Discover the art of smoking and transform any preparation into a sensory experience.
With Napoleon’s wood chips for smoking, every food cooked on the grill takes on a new dimension of flavour. Available in five selected varieties, these wood chips are designed to perfectly match a wide variety of foods. Each type of wood has been carefully chosen for its intensity, aroma and taste profile, providing a wide range of nuances for meats, fish, vegetables and even fruits.
Made from 100% natural and source-controlled materials, these chips are suitable for use on gas or charcoal grills, especially in combination with smoker boxes or pipes. Whether you are a barbecue expert or a gourmet aficionado, Napoleon offers you the ideal tools to explore authentic and unique flavours.
🌳 Brandy Oak – Elegant Sweetness with Barrel Depth
Brandy Oak chips are made from authentic oak casks that once housed brandy. Carefully crushed and prepared, they produce a wood rich in tannins and with a penetrating yet refined fragrance, capable of infusing food with a complex sweetness. The aroma released during cooking is reminiscent of dried fruit notes, toasted caramel and a hint of vanilla.
Perfect for glazed or marinated meats, these chips harmonise beautifully with dishes such as pork ribs, turkey breasts, salmon or even roasted vegetables with balsamic reduction.
Ideal for: Beef, pork, poultry, fish, fruits and vegetables.
Aroma: Smoky sweet, warm, with a mild alcoholic background.
Profile: Medium-high aroma, non-intrusive, perfect to give elegance to smoked food.
🍒 Cherry – Fruity Fragrance for Round and Sophisticated Flavours
Made from 100% natural cherry wood, these chips offer a sweet and fruity aroma with a hint of floral that perfectly complements leaner cuts of meat and more intense proteins. The smoke they give off is medium in colour and is excellent for those who want a noticeable but not overpowering smoke.
Cherry wood is highly prized in gourmet cooking, as it brings out the colour of meats and adds a rounded flavour, ideal for game loin, grilled lamb, or even a nice tuna steak. It is also an excellent choice for festive dishes such as homemade smoked hams or whole trout.
Ideal for: Beef, pork, poultry, lamb, game and fish.
Aroma: Sweet, slightly fruity, with moderate smoke.
Profile: Smooth, balanced, ideal for noble meats.
🌲 Beech – Classic and Subtle Smoke for Pure and Balanced Results
Beech wood is the preferred choice for those looking for defined flavours without excess. This variety gives off a medium-low intensity smoke with a very balanced profile, which does not overshadow the natural flavour of the food but subtly enhances it. Made from 100% natural beech shredded wood, these chips are excellent for lovers of fish and lean cuts of meat.
The aroma it emits is clean, with notes of dry forest, ideal for salmon, cod, veal cutlet or artisan burgers. It also goes very well with vegetables such as aubergines, courgettes or sundried tomatoes.
Ideal for: Beef and all types of fish.
Aroma: Light smoky, fresh and clean.
Profile: Neutral, versatile, suitable for mild and controlled smoking.
🍏 Apple – Fruity and Sweet Aromas for Light Smoked Products
These chips made from crushed apple wood provide a mild, slightly sweet and fruity smoke, perfect for those looking for a more delicate flavour. Their profile is perfectly suited to a wide variety of ingredients, making them the most versatile in the Napoleon catalogue.
It is excellent for dishes that include herb-marinated chicken, honey-glazed short ribs, lemon salmon or even fruits such as baked apples or pears in wine. It also works wonderfully on vegetarian options such as portobello mushrooms, firm tofu or roasted butternut squash.
Ideal for: Beef, pork, poultry, lamb, fish, game, fruits and vegetables.
Aroma: Mild, fruity, sweet and very pleasant.
Profile: Low intensity, maximum compatibility with various ingredients.
🥃 Whisky Oak – Aromatic Intensity with Warm Liqueur Hints
Whisky Oak chips come from oak barrels that previously held whisky, giving them a deep, warm, full-bodied character. When heated, these chips release a penetrating smoke with notes of aged oak, vanilla, spice and a slight alcoholic sweetness that elevates any barbecue experience.
Recommended for pronounced flavoured meats such as brisket, Texas-style smoked ribs, artisan sausages or even strong cheeses such as provolone or aged cheddar. They also work on sweet dishes like baked apples or baked bananas.
Ideal for: Beef, pork, poultry, fish, fruits and vegetables.
Aroma: Intense, smoky, with notes of whisky and old wood.
Profile: Medium-high intensity, ideal for robust smoked foods.
🔥 Alternative Uses Outside of the Barbecue
Napoleon wood chips are not just limited to the grill. They are also perfect for other culinary or domestic scenarios:
Electric smoking ovens: add these chips in dedicated trays to get that artisanal touch on homemade fish or cold cuts.
Fireplaces or wood-burning cookers: Gently scent the atmosphere with a natural and cosy touch, especially with varieties such as apple or cherry.
Cooking with a lid or closed wok: In Dutch ovens or pots with a tightly sealed lid, you can generate an indirect smoking effect in the oven or on gas cookers.
