Kick Ash Basket for 2XL Big Green EGG | Can & Divider Options

Upgrade Airflow & Simplify Ash Cleanup on Your XL Big Green EGG

Add a Kick Ash Basket to your XL Big Green EGG to improve airflow, simplify ash cleanup, and better manage your lump charcoal.

The Basket can be used with or without the factory charcoal grate, allowing you to tune airflow based on your cooking style.

This heavy-duty stainless wire basket:

• Securely holds lump charcoal
• Lets you quickly shake loose ash before every cook
• Maintains clear, consistent airflow for faster startups
• Provides easy access to the bottom of the firebox for ash cleaning
• Includes FREE CGS Lump Rake ($18 value)

Pair the Basket with the optional Kick Ash Can for contained, mess-free ash removal from the XL EGG firebox.

Add the optional CGS Adjustable Dividers inside the XL EGG Basket for true two-zone capability or smaller controlled cooks.

Confirm Compatibility Before Ordering (KAB-XL)

The XL EGG firebox is typically very consistent, but we always recommend confirming measurements before ordering to ensure a proper fit.

• 17" Bottom Dia., 19" Top Dia. and 4.25" Depth
• Overall height is 5.75" including handles

Kick Ash Basket Features – XL EGG

• 3-year manufacturer’s warranty
• Heavy-duty stainless steel wire
• Electropolished stainless steel finish
• Use with or without your lower charcoal grate
• FREE CGS Lump Rake Included

The Basket does not interfere with the Big Green EGG EGGspander, CGS Spider or CGS Expander systems.

Optional Kick Ash Can (KAC-XL)

Add the optional Kick Ash Can for contained, mess-free ash removal. No more raking ash out of the lower slider vent.

• Place under the Kick Ash Basket at the bottom of the firebox
• Shake ash from the Basket into the Can
• Significantly reduces the “Pain in the Ash” of cleanup
• Stainless steel construction with 3-year warranty

No issues of the Can fitting have been reported to us. Here are the Can dimensions if you want to confirm fitment:

Optional: Basket Divider

Choose the divider that best fits your cooking style. Both options install inside the Kick Ash Basket and allow you to create flexible two-zone charcoal setups.

CGS Adjustable Ang-L Dividers

• Adjustable - Multiple configurations, many more than a Single Divider
• Configure in the Basket just like in the firebox
• 14 ga. Stainless Steel;
• 3.5-inches tall
• Each Bracket weighs 1 lb. 

Kick Ash Divider (KAB-DX-DIV)

• Stainless steel sheet metal construction
• Simple, fixed charcoal separation
• Designed specifically for XL Kick Ash Basket

Both dividers allow you to run direct heat on one side and indirect heat on the other — ideal for reverse searing, roasting, or managing smaller fuel loads.

Note, most folks prefer the CGS Ang-L Dividers for their multiple configurations.

Complete Lump & Ash Management Bundle

Build the complete system for maximum airflow, cleaner burns, and easier cleanup:

Bundle Includes: Kick Ash Basket, Kick Ash Can, CGS Ang-L Dividers & FREE Lump Rake

Our Preferred Setup

For both grilling and low & slow BBQ on the XL Big Green EGG:

• High-Heat Grilling: Remove the factory lump grate to maximize airflow and reach higher temperatures faster.
• Low & Slow BBQ: Leave the lump grate in place to mimic the grill’s natural slower airflow.

Tip: Shake the Basket before each cook to remove loose ash and maintain consistent airflow.

Our Experience

Ceramic Grill Store fabricated the first lump charcoal basket for kamado-style grills back in 2006 — years before baskets became common accessories. We understand what makes a basket system durable, usable, and effective inside a ceramic cooker.

Material and design details matter:

• Uses high-quality 304 stainless steel
• Built with proper wire diameter for strength and heat resistance
• Designed with airflow geometry that maintains a stable fuel bed
• Maintains proper clearances for manufacturer and third-party accessories, including CGS systems

Not all baskets use true 304 stainless, the same wire thickness, or maintain correct internal spacing — all of which affect durability and compatibility. Charcoal can repeatedly reach temperatures approaching 1800°F, making material quality critical.

Kick Ash balances durability, airflow, and ease of use — which is why their baskets are backed by a 3-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Brand Compatibility & Product Engineering

Ceramic Grill Store (CGS) is not affiliated with or endorsed by Big Green Egg®. Big Green EGG® and EGGspander® are registered trademarks of Big Green Egg, Inc. Our premium accessories are independently engineered for compatibility with select kamado-style grills.

Since 2005, CGS has led innovation in kamado grill accessories.