Papa Dan’s Jerky, founded in 1988 by David Batistelli and his father, is a family-run brand. The company is dedicated to producing high-quality jerky using fresh, premium cuts of meat, all crafted in Southern California. Papa Dan’s Jerky offers diverse jerky cuts, including thick cut, traditional thin, and bite-sized nuggets, catering to various texture preferences. Their product line Read More
Righteous Felon – Teriyaki Balboa Beef Jerky
In 1997, a band of three young, small-time crooks developed a recipe for a highly potent substance that went by the street name “Jerky”. Within weeks, jerky flooded the streets of Chester Counter, PA. The gang was moving 10 kilos a week – pushing in the back alleys, the street corners, and the recess yards. Supply couldn’t keep up with demand, and the boys got sloppy. In the fall of ’98, a deal went awry in the ninth grade Read More
Righteous Felon – O.G. Hickory Beef Jerky
In 1997, a band of three young, small-time crooks developed a recipe for a highly potent substance that went by the street name “Jerky”. Within weeks, jerky flooded the streets of Chester Counter, PA. The gang was moving 10 kilos a week – pushing in the back alleys, the street corners, and the recess yards. Supply couldn’t keep up with demand, and the boys got sloppy. In the fall of ’98, a deal went awry in the ninth grade Read More
Wild Bill’s – Hickory Smoked Beef Jerky From The Jar (Review #2)
This will be the second review for Wild Bill’s hickory smoked Jerky From The Jar style of beef jerky, which refers to a mason jar. The jerky weight has since been reduced, the price increased, the bag design has been tweaked, and the ingredient list may have changed. This 2 ounce/57 gram bag was purchased at a gas bar convenience store in Sayre, Pennsylvania.
The Wild Bill’s brand name is owned by the very large company Monogram Meat Snacks, LLC., located Read More
Wild Bill’s – Hickory Smoked Beef Jerky From The Jar (Review #1)
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This will be the first review for Wild Bill’s hickory smoked ‘Jerky From The Jar’ style of beef jerky, referring to a mason jar. This 2.3 ounce/62 gram bag was purchased at a convenience store in Kearny, New Jersey back in 2011. Read More
Pearson Ranch Jerky – Hickory Smoked Elk Beef Jerky (Review #1)
Note: For a more current taste review on a tweaked bag design, open up Pearson Ranch Jerky – Hickory Smoked Elk Beef Jerky (Review #1).
The first review for Pearson Ranch Jerky will focus on a 1.875 ounce/53 gram bag of their hickory smoked flavored elk and beef chopped & formed jerky. This flavor is described as using all natural Read More
Blackbeard’s – Teriyaki Beef Jerky (Review #2)
The next review on Blackbeard’s will focus on a 2.5 ounce/70 gram bag of their teriyaki beef jerky. This flavor is described as a delicious blend of brown sugar and soy sauce added to premium, tender beef to create an outstanding mild, and very popular beef jerky. The bag was purchased at a gas bar convenience store in New Milford, Pennsylvania.
Blackbeard’s beef jerky is located in Northampton, Pennsylvania, and it is distributed by Read More
Blackbeard’s – Teriyaki Beef Jerky (Review #1)
Note: For a live taste review on an updated ingredient list, open up Blackbeard’s – Teriyaki Beef Jerky (Review #2).
The next review on Blackbeard’s will be on a 2.5 ounce/70 gram bag of their teriyaki beef jerky. This bag was purchased at a gas bar convenience store in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania back in 2010.
Blackbeard’s beef jerky is located in Northampton, Read More
Wild Bill’s – Teriyaki Beef Jerky (Review #2)
The next review for Wild Bill’s will be on a 3 ounce/85 gram bag of their teriyaki beef jerky. This flavor is described as being sweet, savory, and packed full of rich flavor in every bite. The bag was purchased at a gas bar convenience store in Sayre, Pennsylvania.
Of all jerky brands reviewed to date, this Wild Bill’s is one of the most popular jerky brands out there. The Wild Bill’s brand name is owned by Read More
BJO Smoky Mountain – Fire Beef Jerky
The next review for BJO Smoky Mountain will focus on a 4 ounce/113 gram bag of their Fire flavored beef jerky. This flavor is described as a being a hot flavor, but you’re still able to taste the other flavors, including the natural beef flavor. The bag was purchased in Tannersville, Pennsylvania, at the Crossings Premium Outlets, where there is a Pocono Mountain Beef Jerky Outlet store.
This BJO Smoky Mountain brand is distributed Read More