B&B All Natural Hickory Lump Charcoal 20 lb

Bring authentic wood-fired flavor to your next barbecue with B&B All Natural Hickory Lump Charcoal 20 lb. Made from 100% natural hickory hardwood, this premium lump charcoal delivers the rich, smoky flavor that backyard grillers and experienced pitmasters love. Whether you're smoking a brisket, grilling steaks, cooking ribs, or preparing chicken over an open flame, B&B Hickory Lump Charcoal provides a dependable heat source with unmistakable hickory character.

Unlike conventional charcoal briquettes, this all-natural lump charcoal is made from real hickory wood without chemical additives, fillers, or unwanted industrial wood waste. The result is authentic hardwood charcoal that burns hot and produces the bold, traditional smoke flavor associated with classic American barbecue.

Packaged in a convenient 20 lb bag, B&B Hickory Lump Charcoal is an excellent choice for ceramic kamado grills, kettle grills, barrel smokers, charcoal grills, and other compatible outdoor cookers.

• 100% Natural Hickory Hardwood: Made from genuine hickory wood for authentic hardwood flavor and heat.
• Bold Hickory Smoke Flavor: Adds the rich, savory smoke character that pairs especially well with beef, pork, and poultry.
• No Chemical Additives: Made without chemical fillers or unwanted industrial wood waste.
• Hot-Burning Hardwood Charcoal: Ideal for high-temperature grilling, searing, and traditional barbecue cooking.
• Versatile Lump Sizes: Natural charcoal pieces vary in size, providing options for both quick grilling and longer cooking sessions.
• Great for Low-and-Slow BBQ: Suitable for smoking brisket, pork shoulders, ribs, and other barbecue favorites when properly managed.
• Excellent for High-Heat Searing: Build a hot charcoal fire for steaks, burgers, and other grilled foods.
• 20 lb Bag: A practical size for regular backyard grilling and smoking.
• Compatible with Popular Charcoal Cookers: Use in kettle grills, ceramic kamado cookers, barrel smokers, and other charcoal-burning equipment.

Hickory is one of the most recognizable woods in American barbecue. Known for its strong, savory smoke character, hickory has long been a favorite for smoking pork, beef, and other hearty meats.

B&B Hickory Lump Charcoal starts with natural hickory hardwood that has been converted into charcoal. This creates a concentrated hardwood fuel that provides both cooking heat and the distinctive flavor associated with hickory-fired barbecue.

Because lump charcoal is made from natural wood, individual pieces vary in shape and size. Larger pieces can be useful when building a charcoal bed for extended cooking, while smaller pieces can help establish a hot fire for grilling.

For cooks who want to move beyond standard charcoal briquettes, hickory lump charcoal offers a traditional wood-fired cooking experience with versatile temperature control.

The flavor of hickory is bold, smoky, and savory, making it especially popular for traditional Southern-style barbecue. It complements meats with rich natural flavors and can add depth to everything from brisket and ribs to chicken and grilled vegetables.

Hickory smoke is generally more pronounced than milder fruitwoods such as apple or cherry. That makes it a great choice when you want a noticeable hardwood character in your barbecue.

For a more balanced smoke profile, use good airflow and avoid allowing food to sit in heavy, dirty smoke. A properly managed charcoal fire produces better cooking conditions and a more enjoyable finished flavor.

• Beef Brisket: Hickory's robust flavor complements the rich taste of smoked brisket during long barbecue cooks.
• Pork Shoulder: A classic fuel choice for pulled pork with traditional smoke character.
• Baby Back & Spare Ribs: Adds savory hardwood flavor to pork ribs cooked low and slow.
• Steaks: Produces the heat needed for grilling ribeyes, New York strips, sirloins, and other cuts.
• Burgers: Adds authentic charcoal-grilled flavor to hamburgers and other ground beef recipes.
• Chicken: Great for grilling wings, thighs, drumsticks, and whole chickens.
• Turkey: Provides a traditional barbecue flavor for smoked turkey and poultry.
• Wild Game: Pairs well with venison and other game meats that benefit from bold smoke.
• Seafood: Can be used for fish and shrimp when the fire is managed to avoid overpowering delicate flavors.
• Vegetables: Adds a wood-fired finish to peppers, onions, corn, potatoes, and other grilled sides.

B&B All Natural Hickory Lump Charcoal is versatile enough for a wide range of outdoor cooking methods.

Low-and-Slow Smoking

Use hickory lump charcoal as the primary fuel for brisket, pork shoulders, ribs, and other traditional barbecue. With proper airflow and temperature management, lump charcoal can maintain the steady heat needed for longer smoking sessions.

High-Heat Grilling

Build a hot charcoal fire for searing steaks, grilling burgers, and cooking chicken over direct heat. Lump charcoal responds well to airflow adjustments, giving experienced grillers flexibility when managing cooking temperatures.

Ceramic Kamado Grills

Natural lump charcoal is a popular choice for ceramic cookers because it can be used for both low-temperature smoking and high-temperature grilling. B&B Hickory Lump Charcoal works well in compatible kamado-style grills when used according to the grill manufacturer's instructions.

Traditional Charcoal Grills

Whether you're using a kettle grill or barrel-style charcoal cooker, hickory lump charcoal provides a traditional hardwood fuel option for backyard barbecue.

Choosing between lump charcoal and briquettes often comes down to personal cooking preferences and the type of barbecue you're preparing.

Natural Lump Charcoal: Made from pieces of carbonized hardwood, lump charcoal features irregular shapes and sizes. It can reach high cooking temperatures and responds readily to changes in airflow.

Charcoal Briquettes: Manufactured into uniform shapes, briquettes are often selected for their consistent sizing and predictable arrangement in a charcoal grill.

For grillers who prefer natural hardwood fuel and the flavor of hickory, B&B Hickory Lump Charcoal is an excellent alternative to conventional briquettes.

• Smoking brisket, pork shoulder, and ribs
• High-temperature steak grilling and searing
• Traditional Southern-style barbecue
• Ceramic kamado and kettle grill cooking
• Backyard BBQ competitions and practice cooks
• Grilling burgers, chicken, and vegetables
• Outdoor cooks who prefer natural hardwood charcoal
• Anyone looking for bold hickory smoke flavor

• Use a Charcoal Chimney: A chimney starter is a convenient way to ignite lump charcoal without relying on lighter fluid.
• Start with Proper Airflow: Open your grill vents when lighting the charcoal, then adjust airflow as the fire develops to reach your target cooking temperature.
• Save Larger Pieces for Longer Cooks: Larger charcoal chunks can be useful when building a fuel bed for brisket, pork shoulder, or ribs.
• Use Smaller Pieces for Quick Grilling: Smaller pieces can help establish a hot charcoal fire for steaks, burgers, and chicken.
• Manage Hickory's Bold Flavor: Hickory pairs especially well with beef and pork. For delicate seafood or poultry, avoid excessive smoke exposure.
• Wait for a Clean-Burning Fire: Allow the charcoal to establish a stable burn before adding food. Avoid cooking over heavy, acrid smoke.
• Try Two-Zone Grilling: Arrange the charcoal on one side of your grill to create direct and indirect cooking zones.
• Use a Reliable Thermometer: Monitor cooking temperatures when smoking larger cuts of meat.
• Store Charcoal in a Dry Location: Keep the bag protected from moisture to help maintain easy lighting and consistent performance.
• Never Use Charcoal Indoors: Burning charcoal produces dangerous carbon monoxide. Use only in appropriate outdoor cooking equipment with proper ventilation.

• Backyard grillers who want authentic hardwood charcoal flavor
• Competition BBQ cooks practicing brisket, ribs, and pork
• Kamado grill owners looking for natural lump charcoal
• Steak enthusiasts who enjoy high-temperature charcoal grilling
• Pitmasters who prefer bold hickory smoke
• Outdoor cooks who want charcoal without chemical additives
• Anyone building a collection of quality BBQ fuels and accessories