2020 will go down as one of the hardest years, globally in the recent past. Now as we look forward, it is time to cautiously return to some of the things we love. Among those things is BBQ, which, is not just a time to come together as friends but also showcase your BBQ skills. While the right skills will win people over, having the right grill will help smoothen the process. Enter charcoal grills. With the introduction of electric and gas grills, charcoal grills’ authenticity remains unrivaled.
Here are the best charcoal grills in 2021;
It is hard to look past this charcoal grill. From a far, it does not look as much, just a closed kettle with stands. But when you watch it in action, you will be amazed by what it does. It is sealed tight by a lid made from porcelain and a classic bowl that helps conceal the heat. The end result is well cooked meat that does not eat into your charcoal.
One of the reasons why most people think of it as the best in charcoal grill is the fact that you don’t have to break the bank to get it. It functions well and keeps you going for a long time. There is an ash tray, located beneath the bowl that traps all the ash. Cleaning it is easy as you can do one sweep that removes all the ash, debris and anything else that is in the way.
What we liked about it;
- Easy to clean
- Conceals heat easy for better grilling experience
- Has an ash tray
- Big grilling space
When you are up and running, and you can’t do away with your grill, a portable one is a must-have. The Smokey Joe Portable Grill is a great piece of have and the best part is that its quite affordable. The 14-inch grill is perfect size and will give you meals as you deserve it. Assembling the whole grill is quite easy and you can move it and set it up nicely.
The porcelain-enameled lid is strong enough and will not let heat escape giving you maximum temperatures. The bowl and grates are made from steel which makes them durable. There is an ash tray directly beneath the bowl to trap all the falling ashes and hence you won’t have to mess the whole area. The performance of the Smokey Joe Portable Grill is among the best charcoal grills out there. There are nylon handles that don’t heat up even as the other areas heat up.
What we liked about it;
- Portable and easy to set up
- Made with durable steel
- Performa quite well
- Has nylon handles
If you are in the market for a grill and smoker combo, the PK Grill and Smoker is a perfect fit. It has all the good qualities that make it a top grill and smoker. As a grill, you can use it to cook very fast with high temperatures while as a smoker, you cook with the steam and smoke which takes much time. PK has done an amazing job with this combo as it is perfect for use for both amateurs and professionals.
To improve on heat retention and distribution, the combo is made with cast aluminum. This, combined with its unique shape, gives you the perfect grilling and smoking combination. To boost its grilling and smoking capabilities, the PK Grill and Smoker has a 4-point venting system. The cooking surface is big enough and will accommodate enough meals for the whole family. With a while 300 inches of space, you can comfortably cook anything. You can easily cook multiple dishes with this combo and the availability of two prep station only adds to the versatility of the PK Grill and Smoker.
What we liked about it
- Versatile in nature
- Good heat retention capabilities
- Large cooking surface
- 4-point venting system
Char-Griller Kamado Charcoal Griller
Well, here is a griller that has been in existence for generations, well, the concept of it. Though we are a modernized society, we still borrow heavily from the past. One way is through the Kamado styled grill that was first used in Asia thousands of years ago. The concept, thou ancient, has gained popularity over the years with people fascinated at just how easily it is to work with the griller. Now that you have learnt a bit of history, let’s see how the Char-Griller Kamado Charcoal Griller will fit into your kitchen and BBQs.
For starters this charcoal griller has one of the sturdiest constructions you will ever see. The solid steel used in major parts combined with the cast iron to give you a powerful performer. The idea to have warming rack is quite thoughtful and quickens the process. The grilling space is adequate at about 314 inches and with hooks to hang utensils and foldable side tables to extended space only adds to the thrill.
The Char-Griller Kamado Charcoal Griller is the perfect gift for your BBQ buddies and it can add real excitement to your BBQ afternoon. There is an in-but thermometer foe better controls and with temperatures rising to highs of 700°, you can get the best from this Kamado griller.
What we liked about it;
- Has an in-built thermometer
- Has foldable side tables
- Comes with utensil hanger
- There is a warming rack
- Spacious
Parting short
Charcoal grills have been there for a long term. They bring out the most authentic and tasty meals. There may be other fancier grillers out there such as the gas grills, or electric grills, but few will give you the taste you get from charcoal grills. One of the things that only charcoal grills give is the flavors that give your meals that tasty feel.