Weber announces Weber branded Wood Pellets

[primeone]

Along with the new line of Pellet Grills, Weber has also announced the launch of 5 new flavors of Weber Wood Pellets. The all-natural hardwood blends include: Hickory, Apple, Mesquite, Cherry and Grillmaster Blend. Here are some additional details:

Hickory All-Natural Hardwood Pellets
• 40% Hickory, 60% Oak, 0% Fillers, 100% Flavor (ratio calculated by weight).
• Moderate: bold, smoky, bacon-like flavor.
• Pairs well with: beef, poultry, pork, lamb, game meat, and vegetables.

Apple All-Natural Hardwood Pellets
• 40% Apple, 60% Maple, 0% Fillers, 100% Flavor (ratio calculated by weight).
• Mild: aromatic and sweet smoky flavor.
• Pairs well with: poultry, pork, vegetables, baked goods, and pizza.

Mesquite All-Natural Hardwood Pellets
• 40% Mesquite, 60% Oak, 0% Fillers, 100% Flavor (ratio calculated by weight).
• Strong: full bodied, big and rich smoky flavor.
• Pairs well with: beef, poultry, pork, game meat, and seafood.

Cherry All-Natural Hardwood Pellets
• 40% Cherry, 60% Maple, 0% Fillers, 100% Flavor (ratio calculated by weight).
• Mild: subtle, fruity, sweet smoky flavor.
• Pairs well with: poultry, pork, lamb, game meat, and seafood.

GrillMaster Blend All-Natural Hardwood Pellets
• 34% Maple, 33% Hickory, 33% Cherry, 0% Fillers, 100% Flavor (ratio calculated by weight).
• Moderate: balanced and savory with a mild, sweet finish.
• Pairs well with: beef, poultry, pork, lamb, game meat, seafood, vegetables, baking, and pizza.

 

[Webber_uses_weber]

I expect this to be about the same as on the charcoal side. Weber is the best of the “good enough stuff” but nowhere near the good stuff.
But, being new to pellets, I have no idea what I would choose

 

[bbqbabe]

What's the good brand for pellets?

 

[primeone]

Lumberjack & B&B Pellets seem to be the favorites.

 

[bbqbabe]

Lumberjack & B&B Pellets seem to be the favorites.

Thank you. I will keep an eye out for those brands.

 

[FormerStickBurner]

Lumberjack & B&B Pellets seem to be the favorites.

I use B&B oak lump. Nice to see that they have pellets too!

 

[woodsum]

What's the good brand for pellets?

Lumberjack pellets. Distributors can be found on their website (https://bbqlumberjack.com for you 'mericans and https://lumberjackpellets.ca for you canucks)

 

[BIGCHRIS]

Pit Boss comp pellets are a great price at Lowes 40lbs for $15, seems like a good place to start,500 good reviews too.

 

[WeekendWarrior]

When will weber pellets be available in stores like Lowes?