Pequod Posted May 14, 2018 Report Posted May 14, 2018 Was thinking about buying some pellets for my cold smoker. Not being a pellet-head, I have no idea what brands are good or where to get small quantities of pellets at a reasonable price. Any suggestions?
Carolina Que Posted May 14, 2018 Report Posted May 14, 2018 Here is a link to a pellet smoking site. They have a full selection of numerous flavors. http://www.amazenproducts.com/category_s/62.htm
tony b Posted May 14, 2018 Report Posted May 14, 2018 I've used Amazen. They're good. Can get them at the local BBQ shop. I have several friends that have these pellet grills, so I'd assume that they know what they're doing for pellets - https://greenmountaingrills.com/#pellets
Pequod Posted May 14, 2018 Author Report Posted May 14, 2018 Anyone used these? They're much cheaper for smaller quantities than the others. Supposedly higher quality (per folks at Amazing Ribs) too. https://cookinpellets.com/product/1ea-3-lbs-sample-bag-of-perfect-mix-100-hickory-and-apple-mash/
tony b Posted May 15, 2018 Report Posted May 15, 2018 Nope. But if Meathead says they're good, then there yah go!
Pequod Posted May 15, 2018 Author Report Posted May 15, 2018 Ordered the cookin pellets sample pack, so will find out soon. Decent price at $16.50 for 9 lbs of pellets and free shipping.
tekobo Posted May 27, 2019 Report Posted May 27, 2019 On 5/14/2018 at 7:42 PM, Pequod said: Anyone used these? They're much cheaper for smaller quantities than the others. Supposedly higher quality (per folks at Amazing Ribs) too. https://cookinpellets.com/product/1ea-3-lbs-sample-bag-of-perfect-mix-100-hickory-and-apple-mash/ How did you get on with these pellets @Pequod? I have found them on amazon.co.uk and they are indeed much cheaper than the A-maze-n pellets which I have also been able to find here. Any advice gratefully received as I prepare to use my new hot/cold smoker.
Pequod Posted May 27, 2019 Author Report Posted May 27, 2019 32 minutes ago, tekobo said: How did you get on with these pellets @Pequod? I have found them on amazon.co.uk and they are indeed much cheaper than the A-maze-n pellets which I have also been able to find here. Any advice gratefully received as I prepare to use my new hot/cold smoker. I love these. They are my go to pellets. 1
Bruce Pearson Posted May 27, 2019 Report Posted May 27, 2019 My favorite hardware store has treager pellets for about $20 for a 20lb. Bag. 1
tony b Posted May 27, 2019 Report Posted May 27, 2019 I've been using these lately and like them a lot. https://bbqlumberjack.com/our-pellets/ 1
ckreef Posted May 27, 2019 Report Posted May 27, 2019 3 minutes ago, tony b said: I've been using these lately and like them a lot. https://bbqlumberjack.com/our-pellets/ That's what I use too. 1
MacKenzie Posted May 27, 2019 Report Posted May 27, 2019 I think there is a dealer within 50 miles of me, so I'll try and get some of these pellets. Thanks for the info. 1
Pequod Posted May 27, 2019 Author Report Posted May 27, 2019 Have heard Lumberjack is great stuff. Do they sell it in smaller packs? Don’t particularly need a 20 lb sack of pellets for the cold smoker.
Bruce Pearson Posted May 27, 2019 Report Posted May 27, 2019 Mac is that right after you finish staining the deck planting the garden and feeding the critters just before making dinner? Lol you are my hero 1
tony b Posted May 27, 2019 Report Posted May 27, 2019 17 minutes ago, Pequod said: Have heard Lumberjack is great stuff. Do they sell it in smaller packs? Don’t particularly need a 20 lb sack of pellets for the cold smoker. My local dealer only had the 20# bags. It's not that much volume-wise, as the pellets are very dense. Per their website, it only comes in 20# and 40# bags.
tekobo Posted May 28, 2019 Report Posted May 28, 2019 Thanks for all the tips. Working my may through the options here in the UK. Lumberjack - 3 No 20 lb bags at £39.69 seems to be best value. This source only has beech and pecan. https://shop.americanbbq.co.uk/bbq-pellets-26-c.asp A-maze-n - lots of variety and bags sized from 2 lb at £6.95 or 5 lb at £11.95 - £13.95 https://www.bbqgourmet.co.uk/smoking--wood-pellets-99-c.asp Traeger - 1 No 20 lb bag at £17.99 and lots of variety - apple, cherry, hickory, maple etc https://abell.co.uk/search?q=traeger+pellets&Search= Seem to be spoilt for choice here. From what you guys have said and what I have been able to read, Lumberjack seems like a good option even though the variety is limited. 1
tony b Posted May 28, 2019 Report Posted May 28, 2019 8 hours ago, tekobo said: From what you guys have said and what I have been able to read, Lumberjack seems like a good option even though the variety is limited. Reach out to the store and ask if they can get in some of the other woods, in particular some of the fruit woods. They might be able to order you some.
SSgt93 Posted May 28, 2019 Report Posted May 28, 2019 The cold smoker is one item I didn’t add to the list but may have to order. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
