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Original Charcoal

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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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4704 Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 by ayesham92_4453 from Top list charcoal Kingsford charcoal is the best. We always prefer this for grill and it gives perfect flavor while grilling and also we use this for lighting time. Once you use u will always use.

Date published: 2025-08-16

Rated 5 out of 5 by spencerxo_8592 from A product we rely on Kingsford Original Coal is the only coal we use. I can always count on this coal keeping my fireplace warm or if we do a fire in the backyard. This has been an item that my family has always relied on.

Date published: 2025-08-14

Rated 5 out of 5 by jazminv106_8815 from The best 5/5 Kingsford the best charcoal brand. My family every Sunday has a get together and this is the best brand. Packs quality is 5/5. honestly hands down to the ash residues.

Date published: 2025-08-13

Rated 5 out of 5 by kayneigh_8865 from Classic Charcoal This is the classic charcoal of choice. Great value and great grilled flavor for any and all types of food on the grill. You can’t go wrong w this one!

Date published: 2025-08-11

Rated 5 out of 5 by karosa_1367 from Got have them for fire pits and barbecue This charcoal lights up quickly and has less smoke come out. They are good for single barbecue for picnics. Package size easy for transfers around the house to car.

Date published: 2025-08-11

Rated 4 out of 5 by jullian_4120 from Okay Royal oak burns up too fast for smoking imo. Kingsford is what I use to start my fire as it burns way longer. By the way it is okay, not too good or bad.

Date published: 2025-08-08

Rated 5 out of 5 by rickf13_6638 from A barbecue staple!! Unbeatable flavor with unbeatable time to lighting these up! They burn for a long time and ashes stay down while cooking and removing the lid. They sure do burn hot, what you’d expect from a quality coal!

Date published: 2025-08-08

Rated 5 out of 5 by jimmyn7_3392 from Works It really put the heat out and the ash production is low and it gives a great flavor and it’s easy to light and the sustainability is great also and I’ll keep on using it

Date published: 2025-08-07

Rated 5 out of 5 by rosspetit_220 from The charcoal O.G. I've always used Kingsford charcoal, and usually the original version of the product. It's very consistent, lights easily, and burns completely and evenly. I find the flavor to be a great "classic" grill taste, especially since I use a charcoal chimney without any lighter fluid. I've never had any issues with heat output; the times I've misjudged the amount of charcoal I needed, its always been easy to throw on a few more coals.

Date published: 2025-08-06

Rated 5 out of 5 by mallorym127_819 from Tried and true This is the brand my dad used while growing up, and it’s the brand I rely on now as an adult when making barbecue. It’s tried and true, comes in a nice thick paper bag, always burns evenly and cooks meats and vegetables very well.

Date published: 2025-08-06

Rated 5 out of 5 by laurac1688_2029 from Amazing flavor The burn time on this charcoal is amazing. I had such an easy time cooking on the grill this time with the ash protection and heat output. It really added to the flavor of the food!

Date published: 2025-08-04

Rated 3 out of 5 by addisonb97_554 from you should invest! it is good burn time with not to bad flavor intensity. The heat output is good for family usage. the ash residue isn’t to bad bad then other brands! good especially with its lighting speed.

Date published: 2025-08-03

Rated 5 out of 5 by dilyas1_293 from Great heat output with long burning time! Kingsford Original Charcoal is excellent source for grilling in my small table top charcoal grill. It lights fast and stay hot for long time putting lots of heat out. It doesn’t produce much ashes , kinda stay in clusters what easy to cleat.

Date published: 2025-08-03

Rated 5 out of 5 by mamacoop513_2220 from Good stuff I love this charcoal. It is easy to light and stays lit for a long time. It has good flavor intensity and low ash residue. My family always chooses Kingsford charcoal.

Date published: 2025-07-30

Rated 5 out of 5 by sm_samantha68_508 from Reliable brand, lifetime user! Me & my husband love this brand for grilling. It gives off great flames for cooking burgers and other meats on the grill. It heats up quick and is long lasting.

Date published: 2025-07-30

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