Weber charcoal grills are perfect for BBQ rookies and experts a-like. They're incredibly forgiving, yet have the ability to produce award winning BBQ with some dedication. Getting your Weber charcoal grill started is simple and may I say, pretty fun! First you'll have to decide which kind of charcoal you'll want to use. Charcoal briquettes are widely available and cheaper than Natural Lump Charcoal, but they both have their pros and cons. Here's a quick explanation of the two:

1.) Pick your Charcoal: Briquettes vs. Natural Lump

Charcoal Briquettes- These are compressed coals made from wood by-products and chemicals, designed for a long even burn.

Natural Lump Charcoal- These are charred all natural lumps of wood, perfect for the BBQ purist. But beware... They burn hotter and faster than charcoal briquettes.

I prefer the all natural lump charcoal myself. They're a little more spendy, but the natural wood flavor tastes worlds better than the imitation flavor in the briquettes. I try to grill as natural as possible, no lighter fluid, and natural lump... but that's just me. You'll find what work's best for you.



