max XL Charcoal Briquets}

The Kingsford Difference

Quicker Cooks

For grillers who demand the best, Kingsford delivers. When tested, our steak reached 135°F in just 7 minutes, leaving our competition in the dust. While their meat stays raw*, Kingsford serves up steaks cooked to perfection. Nothing beats the original when it comes to speed, heat and flavor.

Ready to see the Steak Test for yourself? Watch the video.*<sup>†

* Always ensure you cook for adequate time to reach USDA requirements.

† Kingsford® Original Charcoal Briquets compared to Jealous Devil Max XL Charcoal Briquets</sup>

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4343 Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 by susanz20 from A classic Always reliable and great for grilling. Package makes it easy to store away the rest when not in use. Burn time lasts long enough to finish grilling. Always been a staple for my family to use this brand.

Date published: 2024-10-25

Rated 4 out of 5 by casssiiiieee_ from Reliable Charcoal Can never go wrong with this charcoal. Their company has been around for so long. It burns well, good heat distribution, packaging is great. If your grill requires charcoal you can rely on kingsford

Date published: 2024-10-25

Rated 5 out of 5 by courtneym694 from Kingsford Original Charcoal I am not the biggest fan of cooking with charcoal but I will admit this is the gold standard of charcoal. It lights quickly, retains a lot of heat. It can be a little smoky and produce a bit of ash but the foods cooked with it have a nice flavor.

Date published: 2024-10-25

Rated 5 out of 5 by heathyrb from Worth the buy I used this charcoal for my daughter's graduation party worked really well we cooked chicken it has a lot of heat output I would recommend this product I bought the double packs not bad for the price

Date published: 2024-10-23

Rated 5 out of 5 by leahbihh01 from Great product It lights quickly and burns evenly, providing a steady heat that’s great for grilling. Lights easy ... burns long ... no odor except great gŕilling smoke generated from the food dripings ... doesn't go out until compĺetely used up

Date published: 2024-10-21

Rated 5 out of 5 by erikv11 from Adds great flavor to meats. Excellent charcoal for outdoor grilling. I use Kingsford all the time to enhance my grilled meats flavor. It lights up quickly and stays lit for a long time. It comes packaged in a double bag to ensure it all makes it to the grill.

Date published: 2024-10-21

Rated 5 out of 5 by msgaza79 from Charcoal: not all the same I recently purchased Kingsford Original Charcoal Briquettes for my summer BBQs, and I couldn't be more satisfied! The 16-pound bag provided consistent heat and excellent flavor, enhancing every grilled dish. They light easily and maintain a steady burn, making grilling effortless. Whether it's burgers or vegetables, the smoky aroma added an irresistible touch to my meals. Highly recommend Kingsford for anyone looking to elevate their grilling experience!

Date published: 2024-10-19

Rated 5 out of 5 by adendyut from Great Grilling Performance This charcoal puts out heat but does not leave a charcoal flavor. The ash is on par with what you expect. The packaging is heavy duty and allows for stacking. You will want to have it on hand for last minute grilling all year long.

Date published: 2024-10-17

Rated 4 out of 5 by fireflyjj from Charcoal Great packaging, burns quick and easy. Great to use for a charcoal grill I love this brand a lot. It's one of my go tos when I need to grill out......

Date published: 2024-10-16

Rated 5 out of 5 by ciaral42 from Use it almost daily My favorite brand of charcoal. I currently purchase a bag a week because we grill a lot. It gives a good flavor to the meat and the charcoal burns at a good rate.

Date published: 2024-10-16

Rated 5 out of 5 by mbill17 from Best out there We always use this brand when buying charcoal. Never go cheap because it won’t start and it won’t burn as long or it’ll be hard to catch and stay lit. We use this when camping and works great

Date published: 2024-10-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by elainab20 from Great choice of charcoal Perfect for fall time grilling. Creates great ashes, perfect amount of heat production and quality packaging. Coals stay hot for a long time. Really creates that charcoal grill flavor on your burgers and brats!

Date published: 2024-10-13

Rated 5 out of 5 by helenf66 from Great for grilling! Always used Kingsford for our regular grill. Made for great grilled flavor. Very dependable and burned constantly every time. Ash residue very fine and minimal.

Date published: 2024-10-13

Rated 5 out of 5 by jessgivesitatry from Gets the job done This is the best charcoal. It is easy to ignite, stays heated for a long time, and just works well. The package is the perfect size to last a while but not too bulk to be in the way.

Date published: 2024-10-12

Rated 5 out of 5 by adcrombie15 from Good product to use This is a really great brand! Great heat distribution and low ash residue. It lights fairly quickly with mild flavor intensity. Backpacking holds up well.

Date published: 2024-10-12

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