The great flavor of Branch Creek Pellets comes 100% from the wood. Our pellets burn hot and clean with very little ash. Branch Creek Pellets contain no binders, no chemicals and no artificial flavoring agents. We do add oak to our flavor woods; this is done to either mellow a strong flavor or to increase the heat and performance of a softer wood. We have tested our pellets over several years and believe we have just the right ratios to deliver the best flavor and quality burn of any pellet on the market.