The right fuel for the cook
Cooking-grade charcoal and wood from our Grey Lynn yard. Since 1992.
1 x bag of Pohutukawa cooking wood
1 x bag of Commodities (Ci-5) 10kg
Pohutukawa for the smoke flavour, Commodities for the heat and the long burn. Everything you need for a proper low-and-slow cook.
We know what burns well
Auckland Charcoal is a specialist supplier of cooking-grade charcoal and wood, operating from our yard at 259 Great North Road, Grey Lynn. Same ownership as Auckland Firewood. Same yard. Different product range.
We have been doing this since 1992. If you are not sure what you need, come to the yard and we will help you choose the right fuel for your cooker and your style of cooking.
What people ask us
Lump charcoal is pure carbonised wood with nothing added. It burns hotter (400 to 700 degrees) and responds faster to airflow. Briquettes are compressed charcoal mixed with binders. They burn at a lower, steadier temperature (180 to 250 degrees) and last longer per load. Lump is better for grilling and searing. Briquettes are better for low and slow cooks.
Commodities NZ Ci-5 lump charcoal. It is made from dense Vitex pubescens hardwood, burns hot with low ash, and the pieces are large enough to last a full cook. What matters most when choosing charcoal for BBQ is the wood species, piece size, and proper carbonisation.
Manuka is the all-rounder. Strong aromatic smoke, hot burn, suits most meats. Pohutukawa is milder and sweeter, better for red meat and long cooks. Fruitwood (apple, pear, plum) is the lightest, best for chicken and fish. Start with manuka if you are not sure.
Yes, by arrangement. Call 021 661 932 to organise a time. Regular yard hours are Monday to Friday 3.30pm to 5.30pm, Saturday 11am to 3pm, and Sunday 11am to 1pm.