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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.*

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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.

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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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4494 Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 by molliee17_8692 from Highly Recommend Great charcoal! Lights easily with a little lighter fluid,and gives nice flavoring. It maintains lit for hours and releases minimal ash. It is sustainable and easy to discard when done.

Date published: 2025-02-18

Rated 5 out of 5 by phungn11_7980 from Review: Kingsford® Original Charcoal delivers co Review: Kingsford® Original Charcoal delivers consistent heat with a classic smoky flavor that enhances grilled foods. It lights quickly and reaches high temperatures, making it ideal for searing. Ash production is moderate, but airflow remains steady

Date published: 2025-02-16

Rated 5 out of 5 by brandonh145_2592 from Easy to light Lit even when it was actively raining outside and the charcoal was slightly wet! Will absolutely be buying Kingsford again (plus it had a perfect charcoal grilled flavor!)

Date published: 2025-02-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by duyne_2651 from Heat Kingsford Original Charcoal is a reliable choice for grilling. It lights up quickly, burns evenly, and provides a consistent heat for cooking. The smoky flavor it adds to food is great, and it lasts long enough for most grilling sessions. A solid option for BBQ lovers!

Date published: 2025-02-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by robind101f_1294 from Get the best tasting Bbq food This is the only charcoal I buy. I like how it lights easily and evenly. I love how it cooks my food and how it tastes. It even reusable so there is no waste.

Date published: 2025-02-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by momontherun68_3924 from Only way to cook!! When camping we always use kingsford charcoal because it lights easily, it burns long and you get the great charcoal fire tasting food. Cooking steaks on a gas grill compared to over hot coals, I will always take the hot coals.

Date published: 2025-02-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from Long lasting Throughout my childhood, my dad always used Kingsford charcoal if we didn’t have mesquite wood. I love the flavor it imparts and how quickly it ignites while burning slowly. I'm also a fan of the other products in the Kingsford line.

Date published: 2025-02-15

Rated 4 out of 5 by kayn42_6828 from Gets the job done Your food will have great flavor when using this product to grill. The burn time lasts pretty long. There is some ash production but not as bad as other products similar to this one. The heat output is good and so is the packaging. This product gets the job done without hassle

Date published: 2025-02-15

Rated 4 out of 5 by teresat168_7565 from Very simple The packaging is very very clean and clear and simple. It gives a nice taste. It is not too ashy. Smokey flavor. The heat output is pretty much even.

Date published: 2025-02-14

Rated 5 out of 5 by rebeccah377_4763 from Best Charcoal Our go to charcoal! Easy to light, doesn't burn too quickly, and gives our food a great taste! Kingsford charcoal burns well, doesn't leave too many ashes, and is super easy to open and store! The best charcoal!

Date published: 2025-02-12

Rated 5 out of 5 by allisonb4_703 from Charcoal Overall great product. This is the main one that I use …. I love it the packaging is nice and it’s… the heating output is great … & it gets the job done definitely recommend

Date published: 2025-02-12

Rated 5 out of 5 by allisong99_6583 from The best charcoal My dad always used these and that tells me that they are the best! Long burn time, minimal ash production and the packaging is awesome quality!! The flavor is always on point.

Date published: 2025-02-11

Rated 4 out of 5 by louisel51_2641 from Reliable Good for charcol grill or fire. Ive used it before it stays lit for a long time. Bag last a few grills. I enjoy it for the base of heating the grill. For a more flavorful i would add chips in. But its reall good reliable coal.

Date published: 2025-02-11

Rated 5 out of 5 by merendino114_8507 from Yup I love Kingsford Original Charcoal. All the flavoring are good, but can’t go wrong with the classic one. Great for making and grilling anything!

Date published: 2025-02-10

Rated 5 out of 5 by stephaniec1189_3710 from Trusted for years Kingsford Original Charcoal is a reliable and widely used charcoal briquette known for its consistent burn and ease of lighting. It provides a steady heat, making it great for grilling meats, vegetables, and other BBQ favorites. The briquettes produce a smoky flavor, though some users find they generate more ash compared to lump charcoal. Overall, it's a solid choice for backyard grilling, offering good value and dependable performance.

Date published: 2025-02-09

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