Naturally Sweet, Mild Smoke for Incredible BBQ
Bring a subtle sweetness and beautiful colour to your barbecue with Traeger Cherry Wood Pellets. Made from 100% natural hardwood, these premium cooking pellets produce a mild, fruity smoke that perfectly complements pork, chicken, beef and vegetables without overpowering their natural flavours.
Whether you're smoking ribs, roasting a whole chicken or cooking the perfect pork shoulder, Traeger Cherry Pellets deliver clean-burning performance, consistent temperatures and the unmistakable taste of authentic wood-fired cooking.
Why Choose Traeger Cherry Pellets?
Cherry wood is one of the most versatile smoking woods available. Its mild, slightly sweet smoke enhances food while creating the rich mahogany colour that pitmasters love on brisket, ribs and poultry.
Key Features
- Genuine Traeger hardwood pellets
- 100% natural food-grade hardwood
- Mild, sweet, fruity smoke flavour
- No fillers, binders or artificial additives
- Clean-burning with low ash production
- Consistent heat and smoke output
- Ideal for smoking, roasting, grilling and baking
- Made in the USA at Traeger-owned mills
- 9kg (20lb) bag
Sweet, Balanced Smoke Flavour
Cherry wood produces a lighter smoke than hickory or mesquite, making it an excellent choice when you want to enhance food rather than dominate it.
It delivers:
- Mild smoke flavour
- Slight natural sweetness
- Rich colour on meats
- Balanced wood-fired aroma
- Excellent versatility
Its subtle profile makes it especially popular for cooks where presentation is just as important as flavour.
Best Foods for Cherry Pellets
Traeger recommends Cherry Pellets for:
- Pork ribs
- Pork shoulder
- Pulled pork
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Beef brisket
- Steaks
- Lamb
- Vegetables
- Baked desserts
Cherry also pairs beautifully with smoked cheeses and can be blended with stronger woods such as hickory or oak for a more robust flavour profile.
Premium Hardwood for Reliable Performance
Traeger manufactures its pellets using premium hardwoods to ensure every bag burns consistently.
Benefits include:
- Reliable ignition
- Stable cooking temperatures
- Efficient fuel consumption
- Low ash production
- Clean smoke
- Consistent flavour from cook to cook
Unlike home-heating pellets, Traeger cooking pellets contain no glues, chemicals or artificial binding agents. The pellets are naturally held together by the wood's own lignin during the manufacturing process.
Compatible with Most Pellet Grills
While engineered specifically for Traeger pellet grills, Cherry Pellets are suitable for most food-grade pellet smokers, including:
- Traeger
- Green Mountain Grills (GMG)
- Camp Chef
- Pit Boss
- Broil King
- Louisiana Grills
- Weber SmokeFire
- Z Grills
Always check your grill manufacturer's recommendations before use.
Burn Time Guide
A 9kg bag typically provides approximately:
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Up to 40 hours of low-temperature smoking
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Around 20 hours of cooking at approximately 150°C
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Around 10 hours of high-temperature grilling
Actual burn time varies depending on grill model, outside temperature, cooking temperature and how often the lid is opened.
Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Product Name |
Traeger Cherry Wood Pellets |
| SKU |
PEL339 |
| Weight |
9kg (20lb) |
| Wood Flavour |
Cherry |
| Material |
100% Natural Food-Grade Hardwood |
| Fillers or Additives |
None |
| Ash Production |
Low |
| Made In |
USA |
Why Choose Cherry Over Other Pellet Flavours?
Cherry is perfect if you prefer a lighter smoke profile than hickory or mesquite.
Choose Cherry Pellets if you:
- Cook lots of chicken and pork
- Prefer a mild smoke flavour
- Want beautiful colour on your barbecue
- Enjoy slightly sweet wood-fired flavour
- Like experimenting with different meat pairings
Many pitmasters also mix Cherry with stronger woods such as Hickory to create a richer yet balanced smoke profile.
Perfect For
- Chicken
- Pork ribs
- Pulled pork
- Turkey
- Beef
- Lamb
- Vegetables
- Baking
- Everyday pellet grilling
- Backyard BBQ enthusiasts
Why Buy Your Traeger Pellets From Hot Things?
At Hot Things, we're passionate about wood-fired cooking. We stock the complete range of genuine Traeger hardwood pellets, pellet grills, BBQ rubs, sauces and accessories. Whether you're trying your first smoke or refining your competition barbecue, our experienced team can help you choose the right pellet flavour for every cook.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do Traeger Cherry Pellets taste like?
Cherry pellets produce a mild, fruity smoke with a subtle sweetness that enhances food without overpowering its natural flavour. They're particularly popular for pork, poultry and beef.
Are Traeger Cherry Pellets 100% natural?
Yes. They're made from 100% natural food-grade hardwood with no fillers, binders, glues or artificial additives.
Can I use these pellets in non-Traeger pellet grills?
Yes. Traeger Cherry Pellets can be used in most pellet grills that accept food-grade hardwood pellets, although Traeger recommends using Traeger pellets in Traeger grills for optimal performance.
Which meats pair best with Cherry Pellets?
Cherry is an excellent match for pork, chicken, turkey, beef, lamb and vegetables. It also creates a rich mahogany colour on smoked meats, making it a favourite among pitmasters.
How should I store wood pellets?
Store pellets in a cool, dry place inside an airtight container. Keeping moisture away from the pellets helps maintain consistent burn performance and prevents them from breaking down.
