Gas or charcoal? The king of every barbecue lover’s heart

 

Traditional lumpwood charcoal has held a special place in the hearts of every discerning barbecue enthusiast for decades. The main reason is the incomparable flavor you get.

Gas grills have the clear advantage of time, since all you need to do is turn a knob to start the fire and then adjust the intensity. From a technical point of view, however, gas does not add any particular flavor to grilled food.

On the contrary, charcoal grills may not offer the same level of convenience as gas, but they have one advantage that stands out above all others: the incredible smokey flavor. The heat from the charcoal allows the meat to caramelise and gives food a wonderful, smoky flavour.

Of course, charcoal grilling takes more time than gas grilling, from lighting the coals to properly managing the flame. On the other hand, grills that use traditional lumpwood charcoal are less expensive than gas grills, while charcoal is also more convenient and lighter than gas bottles.

Let’s face it: barbecuing with family and friends before sitting down to a meal is an unbeatable experience that results in a delicious treat that gas will never be able to offer you.