An American Story

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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Kingsford® Preserve the Pit

Kingsford remains committed to celebrating Black barbecue culture by launching the second year of Preserve the Pit and doubling the investment in aspiring barbecue professionals.

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American Pride

An American-made company founded over 100 years ago, Kingsford has a lot to be proud of. Our employees have been continuing the family tradition in backyards across the nation.

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The Kingsford Difference

Kingsford has been fueling legendary grills since 1920, and we’re still America’s #1 charcoal for good reason. Our briquets light faster, burn longer, and deliver the high heat you need for exceptional results. Whether you’re searing steaks or savoring smoky flavors, one thing’s for certain — nothing beats the original.

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Kingsford®

Easy Light Bag

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  • 100% Natural ingredients
  • Made in the USA with North American Ingredients
  • Portable

With the Kingsford® Easy Light Bag, charcoal grilling has never been simpler. Just light the bag and get grilling — no prep and no lighter fluid needed. Kingsford® Easy Light Bag is a single-use bag that lights instantly* with the strike of a match, allowing you to charcoal grill almost anywhere. And Easy Light is made in the USA with North American ingredients, the same as Kingsford® Original, delivering that authentic wood-fired BBQ flavor — instantly.* Available in a one-use, 4-lb. bag.

* When used as directed.
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Grilled Ribeye

Grilling thick cut ribeye steaks to perfection is simple, fast and fit for every occasion.

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How to arrange charcoal before grilling

Discover the best ways to grill and smoke using Kingsford® Charcoal Briquets. We’ll show you how much charcoal you should be using to achieve the right grilling temperature, and techniques to use for different types of food. It’s easy — just follow along.

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276 Reviews
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Our favorite charcoal! This kind of charcoal is amazing for people who don’t know, or have a hard time getting it started and staying lit! You get a good amount for the price and it is well worth it! We take it to the park with us every year to grill! Very convenient!
Date published: 2024-10-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Ease Kingsford I just want you too know what a wonderful product y’all have in your 4lb bag of ready to go charcoal (not the match light) this is my first time using this even though I have been a very long time user of your products and I was saying thank you for another wonderful product So easy to use no mess no fuss just light and go and no heavy starter fluid taste like I’ve had when I tried your match light Thank you again and keep up the great work and Ingenuity this is why I will not use anything else but Kingsford products.
Date published: 2022-05-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lights fast and burns hot for several hours! Loved it! So easy! Please keep making this product!
Date published: 2021-06-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great idea! Used this when at a rental with a grill. Perfect for one night’s grilling!
Date published: 2021-06-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by from My husband swears by My husband swears by this brand. They take away the mess because you don't need lighter fluid. #outdoors
Date published: 2021-03-17
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Tried and true. These ALWAYS work. I've tried other brands and there is no contest. Kingsford lights quick and easy. The coals are long lasting. They arent as smokey as other brands. They cook food evenly. All my requirements are met with this charcoal.
Date published: 2020-07-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Secure the bag! Went to the store for a regular 'ol bag of Kingsford and could only find the Easy Light Bag. Super impressed at how frictionless our experience was! The bag lights easy and the coals stay hot while I enjoyed a cold one Pleasant surprise... do yourself a favor and try this one out folks!
Date published: 2020-04-22
Rated 4 out of 5 by from I recommend them easy-to-use I find them at most stores it can also be bought online Ortho tri great brand
Date published: 2020-04-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from We use this to light up our bbq grill, this was actually really easy to light up, it light up super fast, we know cook more often since it’s easiest to do so, no more hassle, I recommend this brand, the products are great!
Date published: 2020-04-18
Rated 5 out of 5 by from EASY! So easy and efficient! Lit easily and no mess! Will buy again and love that’s it’s only $3!
Date published: 2019-11-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The best charago ever made. You guys are always best around the world. I don't use any other.
Date published: 2019-09-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Excellent Ive always been a kingsford fan, and this does not dissapoint. We were very pleased and will continue to purchase.
Date published: 2019-08-17
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Very Dangerous Product Bought a bag to cook some steaks at home to try out this product. Light the bag and had 5 ft flames shooting off of it for over 20 minutes. Glad it didn't light my fence or house on fire, also surprised the neighbors didnt call the fire department. Tried putting the cover on and waiting and take it off and flames shoot up again. Waited until it finally died down and coals turned white and food tasted light lighter fluid. Careful storing this product and beware when lighting it. Would be useful if camping during a raining weekend is all I can think for this.
Date published: 2019-08-08
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Do NOT use this in a smoker I just got a new smoker as a birthday gift along with a couple of bags of the easy light. The smoker directions said not to use anything with lighter fluid in it. I looked all over the internet and read the entire bag and couldn't find anything that said this product had light fluid in it. After using the the first time in the smoker all I could taste on the food was lighter fluid. I wish they would put warning on the bad somewhere.
Date published: 2019-04-26
Rated 3 out of 5 by from easy to use Real easy to use..just light and i have a good fire in about 20 minutes..my question is like other people im experiencing a lighter fluid taste and odor ..are these briquettes treated at all with any kind of fuel like the EZ light bags,,need to know
Date published: 2019-03-02
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