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The briquette mix ratios are approximately by mass.
50% Coffee Grounds
30% Wood Shavings
10% Fine Wood Dust
10% Water By Weight
50% Coffee Grounds
30% Water
20% Wood (shavings and dust)
I think that works out about right.

The most effective fire briquettes combine high-energy organic waste like sawdust or charcoal dust with fibrous binders such as soaked paper or starch. 
For optimal burn time and heat output, a 3:1 ratio of dry biomass to binder is recommended.
🔥 Top Ingredients for High-Quality Fire Briquettes Ingredient Type
Examples Benefits Dry Biomass Sawdust, wood chips, rice husks, corn stalks, sugarcane bagasseHigh energy content, burns hot and clean Paper/CardboardShredded newspaper, office paper, cardboardActs as binder and fuel; easy to source  Charcoal DustPulverized leftover charcoalBoosts heat output and reduces smoke Agricultural WasteDry leaves, pine needles, strawReadily available and eco-friendly YouTube BindersCorn starch, cassava starch, molassesHelps briquettes hold shape; improves burn 
 🧪 Recommended Mix Ratios
3 parts dry biomass (e.g., sawdust, leaves)
1 part soaked paper pulp or binder
Add water gradually until the mix is moldable but not soggy WikiHow.
🛠️ Tips for Success Soak paper for 48 hours to release natural fibers that bind well WikiHow.
Grind biomass to particles under 5mm for better compaction YouTube.
Dry briquettes thoroughly (ideally to 5–10% moisture) before use YouTube.
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