Customer reviews from kingsford.com
Kingsford - All Natural Original Charcoal Briquettes 8 lb
Average customer rating
4.6
(2,133 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 2,133 reviews
5 Stars
1,729
4 Stars
241
3 Stars
39
2 Stars
51
1 Star
73
94%of customers recommend this product.
(
1,924 out of
2,054)
Customer Reviews for Kingsford - All Natural Original Charcoal Briquettes 8 lb
Customer Rating
2
It’s not the same product it used to be!
on July 7, 2019
Posted by: Tom V
from Redlands CA
Gender:Male
I’ve used kingsford for decades and have always felt like it was the best. In the past few years I’ve noticed a change. Your charcoal does not burn as hot or last as long as it used to. I read you modified how you made the briquettes. If so, you should consider another change.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from kingsford.comBy Jack S., The Kingsford Team, July 11, 2019
Hi there, Tom. We're very sorry to hear that our Kingsford Original Charcoal Briquets didn't last as long as expected, and we want to help. Please give us a call at 800-232-4745, and be sure to provide the reference number: 190711-000222 for faster service. We hope to hear from you soon.
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Customer Rating
3
Doesn't burn as long as it used to.
on July 3, 2019
Posted by: jaybird
from wrens, ga
Gender:Male
I've used Kingsford 25 years. And mostly would not buy anything else. However, for the past few years it does not burn nearly as long as it used to.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
2
Disappointed with last 2 bags
on July 2, 2019
Posted by: Marksman72
from Holland, MI.
Gender:Male
I've been a Kingsford user for nearly 20 years. In the past, my family and I have had good success with The Original charcoal but this years batch has been disappointing for some reason. I use a full Smoke Chimney and spread them out evenly just like every other year. The difference is the charcoal burns out too fast. We get approximately 10-15 minutes of 300 degree temps but it goes down to 190 degrees quickly. I make sure the dampers are adjusted properly. I thought there was a problem with the first bag and went to the store to get another. It happened again. After the cook, the briquettes are still solid but white. They used to crumble to ash. We enjoy using Kingsford but may try another brand.
Response from kingsford.comBy Jack S., The Kingsford Team, July 11, 2019
Hi there. We're very sorry to hear that our Kingsford Original Charcoal Briquets burned faster than expected, and we want to help. Please give us a call at 800-232-4745, and be sure to provide the reference number: 190711-000268 for faster service. We hope to hear from you soon.
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Customer Rating
5
Never Again
on June 30, 2019
Posted by: Chicken Cooker
from Syracuse, NY
Gender:Male
Our Church has held 2 Chicken BBQs per year for over 40 years, and we have always used Kingsford Original Charcoal. This year, due to price increases, we decide to purchase a cheaper brand of charcoal. We made a Huge mistake. Half way through cooking the Chicken, the charcoal went out, and we spent over an hour lighting more charcoal to cook the rest of the chicken. We were lucky enough to cook the rest of the chicken and sell it all, but we will never again use a sub-par charcoal. From now on, it will be Kingsford Original Charcoal.
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Customer Rating
5
Great flavor
on June 17, 2019
Posted by: Huss
from Centereach
Gender:Male
Just cooked my first pork roast. I am hooked on your charcoal.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Ol'Reliable works great every time.
on June 13, 2019
Posted by: Scary Sailor
from Bass Lake, Ca.
Gender:Male
I learned on this charcoal and now I'm teaching my grandsons.Enuff said.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
2
Rising price, smaller bag, piney tasting meat
on June 4, 2019
Posted by: Rossin66
from Palatine, IL
Gender:Female
I've been a Kingsford user for well over 40 years and like others have become dissatisfied with the product (cost, bag size, etc.). The charcoal is hard to get started but once it does it burns too fast for my meat to cook. And it leaves a chemical taste. No, I don't immediately place my meat on the grill I wait at least 25 minutes for the lighter fluid fumes to dissipate. Will have to look for a replacement product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from kingsford.comBy Jack S., The Kingsford Team, June 6, 2019
Hello there. We're very sorry to hear that our Kingsford Original Charcoal Briquets didn't meet your expectations, and we want to help. Please give us a call at 800-232-4745, and be sure to provide the reference number: 190606-000495 for faster service. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Customer Rating
5
Great grilling
on May 19, 2019
Posted by: Stemo
Gender:Male
I'm a long time user of kingsford. I tried other brands before, they didn't burn completely. Kingsford burns totally to ash. These reviews saying otherwise is because the cooks don't know about ventilation and watching the fire. I've never had a bad grilling experience with kingsford coals. I won't cook without them. If I'm at a cookout and asked to cook. They better have kingsford or I won't do it. Nothing else compares. Wish I could get them wholesale from the manufacturer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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