Traditional charcoal or sawdust charcoal briquettes? How to choose the right type for you

 

Traditional SIDERIS lumpwood charcoal is made by burning wood in the absence of oxygen, a process called pyrolysis.

 

Advantages of charcoal:

Clean burning: Charcoal is made from natural, hard wood that produces less ash than briquettes, making it easier to clean the barbeque.

High heat: Charcoal can reach a higher temperature than charcoal briquettes in a short period of time, which can be useful for quick grilling.

Faster ignition: Charcoal reacts more quickly in the presence oxygen, making it easier to grill when time is limited.

Price: Traditional charcoal is more economical than briquettes, although in professional use, briquettes may be more economical due to extended grilling times.

Possible disadvantages:

Inconsistent sizes: Depending our the source, traditional charcoal comes in a variety of sizes, which can lead to uneven temperatures. At SIDERIS, we make sure that our charcoal is as uniform as possible, whether for home or professional use, so that there is a perfect grilling result, every time.

Burning time: When you either have a lot of meat to grill, or large-sized pieces, RED EVOLUTION sawdust charcoal briquettes may be a better choice, as you can depend on a 6-hour duration.

RED EVOLUTION Sawdust Charcoal Briquettes: The reliable choice

RED EVOLUTION sawdust charcoal briquettes are made from 100% natural, compressed sawdust, without chemicals or odours.

Pros:

Consistent Burning: Due to their overall uniform shape and size, charcoal briquettes provide a consistent temperature, making them great for low ‘n slow grilling.

Longer Burning Time: RED EVOLUTION sawdust charcoal briquettes can last over 6 hours, making them ideal for professionals who need a steady fire for a long period of time.

Cons:

More Ash: Briquettes produce more ash than traditional charcoal, so you need to clean your grilling area more often.

Slower Temperature Changes: If you need to quickly increase or decrease the temperature, charcoal briquettes are generally less sensitive to changes than charcoal.

So what’s the verdict – should I choose traditional SIDERIS lumpwood charcoal or RED EVOLUTION sawdust charcoal briquettes?

If you need a steady fire that can last for 6 hours, charcoal briquettes may be your best choice. If you prefer fast grilling, we recommend our traditional charcoal for easier and faster ignition.

Both SIDERIS charcoal and RED EVOLUTION charcoal briquettes have deservedly earned a solid place in the preferences of demanding grillers. Your choice of charcoal product that suits you should reflect your personal style of grilling, the type of meat you want to grill, and charcoal performance time.

Whether you choose charcoal or briquettes, one thing is certain. The key ingredient when lighting a fire is patience and passion. With SIDERIS company premium products, grilling is guaranteed to be a pleasure!