Why 100% Grass Fed & Finished Beef Makes Better Jerky
Why 100% Grass Fed & Finished Beef Makes Better Jerky
When I started Branchish Jerky in my Rhode Island kitchen, I had one simple goal: make jerky that actually tasted good and that I felt good about eating. That meant finding beef I could trust.
I quickly learned that not all beef jerky is created equal. The big difference comes down to how the cattle are raised and finished. That’s why every batch of Branchish uses 100% Grass Fed & Finished beef.
What does “Grass Fed & Finished” actually mean? It means the cattle spent their entire lives eating nothing but grass. No grain finishing at the end, no shortcuts. Just pure grass from start to finish. This is the gold standard for clean, high-quality beef.
Why it matters for jerky
Better flavor: Grass Fed & Finished beef has a richer, cleaner taste that comes through in every bite. You get real beef flavor instead of something bland or overly salty.
Cleaner ingredients: No hormones, no unnecessary additives. It pairs perfectly with the simple seasonings we use in all five of our flavors.
Higher nutrition: More natural nutrients and higher-quality protein per serving. It’s jerky you can snack on without the guilt.
Gluten-free and nitrate-free: Every flavor stays true to our clean standards.
Right now we offer five bold flavors built on that same 100% Grass Fed & Finished foundation:
Heat (fiery habanero kick)
The Original (classic bold beef taste)
Maple Bourbon (sweet and smoky balance)
Umami (deep savory explosion)
Cracked Pepper Smoke (bold pepper with a smoky finish)
Each one is small-batch, gluten-free, and made with real ingredients so you can actually taste the difference.
If you’ve been disappointed by grocery-store jerky or just want a snack that fits real life, give Branchish a try. You’ll notice the grass-fed difference immediately.
Ready to taste it for yourself? Head over to the shop and grab a bag (or two).