Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauces were first introduced in 1985. Their philosophy and slogan are “The Sauce is the Boss”. Bridgford Foods Corp. started its business in 1932, specializing in multiple food products, not just meat snacks, and currently has about 500 employees. They have a deep distribution network and are likely in the top five for jerky sales in North America while still being a family run business. The Sweet Baby Ray’s Read More
Gold Emblem – Korean BBQ Beef Jerky
Gold Emblem started appearing in stores several years ago. This Gold Emblem jerky brand seems to be a replacement for the Clover Valley jerky brand, although that is not verified. While CVS Pharmacy, Inc. distributes this jerky, I generally refer to this jerky as Dollar Store jerky. The quality of Dollar Store jerky has come a long way in the last 15 years. Read More
Damn Good Jerky – Maple Beef Jerky
Damn Good Jerky describes themselves in their words: “None of us had any experience in the food industry. Our backgrounds include construction, sales, and every facet of floor care. We view our lack of knowledge as an asset. Since we don’t subscribe to the traditional ways of producing products, we have taken great steps to determine how to get the best results. If you dislike how something is being done, change the rules and do Read More
Gold Emblem – Spicy Garlic Pork Jerky
Gold Emblem started appearing in stores several years ago. This Gold Emblem jerky brand seems to be a replacement for the Clover Valley jerky brand, although that is not verified. While CVS Pharmacy, Inc. distributes this jerky, I generally refer to this jerky as Dollar Store jerky. The quality of Dollar Store jerky has come a long way in the last 15 years. Read More
Bridgford – Sweet Baby Ray’s Peppered Beef Jerky
Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauces were first introduced in 1985. Their philosophy and slogan are “The Sauce is the Boss”. Bridgford Foods Corp. started its business in 1932, specializing in multiple food products, not just meat snacks, and currently has about 500 employees. They have a deep distribution network and are likely in the top five for jerky sales in North America while still being a family run business. The Sweet Baby Ray’s Read More
Takis Fuego – Hot Chili Pepper & Lime Pork Stick
Takis Fuego is a pork meat stick from the popular Cattleman’s Cut line of meat snacks. The Spanish translation for fuego is fire. One translation of takis is a Mexican brand of corn tortilla chips. This Takis Fuego pork stick brand is distributed under the name of 2021 Cattleman’s Cut, and it is located in Kent, Washington, USA. This Takis Fuego pork stick brand is manufactured Read More
Soldier Boy Beef Jerky – Original Beef Jerky
Soldier Boy Beef Jerky was established in 2016. Their mission is to provide exceptional meat snacks for the enjoyment of those who will join them in honoring the brave men and women who protect & defend our American freedoms. They are committed to donating their products and providing financial support to causes that directly benefit our troops. Soldier Boy Beef Jerky is a proud supporter of K9S For Warriors Read More
Gold Emblem – Original Beef Jerky
Gold Emblem seemed to start appearing in stores about three years ago. This Gold Emblem jerky brand seems to be a replacement to the Clover Valley jerky brand, although that is not verified. While CVS Pharmacy, Inc. ditributes this jerky, I generally refer to this jerky as Dollar Store jerky. The quality of Dollar Store jerky has come a long way in the last dozen years. Read More
Sweet Baby Ray’s – Sweet ‘N Spicy Beef Jerky
Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauces were first introduced in 1985. Their philosophy and slogan is “The Sauce is the Boss”. Bridgford Foods Corp. started business in 1932 specializing in multiple food products, not just meat snacks, and currently have about 500 employees. They have a deep distribution network, and are likely in the top five for jerky sales in North America. The Sweet Baby Ray’s jerky brand name is manufactured and distributed by Bridgford Foods Corp., and they are located in Read More
Matador – Peppered Beef Pork Jerky
The Matador jerky brand name is distributed by the very large, family owned, and a true American success story Link Snacks Inc. While the Jack Links jerky brand name is easily the world leader in jerky sales, this Matador jerky brand is targeted towards teenagers, with bolder flavors. Link Snacks Inc. is located in Minong, Wisconsin, and interestingly Read More