Kamado Joe Big Block XL Lump Charcoal 9kg

Kamado Joe Big Block XL is the lump charcoal Kamado Joe make for their own grills. It's a 9 kg bag of large pieces made from South American hardwoods including white quebracho and guayacan, which are dense woods that burn hot and slow. Big pieces matter in a kamado. They leave gaps for air to move through the firebox, so the fire responds quickly when you open or close the vents, and they last long enough that you can relight the leftovers for your next cook. Bag size: 9 kg Burn time: up to 18 hours of cooking per bag Reusable: up to 3 times Ready to cook: about 15 minutes after lighting What It Does Low and slow Dense hardwood lump holds a steady fire with the vents nearly closed, which is what you want for brisket, pork shoulder and ribs. High-heat searing Open the vents and the same charcoal climbs to steak and pizza temperatures. Reuse what's left When you shut the vents at the end of a cook the fire goes out and the unburnt lumps stay in the firebox. Stir out the ash, top up with fresh charcoal and light again. Kamado Joe rate it for up to three uses. How to Use Clear old ash from the firebox and ash drawer so air can flow. Fill the firebox with charcoal, largest pieces at the bottom. Light with one or two natural firelighters, or the AFS button on a Konnected Joe. Never use lighter fluid. Leave the dome open for about 10 minutes, then close it and set your vents. Fits and Compatibility Made for kamados such as the Kamado Joe Classic Joe II and Konnected Joe, and works in any charcoal grill or smoker. See our full range of lump charcoal. Specifications Brand Kamado Joe Model KJ15205025 Type Hardwood lump charcoal Wood South American hardwood blend including white quebracho and guayacan Bag size 9 kg Additives None (100% natural lump) Care and Maintenance Store the bag somewhere dry. Damp charcoal is slow to light and sparks more. Fold the top over or clip it closed between cooks. FAQs Why lump charcoal instead of briquettes? Lump reacts faster to the vents, so it's easier to control temperature, and it makes much less ash. In a kamado, built-up ash blocks airflow on long cooks. How long will a bag last? Up to 18 hours of cooking in total, depending on how hot you run the grill. Reusing leftover lumps stretches it further. Is it OK to see sparks when lighting? A few pops and sparks are normal with natural hardwood lump as moisture escapes. They settle once the fire is established.