Wattle & Flame

Wattle & Flame makes kiln-fired lump charcoal from Australian Mallee Root, a dense hardwood that gives strong, steady heat with low ash and a clean, mild smoke. There are two grades: Classic (35–70mm) for everyday grilling, roasting and smoking, and Signature (70mm+) for long cooks, big pits and rotisseries. Choose by how you cook, then pick a bag size. Grab a bag from our Ingleburn showroom or order online.

Classic or Signature mallee root charcoal?

• Classic Mallee Root Lump Charcoal 15kg (35–70mm): the all-rounder. The mixed lump size lights easily and lets air flow through the fire, so it suits kettles, kamados, Mangals, open grills and smokers.
• Wattle & Flame Classic Mallee Root Lump Charcoal 5kg: the same Classic grade in a smaller bag. Easier to carry and store, and a good way to try mallee root charcoal before buying 15kg.
• Signature Mallee Root Lump Charcoal 15kg (70mm+): extra-large pieces that burn slowly and steadily, with fewer top-ups. Made for overnight briskets, large pits, offsets and rotisseries.

Why mallee root lump charcoal?

Mallee Root is a dense Australian hardwood, so the charcoal it makes burns hot and efficiently. Wattle & Flame kiln-fires it under controlled conditions to drive out moisture and volatile material, and adds no binders, fillers or chemicals. The result is lump charcoal with low ash, which keeps air moving through the fire and means less cleaning after the cook. The mild smoke lets the flavour of the meat come through. Not sure whether lump or briquettes suit you? Read the difference between lump charcoal and briquettes.

Lighting and controlling the fire

Light Wattle & Flame charcoal in a charcoal chimney starter with natural firelighters. Skip the lighter fluid, which can taint the food. Once it's lit, control the temperature with your BBQ's vents: open them for a hot sear, close them down for low and slow. New to charcoal? Our guide on how to use a charcoal grill covers setting up direct and indirect heat.

Charcoal BBQs to burn it in

Wattle & Flame suits every charcoal BBQ and grill we sell, from portable grills to a Kamado Joe. See all our lump charcoal.

Buying Wattle & Flame from Sydney BBQs

See the range at our showroom: Unit 18, 79 Williamson Rd, Ingleburn NSW 2565 (corner of Brooks Rd). Open Mon–Wed 9:30am–4:30pm, Thu–Fri 9:30am–5pm, Sat 9:30am–3pm. Order online for delivery, with the cost calculated at checkout, or pick up from Ingleburn. Not sure which one suits your cook? Call in or contact us and we'll talk you through it.