Weber Kettle

Weber Kettle Charcoal Grill Review ~ Best Grill For The Money

When thinking about charcoal grills, the Weber Original Kettle Premium 22″ is probably one of the first grills that come to mind. This is the grill that made the Weber Company famous and is the standard charcoal grill featured in movies, TV, and media. Why is that? It’s the best! The design of this grill hasn’t changed in decades because it works so beautifully!

The large space and excellent venting allows this grill to smoke easily and efficiently, making it one of the most inexpensive smokers on the market. It is probably the best BANG FOR YOUR BUCK in the world of grilling. There isn’t much you can’t do with a Weber Kettle charcoal grill.

Weber Original Kettle Premium 22 Description

When deciding on a grill, it’s helpful to see the pros and cons alongside a detailed description of the grill specs.

Pros

• Excellent cooking abilities
• Easy ash removal and cleaning
• Can incorporate almost endless attachments
• Use as a smoker, a grill or an oven
• Versatile grilling

Cons ~ (There really only is one!)

• Three leg design is a little unstable

Description

• 363 square inches of primary grilling space
• Steel plated cooking grate with hinged doors for fire access
• Aluminum vents
• Removable ash catcher
• Porcelain-enameled bowl and lid
• Lid-mounted temperature gauge
• Glass-reinforced nylon handles that are heat resistant and long lasting
• 10 year limited warranty
• Made in the USA by Weber

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A More Detailed Review… 

The Weber Kettle grill is one of the most versatile pieces of outdoor cooking equipment ever invented. It’s 22 1/2 inch diameter charcoal grill provides plenty of space to indirectly or directly, smoke or grill a turkey and even more space to sear steaks. The great vent design allows for a level of heat control that most gas grills don’t have. Because of the temperature control it offers, you can even use the charcoal grill as a smoker. Especially when using The Snake Method.

Since charcoal grilling is more an art than a science, using a charcoal grill requires a little more practice, trial and error than a gas grill.  Once you have a charcoal grill though, you will be inclined to learn how to use it. And once you master it, you may never go back to gas!

The airflow control on this grill is excellent. As soon as you are done cooking, simply close the vents and let the lack of oxygen kill the fire. This will stop the remaining coals from burning any further. Once the grill is cool, give it a shake and pull off the ash catcher. Now you’re ready to grill again next time. The left behind coals can be relit for the next cookout. It’s ability to choke out the fire save you money over time.

These grills are long-lasting, work well, and provide you with all the versatility you’ll ever need. This grill can be used for simple grilling, more complicated smoking, cooking with indirect heat, rotisserie abilities (with accessories) and even grilling pizza. A well cared for Weber grill will last for many, many years. 

Other Weber Grill Options

The Weber Original Kettle Premium comes with a removable ash catcher and lid mounted thermometer. These are very convenient features, though not necessary for great grilling. For those not interested in these features, the Weber Original Kettle 22 costs about $50 less and cooks just as well.

On the other hand, the Weber Master Touch 22 is loaded with features for $50 more. 

• Product Dimensions 38.5 x 22.5 x 27 inches
• Item Weight 32.3 pounds