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
Lee’s Market – Original With Horseradish Beef Jerky
Lee’s Market was founded in 1962 to provide quality products conveniently to customers in their Newport, Michigan area. Since then, they have become a staple in Southeastern Michigan for jerky, as many of their customers believe to be “The Best Jerky Around”. All their artisan jerky is 100% USDA approved, hand sliced, house-brined, and wood smoked. For over 30 years, Lee’s Market has been testing and perfecting their various Read More
Matador – Flamin’ Hot Meat Stick
The Matador jerky brand name is distributed by the massive, family owned, and 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. Matador meat sticks are crafted using premium cuts of meat, expertly seasoned, and carefully crafted to deliver a satisfying and flavorful Read More
Zaks – Original Beef Jerky
Zaks is known for its high-quality, handcrafted jerky products that deliver a satisfying and flavourful snacking experience. They take pride in using premium cuts of beef and carefully selected ingredients to create their signature jerky. One of the standout features of Zaks is its commitment to traditional jerky-making methods. The brand employs a meticulous process that involves marinating the beef in a blend 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
Simms – Cracked Pepper Beef Jerky
This Simms brand of jerky is distributed by Aldi Inc., and it is based out of Batavia, Illinois. Aldi is a very large company with grocery stores located in at least 18 countries around the world. The Simms is known for offering a variety of food products, including snacks and convenience foods. This jerky is believed to be manufactured by the private label company Marfood USA, located in Taylor, Michigan. Read More
Baja Jerky – Traditional Beef Jerky
Baja Jerky was founded in 2018 by two friends, Brenton Hatch and Bryan Schafer, who was inspired by the flavors and culture of Baja California, Mexico. They wanted to create a snack that was not only delicious but also made with simple, wholesome ingredients. They are explorers, adventurers, and out-of-the-box creators that believe in shattering limits and embracing whatever journey lies ahead. They created Baja Vida to Read More
Slim Jim – Tabasco Seasoned Beef Pork Mechanically Separated Chicken Stick
Slim Jim is a famous brand of meat snacks in the United States that has been around since the 1920s. The company is known for its signature beef sticks, thin, dried sausages made from beef and pork. The company offers a variety of meat snacks in addition to its classic beef sticks, including teriyaki, smoked, and spicy flavors. Slim Jim products are widely available in convenience stores, gas stations, and supermarkets Read More
Wegmans – Original 100% Grass-Fed Beef Jerky
Wegmans is a privately-owned regional supermarket chain founded in 1916 in Rochester, New York, USA. The company is known for its high-quality products, exceptional customer service, and commitment to sustainability. Wegmans operates over 100 stores across the United States, primarily in the Northeast region, and employs over 50,000 people. Read More