{"title":"Shop","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"beast-of-the-blackdowns-wild-hardwood-charcoal","title":"Beast of the Blackdowns - Wild Hardwood Blend - 2026 harvest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePerfect for: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrime Rib \u0026amp; Dry-Aged Steak, searing a deep crust and a rich, nutty savoury finish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree-Range Pork \u0026amp; Poultry, creating a golden, rustic depth of flavour.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUntamed, ferocious heat born from the deep woods of the West Country\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eInspired by the legendary black panthers and wild cats reported roaming the shadowy hollows of the Blackdown Hills, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"120\"\u003eBeast of the Blackdowns\u003c\/b\u003e is a ferocious charcoal blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eCrafted for master grillers who demand raw power, this heavy-duty mix combines ultra-dense British hardwoods to deliver an aggressive, high-temperature sear and exceptional burn time. It’s wild, untamed, and ready to conquer your biggest cooking challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSome legends are meant to be fired up.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy Choose the Beast?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFierce Heat:\u003c\/b\u003e A high-density blend engineered to roar at extreme temperatures for searing steaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLow \u0026amp; Slow Endurance:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with the stamina of an apex predator - burns long and steady so you can feed a crowd without constant attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePure British Wilderness:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% sustainable hardwoods harvested locally, retort-fired, and 25+mm hand-graded with zero additives or chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWild Hardwood Blend, harvested in 2026\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlder, the pounce - \u003c\/strong\u003eQuick ignition, lively heat and exceptionally responsive to airflow adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsh, the backbone - \u003c\/strong\u003e Agile and brilliantly responsive with steady, reliable heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOak, the muscle\u003c\/strong\u003e - heavy duty long lasting endurance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazel, the balance \u003c\/strong\u003e- Offers a clean, steady heat bridging quick ignition and heavy endurance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeech, Birch \u0026amp; Chestnut also included in small quantities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Size: 25mm (dust-free)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 100% British Hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction: Eco-friendly retort method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Blackdown Hills, UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest For: Kamados, BBQs, smokers, and open grills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Blackdown Charcoal","offers":[{"title":"1.5kg","offer_id":55113368731989,"sku":null,"price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg","offer_id":55113368764757,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/2527\/3941\/files\/VideoCapture_20260719-130450_edited_edited_8ea6c995-25f8-4fca-bc66-609472d069a8.jpg?v=1790461750"},{"product_id":"gunpowder-treason-british-alder-charcoal","title":"Gunpowder Treason – British Alder Charcoal - 2026 harvest","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalmon, or Mackerel finished with a squeeze of charred lemon and dill, subtle sweetness without overpowering the natural oils.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWild Mushrooms \u0026amp; Asparagus fast-seared for earthy woodland flavour and natural umami.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA fiery tribute to British history, crafted for a faster, sharper burn.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eInspired by the legendary role that fine alder wood played in the history of traditional gunpowder manufacturing, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"131\"\u003eGunpowder Treason\u003c\/b\u003e brings heritage straight to your grill. Alder’s light density and uniform grain made it the historic choice for quick, responsive ignition and today, it makes for an exceptionally fast-lighting, responsive charcoal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eDesigned for grillers who want a crisp, clean-burning fire that gets up to temperature in a flash, this single-species alder lumpwood delivers a bright, lively heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRemember, remember to barbecue in November - flavour, treason and plot.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy Choose Gunpowder Treason?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRapid Ignition:\u003c\/b\u003e Inheriting the quick-lighting legacy of historic powder woods, it catches fast and gets you cooking in minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLively, Clean Heat:\u003c\/b\u003e Burns bright and hot with minimal lingering ash, making it exceptionally responsive to airflow adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSustainably British:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% locally harvested British alder, retort-fired with zero chemicals, fillers, or accelerants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Size: 25mm (dust-free)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 100% British Hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction: Eco-friendly retort method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Blackdown Hills, UK\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Blackdown Charcoal","offers":[{"title":"1.5kg","offer_id":55113421914453,"sku":null,"price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg","offer_id":55113421947221,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1083\/2527\/3941\/files\/GX010436.jpg?v=1790491600"},{"product_id":"myths-and-legends-british-ash-charcoal","title":"Myths and Legends - British Ash Charcoal - 2026 harvest","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerfect for: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWhole-roasted celeriac, fire-baked leeks, or charred beetroot in herb oil roasted to allow\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e sugars inside the vegetables to caramelise deeply into a sweet, earthy, paste.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWhole sea bass, Cornish squid, or charred king prawns with garlic butter for\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e a delicate, tender interior.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA symbol of creation, strength, and endurance, and steeped in the history of the longbow.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eAcross European tradition, the ash tree is celebrated in ancient creation lore as a pillar of life, strength, and endurance. 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