The Bayou Classic natural lump charcoal lights faster, burns hotter and lasts longer than other lump charcoal. The Bayou Classic natural lump charcoal helps maintain accurate temperature range from smoking to searing. The Bayou Classic natural lump charcoal works ideally with our Bayou smoker grills or Bayou ceramic grill. There are no chemical additives or fillers and it produces a clean burn with less ash.