HOW GREEN IS MONOLITH?
About kamados, charcoal and sustainability
Meat, CO2 and climate change – these are the first three terms that come to mind when you think of “sustainability”. As a manufacturer of charcoal grills, we are aware of the responsibility we carry on our shoulders. This is why since our founding we have dedicated ourselves to the challenge of making the world around MONOLITH as sustainable as possible. Not least because the topic is also a personal concern for Managing Director Matthias Otto and his team. But how exactly do we take care of energy efficiency, sustainability, and CO2 neutrality? The answer is threefold.
1. The Grill
While many gas and charcoal barbecues wear out after just a few years (or even months) and have to be disposed of in case of doubt, every MONOLITH Kamado is a purchase for life. The ceramic body lasts forever without external influence, while the high-quality stainless steel fittings, as well as the new gaskets of the Pro Series 2.0 do not rust even after years in the open air.
In addition, as a ceramic barbecue the MONOLITH is extremely charcoal efficient because the energy produced during combustion is very effectively converted into usable heat, absorbed by the ceramic, and stored there over a long cooking time.
2. The Charcoal
When choosing the right charcoal, quality, durability, efficiency and flavour are the most important factors. With these aspects in mind, we have developed MONOLITH barbecue charcoal together with an innovative German company. The company mainly produces charcoal as a feed additive, which is why this charcoal meets the highest standards of purity and climate-neutral production. For example, our charcoal is made exclusively from sustainably sourced oak wood from certified German forestry.
In addition, all stages of the production process are energy-optimised: The resulting gas powers a combined heat and power plant, while the waste heat is diverted and used to dry the raw material. The fact that the charcoal goes out quickly when the grill is closed and can be reused afterwards also contributes to its sustainability, of course.
3. The Barbecue
We encourage all MONOLITH owners to consider both versatility and high quality food with provenance. Especially but not exclusively fish and meat. With its different cooking methods and huge range of accessories, vegetables and side dishes can be prepared more creatively and animals can be utilised more holistically.
Use the wok crown, pizza stone or a Dutch oven and turn side dishes or leftovers into delicious main courses – the possibilities are endless, a MONOLITH can do much more than just sausages and steaks. So to those who aspire to cook food in a sustainable way and try out a wide variety of dishes, MONOLITH is the grill that fulfils these wishes.
Sustainability can be achieved in many ways and we strive to follow as many of these paths as possible – out of conviction, with respect and responsibility. In 40 years time, we would still like to be sitting in the garden on a balmy summer evening, the voices of our loved ones in our ears and the aroma of our MONOLITH in our noses.
Even if we can‘t achieve everything individually, we still want to do our part. For a better, greener world.
The new generation of Monolith BBQ Guru digital controllers is upon us
The first tests with the UltraQ and the DynaQ have been successfully completed: check out the two new digital temperature controllers produced by the American company BBQ Guru, market leader in the field of digital barbecue controllers. We are now ready to launch! Monolith Grill GmbH is the exclusive European distributor of BBQ Guru.
IT'S TIME...!
The wait is over - the new BBQ Gurus are here! The controllers have been completely redesigned. Many features have been modified and upgraded, visually as well as technically. The app-controlled operation system has already convinced many users in America and will undoubtedly inspire European users too.
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BBQ GURU DYNAQ & BBQ GURU ULTRAQ!
The new generation from the house of BBQ Guru is now ready and has been extensively tested. Both controllers work with an app that can be downloaded for free in the relevant app stores. Here is a brief overview of the differences between the devices:
DYNAQ BBQ GURU CONTROL
- Bluetooth
- Operated and set up via the app
- 1 pit probe
- 1 food probe
- Setting mode to select the barbecue
- LED frame with patent pending status light ring
ULTRAQ BBQ GURU CONTROL
- Bluetooth
- WLAN (with WLAN connection also controllable via ShareMyCook.com)
- Adjustable via app and manual operation
- 1 pit probe
- 3 food probes
- Setting mode to select the barbecue
- LED frame with patent pending status light ring
- LCD display
NOT ONLY FOR MONOLITH
Besides the use for Monolith Kamado Barbecues, BBQ Guru controllers can also be combined with many other kamados and barbecues.
WATCH THE VIDEO PRESENTATION OF THE NEW BBQ GURU CONTROLLER HERE
The new hub for the world of kamado and ceramic barbecues now has a new domain name:
MONOLITH-GRILL.EU
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Smart grilling with the BBQ-Guru
LESS WORK, MORE ENJOYMENT WITH THE BBQ-GURU CONTROLLER
Our Kamado Grill is ideally suited to so-called long cooks, dishes that require extensive grilling times, thanks to its insulative ceramic. If you want to automate this process, the BBQ Guru is the best choice for you.
THE BBQ-GURU COMPANY: OUR PARTNER FOR LONG COOKING TIMES
Barbecuing is about timing, and sometimes timing requires a degree of patience. Cooking on a ceramic barbecue can take a few seconds to several hours, depending on the dish, and this can be troublesome for impatient grillers. Especially the classic disciplines, such as the cooking of the deliciously popular pulled pork, are often associated with many hours of cooking. How great it would be if cooking in the kamado overnight took care of itself and you don’t have to worry about the temperature stability in the night? To relieve you of this extra work, we work with the BBQ Guru.
HOW DOES THE BBQ GURU WORK?
The BBQ Guru is now available in three different versions, each of which does its job; they control and regulate the temperature inside the ceramic grill. A thermometer inside the grill measures the temperature of the fire. In addition, depending on the BBQ Guru version there are 1-3 temperature meters for the barbecue itself, which measure the core food temperature and adjust the intensity of the fire accordingly.
The computer in the BBQ Guru uses the temperature data inside the grill to adjust the air supply to the fire automatically and instantly. A more detailed description of how it works can be found here on our website. As the Monolith is weatherproof and well insulated, the temperature control works in all weather conditions, in both summer and sub-zero temperatures. Naturally, the BBQ Guru is equipped with the latest technology and can now be controlled quite easily via app.
WHAT DO I HAVE TO PAY ATTENTION TO WHEN USING THE BBQ GURU?
The BBQ Guru is extremely easy to use and requires neither special knowledge nor a complex installation. The fan can be installed in the ceramic grill without any tools, or on versions such as the Monolith LeChef BBQ Guru Edition, it may already be installed in the kamado. The operating instructions are easy to understand and the BBQ Guru app makes access to all functions even easier.
HAS THE BBQ-GURU BEEN TESTED INTENSIVELY?
Sounds like a rhetorical question? Of course the different versions of the BBQ Guru, together with our Monolith, have already been thoroughly tested! So, if you haven’t yet decided whether the BBQ Guru is right for your next barbecue creation, take a look here.
Introducing the Monolith Kamado Barbecue new English website
Welcome to our new English website!
We are live!
Our rejuvenated website reflects the spirit of our unique brand; here, you can see who we are and what our grills are made for. Monolith is more than just a barbecue, it embodies a new generation of ceramic grills and high-quality grilling accessories. Monolith is freedom!
With this website, we have laid the foundation for a user-friendly browsing experience; not only for our existing customers, but for everyone who encounters our popular Monolith ceramic grill for the first time.
Our site has a simple, clear and user-friendly layout - but it's not appearances that matter, it’s the content! And it works. See for yourself, browse the site and find out more about our globally renowned Monolith Kamado Grill.
You will find what you are looking for here!
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New design
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- Our new, clearer design delivers comprehensive information about the Monolith Kamado Grill.
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New navigation system
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- Thanks to the all-in-one menu, you can see all the contents of our new website at a glance. Explore the universe of the Monolith Kamado Grill and find your perfect barbecue.
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Optimized for mobile & tablet
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- Our website is mobile optimized and is therefore compatible with every smartphone. Browse our site on your device, whether at your desk or on the go.
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Plenty of content
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- Keeping our finger on the pulse, we publish a continous stream of fresh and exciting content. A detailed breakdown of our Kamado grills, comprehensive product descriptions, recipes and our Monolith blog – there’s so much to explore! For further information you can download our brochure and technical data.
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Contact us !
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- It’s easy to get involved. Find our dealers or join our vast barbecue community. The Monolith Kamado Grill is more than just a grill - it is a lifestyle!
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This new hub for the Kamado world of ceramic grills has a new domain name: