I have been using natural hardwood charcoal for a while now and think the results are stinkin’ awesome! The extra smokey flavor you get really brings out the grilled flavor of the meat. Watch the vid where I review one of the less expensive hardwood charcoal brands called “Cowboy.”
I’d say it is the best natural hardwood charcoal for the money and I can point you to a place (below the post) where you can get a big bag for cheap.