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Jealous Devil - what do you think?

itsmce
itsmce Posts: 410
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My regular local source for lump charcoal pulled the ol' switcharoo on me. They had been carrying Timber Charcoal. However when I went to buy more I discovered that they've switched to Jealous Devil. I used it last night for the first time, and I have to say, I'm not a fan. As the fire was starting, I noticed a fairly strong chemical-y smell. Does anybody else here have any feedback on the stuff? Was this a one-off, or is it all like this?
Large (sometimes wish it were an XL) in KS
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  • Gulfcoastguy
    Gulfcoastguy Posts: 7,335
    I haven’t tried it but thanks for the review. I have much the same opinion about Kamoda Joe Big Block lump for which I was swindled of $25 recently.
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  • Ozzie_Isaac
    Ozzie_Isaac Posts: 21,673
    edited October 2020
    It is very dense, smells strong when first lighting, but cleans up fine.

    It burns very very hot.  Seems to burn for a long time too.  I prefer Rockwood, but since I can no longer get it, I will use Jeleous Devil when the price is right and Royal Oak.

    Their bag seems like a neat idea with the ziplock top, but my zipper ripped off the first time I tried to close it.

    I would rather light a candle than curse your darkness.

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  • Spike_MI
    Spike_MI Posts: 4
    ditto on the Kamoda Joe Big Block... got two bags both had a funky smell and taste 
    Michigan - Large BGE - Green Mountain Davy Crockett - Weber Gasser 
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  • 4TheGrillOfIt
    4TheGrillOfIt Posts: 741
    I like JD as much as one can like a fuel source.  Haven’t noticed any strange smell, but burns long, hot and clean.  
    XL BGE, Large BGE, Small BGE, Weber Summit NG                                                                                               
    Memphis  
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  • Gulfcoastguy
    Gulfcoastguy Posts: 7,335
    Still nothing but Cowboy at my
    local ACE. I will try my grocery store this afternoon. 
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  • alaskanassasin
    alaskanassasin Posts: 8,930
    You just have to plan on letting the smoke clear with Brazil coal. Takes extra time is all
    South of Columbus, Ohio.


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  • fishepa
    fishepa Posts: 211
    I enjoy it

    War Damn Eagle!
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  • unoriginalusername
    unoriginalusername Posts: 1,146
    Pro's
    - burns hot
    - burns long
    - pretty consistent bag to bag for size of charcoal etc
    - bag is waterproof

    Cons
    - bag is not recyclable 
    - clip often breaks for me as well when resealing 
    - if not on sale, $$$

    neutral 
    - taste / flavour.  Good when burning clean, not so great if rushed.

    I gave it my best overall rating in a charcoal test i did in the summer, KJ i found best for the money but not as consistent bag to bag.

    video - https://youtu.be/_JyRDJAWG5I
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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 34,583
    they have a very aggressive email campaign from what i remember back when i first opened their link a few years ago. thats all i know about this lump
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • Hub
    Hub Posts: 927
    I absolutely love Jealous Devil.  It's my favorite lump of all time.  It comes in large pieces, burns hot and clean, and leaves behind minimal ash.  I've noticed any unpleasant smell.  It's a bit on the expensive side, but quality costs.
    Beautiful and lovely Villa Rica, Georgia
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