Founder Ricky Hirsch was astounded by the excessive sugar content in most jerky products, igniting his mission to create a delectable, health-conscious jerky. Collaborating with world-renowned chefs, he committed to reducing sugar and salt while prioritizing premium, wholesome ingredients. This transformative journey elevated jerky from a gas station snack to a healthy choice. Think Jerky exclusively Read More
Archives for January 2024
Smokehouse Jerky Co. – Hot Beef Sticks
Established in 2013, Smokehouse Jerky Co. has grown significantly over the past decade, becoming a leading private label provider for over 150 jerky and snack companies. Franco and Patti Fonseca assumed company ownership in 2017 and have since been dedicated to refining their jerky and snack lines. Operating under the name Tender Heifer Snack Co., Smokehouse Jerky Co. actively seeks new distributors Read More
Albion Hills Farm – Original Grass Fed Beef Jerky
Albion Hills Farm is a family-based, handcrafted, cured, and smoked meat company that started selling jerky over ten years ago. Influenced by old European traditions, Sam Giuliano started to indulge his lifelong dream of agriculture and the ancient art of drying and curing meats in 1966. At the young age of only ten, Sam began learning the business one step at a time. Working at a small family-owned company, Read More
Kroger – Original Turkey Jerky
Kroger is an American retail company and one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States, and it was founded by Bernard Kroger in 1883. Kroger operates a diverse range of grocery stores, from traditional supermarkets to hypermarkets, supercenters, and department stores. Kroger is primarily known for its grocery retail operations, offering various food and non-food Read More
Trader Joe’s – Original Beef Jerky
Trader Joe’s is a popular American grocery store chain known for its unique and eclectic selection of products. Founded in 1958 by Joe Coulombe, the Trader Joe’s brand name was created in 1967. Trader Joe’s has become famous for offering a variety of specialty and gourmet foods at relatively affordable prices. The store is often characterized by its friendly and quirky atmosphere Read More
Jerky Ingredients 10 Year Anniversary
Ten years later, we are still publishing jerky reviews. We still have plenty of inventory to review, with enough jerky to last until the Fall. Over the last couple of years, the focus has shifted to purchased jerky rather than jerky submissions. Of course, we are always open to receiving jerky submissions. Coming in 2024 is jerky purchased from Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois, along with some new Canadian jerky brands. We Read More