Picked up a box of Java logs at the grocery store for our fireplace in the new apartment. Apparently they are made from Recycled Spent Coffee Grounds. So far it's just the same as any other fake log. From the box:

What do they smell like? Java-Logs have a very mild sweet scent but most importantly, it has "NO CHEMICAL SMELL".

Why is Java-Log better for my chimney? When used as directed the Java-Log produces 86% less creosote while at the same time generating 96% fewer residues, thus contributing to a safer environment and cleaner fireplace.

How was the Java-Log invented? Rod Sprules created the Java-Log concept in his aprtment one day where he used dried coffee grounds from his coffee maker filter, combined it with candle wax and then compressed it in an old cigar tube. It burned so well that he then made prototypes and gave them to friends to try. The formula was redesigned several times before it became what it is today.