How to Choose the Right Wood Pellets
Thanks to the unbeatable wood-fired flavor and low-maintenance burn, pellet grilling is quickly becoming the go-to method of grilling for many families. Before you get started, there are some different options to consider — let’s find out what’s right for you!
What You’ll Need
- Kingsford® Hardwood Pellets
- Pellet Grill
What to Look for in Pellet Quality
- For the best grilling experience, it’s important to make sure you’re getting the best quality pellets.
- Kingsford® Hardwood Pellets are made with all-natural, 100% hardwood with no flavor oils, binders or preservatives. They deliver excellent performance in all pellet grills, including Traeger or Pit Boss® .
- Plus, they’re the culmination of over 100 years of grilling expertise.
What to Look for in Pellet Quality

Which Flavor Will You Choose First?
- Grillmaster’s Choice: A blend of hardwoods, including hickory, cherry and oak. It’s perfect for most proteins and a bold choice for taking grilled chicken to the next level.
- Hickory: Embrace the savory and smoky flavor that’s become a popular favorite in backyards across America. It’s the griller’s choice for beefy favorites like ribeye, prime rib roast and short ribs.
- Southwest Blend: Bold, sweet and smoky — it’s the perfect blend of natural mesquite, cherry and oak to complement just about anything you’d like to grill.
- Maple: Enjoy the sweeter side of smoke. This makes a great choice for most proteins and vegetables, and works really well with salmon.
- Cherry: If you enjoy delicate smoke to complement your food, these sweet and fruity pellets add a balanced smoke flavor to any protein or vegetable, and work perfectly with pork ribs.
- Kingsford® Signature Flavors Hardwood Pellets: For even more choices, ignite your senses with Kingsford® Signature Flavors Hardwood Pellets for a grilling experience like never before.
Which Flavor Will You Choose First?
