Kingsford®
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.
The Kingsford Difference
Blue Bag
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.*†
* Always ensure you cook for adequate time to reach USDA requirements.
† Kingsford® Original Charcoal Briquets compared to Jealous Devil Max XL Charcoal Briquets
Adventurous Eats
Take your taste buds outside their comfort zone with these unexpected twists on grilling favorites.
Rated 5 out of
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mamanikki_7041 from
Simple to use
No issues what so ever, it idint take long for it to light up, and the ash is honestly alright to clean after. It has that charcoal smell and it does hold up well. I would say pretty sustainably.
Date published: 2025-06-22
Rated 4 out of
5
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paucastle_309 from
One of the best charcoal out there
Kingsford charcoal is my go to when doing hot and fast cooks on the grill. It lasts a good time while cooking and gives the food a good flavor. And once I close the vents up there's some left for the next cook.
Date published: 2025-06-17
Rated 1 out of
5
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nathang50_3190 from
Prefer match light
Bought a bag for our Father’s Day cookout and it took forever for charcoal to get going and I was using a torch once it gets going though it was good hot, long burning briquettes so good with the bad I guess
Date published: 2025-06-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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_stephhh_1704 from
Charcoal trusted for generations!
In my family, we mean business when it comes to our BBQ. We don’t trust anything other that Kingsford Original Charcoal. I remember being a little girl and watching my Dad use them and now as an adult with a family of my own, it’s all I use as well. When it comes to the perfectly even heat, long burn time, and clean ashes, there is just no comparison. My favorite meals have always been cooked over Kingsford Original Charcoal!
Date published: 2025-06-12
Rated 3 out of
5
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daltonc15_8691 from
It's alright
It burns really well once you get it going. The hard part is getting it started sometimes. Haven't really noticed much of a flavor from this charcoal in the years using it.
Date published: 2025-06-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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paytenj_5496 from
Only thing we use for our grill
We use this every time we use our grill. I have no complaints. Nice grilled flavor for our food, long burn time. Puts out just enough heat, strong packaging so the bag doesn’t break.
Date published: 2025-06-11
Rated 4 out of
5
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micheleb75_475 from
Best charcoal
Who don't love to grill out? These hold the heat and the food tastes great! The package is very easy to open and it's not heavy either. There are ashes after cooking but not alot.
Date published: 2025-06-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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garyp30_2151 from
Easy to light and burns longer
I use Kingsford charcoal because it lights easy and burns longer. It has great heat and no bad flavor, and you don't have to worry about unburned briquettes because it all burns away to ash.
Date published: 2025-06-08
Rated 3 out of
5
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geen1991_2989 from
Great for Cooking, But Takes Time to Light
We’ve used Kingsford charcoal several times and while it’s great once it’s lit, getting it started can be a bit of a process. It usually takes a lot of effort to get the coals going, which can be frustrating when you’re trying to grill quickly. However, once it’s lit, it burns evenly and does an excellent job cooking food with that classic charcoal flavor. I do wish they’d improve the lighting process to make it faster and easier. Overall, a solid option if you don’t mind spending a little extra time to get started.
Date published: 2025-06-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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lovepeacelee3_4249 from
Perfect BBQ
Fast lighting time and slow burning time. Give your food that perfect BBQ taste that your looking for. The ash production is typical as well....
Date published: 2025-06-04
Rated 4 out of
5
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gabe2127798_532 from
Yup
Yup good all you ever need in charcoal is what you expect tastes good. Good heat. No ash. Good cook good flavor for all you could ever need or want..
Date published: 2025-06-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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taraw74_8846 from
Good
You can't go wrong with the one and only original Kingsford charcoal. It puts out max heat, the burn time is unmatched, and it also lights quickly.
Date published: 2025-06-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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cruelladevilmua_4457 from
Perfect grilling!
Kingsford never disappoints! The charcoal briquets light up quickly, burn evenly, and give food that classic smoky flavor we love. Pairing it with Kingsford Charcoal Lighter makes the whole process fast and hassle-free — no lingering chemical smell. Perfect for weekend BBQs and summer cookouts. A reliable grilling staple!
Date published: 2025-06-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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whitneyr90_7434 from
Kingsford briquettes light relatively easily and b
Kingsford has long been a household name in the world of charcoal grilling, and for good reason. Their briquettes are known for consistency, reliability, and solid performance, especially for casual backyard barbecuers and weekend warriors.
Date published: 2025-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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d430_3790 from
All around great charcoal
This charcoal is my grilling go-to. It lights quickly in my chimney and the coals burn evenly for a good long time. It doesn’t leave any weird flavors in my food either. I also appreciate that you can buy it in different sized bags depending on the need.
Date published: 2025-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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ashley_lomeli_mendo_5554 from
Such a great Charcoal!
We've relied on these Charcoal for years and it's such a great Charcoal the heat is great it's so easy to use. It doesn’t leave any nasty flavor in the food. Love these !
Date published: 2025-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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charrob_8208 from
Easy lighting
This is my old faithful, my family has been using this charcoal since I was very young and it has always done the job and made lighting the fire easy.
Date published: 2025-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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ashliec14_5420 from
It’s great!
Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!! we love it so much makes the food taste so yummy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We use it all the time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Date published: 2025-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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andyg99_5807 from
The best!
Always starts easily! Nothing compares to this charcoal. Doesn’t take long to heat up and stays consistently warm. Burns for long enough to cook whatever you are grilling!
Date published: 2025-05-29
Rated 4 out of
5
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ericat17_1488 from
Classic for a reason
There’s a reason this has been around for so long. Classics are always the best. Makes food on the grill taste soooo much better. Easy to use and gets nice and hot. Not too messy to clean up the ashes. Lights easily and makes for a great meal.
Date published: 2025-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
norap45_8014 from
Quick-lighting, natural briquettes offering consis
Kingsford® Original Charcoal Briquettes are a dependable choice for grilling enthusiasts. They ignite quickly, typically ready in about 15 minutes, and provide consistent heat for various grilling needs. The briquettes are made with 100% natural ingredients, including real wood, delivering a classic smoky flavor. While they burn efficiently, some users note they may produce more ash compared to other brands. Overall, they offer reliable performance for everyday grilling.
Date published: 2025-05-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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John Z from
Consistency. Versatility. Reliability.
Can’t beat this charcoal for the money. Versatile and consistent. Burns hot and long. My go to for just about everything.
Date published: 2025-05-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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tyt15_2879 from
Good Buy
The coal pieces are palm-sized. It fires up after burning for a few minutes and get real hot. Ultimately It gives meats lavor of charcoal. Will buy again.
Date published: 2025-05-25
Rated 5 out of
5
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williamd105_7021 from
The OG
Growing up this was all I knew. I have used many different kinds and brands of charcoal. I find that #Kingsford briquettes are the most consistent you can find.
Date published: 2025-05-24
Rated 5 out of
5
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ehowe42_8614 from
My go-to!
This charcoal is my go-to! The coals burn the longest and are easy to light. It doesn’t leave a weird flavor like some charcoal does. It outputs a lot of heat, but not too hot.
Date published: 2025-05-24
Rated 5 out of
5
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mariem503_1921 from
Lights well, burns well, my go to for sure
We have used this brand for years and I feel like the burn is good, flavor on food is good, and the grill performance is good. I have no complaints. It’s all used up so I don’t have a picture to share ???? but it’s my go to brand
Date published: 2025-05-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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cynthiag1_4805 from
Love
Hears well food outlook adds favor to all food and easy to flan up which is a must with any charcoal grilling experience for me or I would not use it !!
Date published: 2025-05-21
Rated 4 out of
5
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faithf104_737 from
Works
Great charcoal brand that’s affordable and long lasting. Perfect for cooking anything from meats to veggies. Satisfied with the heat output of this too.
Date published: 2025-05-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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yurik97b7_1590 from
Reliable!
Most reliable brand when it comes to grilling. I’ve used this brand of charcoal time and time again and it never fails. Kingsford is easy to find anywhere and affordable.
Date published: 2025-05-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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angelw139_7590 from
Best charcoal
This is the best charcoal made. We have used this flr years and its the only one we will purchase. It lites easy ans stays heated for a long time. It dont have a strong taste. The BBQ is great cooked with this
Date published: 2025-05-13
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