Why are blended pellets produced?
• Flavor woods are blended with milder woods to reduce an over powering taste. • Some pellet manufacturers use cheaper mild woods as fillers to reduce costs. Our 100% varieties and blends are the same price. What woods are used for blending? Any mild flavored wood can be used. Typically alder or oak are used. We use oak in our blends. How can I tell if a bag of pellets is 100% wood variety or a blend? Example: If a bag is labeled as “mesquite flavored pellets” it probably is a blend. Our products are clearly labeled. When should 100% wood variety and blended pellets be used? 100% wood variety pellets should be used when added directly to charcoal, in foil pouches, and in pellet fired smokers when a stronger flavor is desired. Blended pellets should be used in pellet fired smokers when extended smoking times would produce a flavor that is too strong. [Home] Copyright 2003 Latest up-date 4/21/2003 Epp Farms Inc.
