A representative from Coconara natural charcoal informed us today that the ‘classic’ shape of their coals will be making a come back after audiences shared mixed impressions on the new shape. The representative told us that the newer size and shape of Coconara coals was a result of wide appeal in the Middle East where smokers tend to use much large bowls. US customers, however, were not so enthusiastic.

Mixed feedback has led Coconara to make the decision to market both coal shapes in the US, though the time frame for that deployment is unclear. It is also unclear whether or not the majority of online and local retailers will carry both coal options, or if customers will have to contact Coconara directly to get the specific size and shape they want.

If you’ve been missing the old Coconara coals, they are now available from the Coco-Nara.us website, however, you will have to make a phone call to request they place the proper coals in your order.