Jerky.com Exotic Jerky Guide
Exotic Jerky: Venison, Elk, Buffalo, Wild Boar and More
Exotic jerky is jerky made from meats beyond everyday beef, like venison, elk, buffalo, wild boar, alligator and lamb, plus fish like ahi tuna and rainbow trout. It comes in strips or slabs, ready to grab and go. New to it? Start with buffalo, our best-selling exotic, or try four meats at once in the Exotic Jerky Sampler Pack.
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What is exotic jerky?
Exotic jerky is jerky made from meats you donāt see every day. Instead of beef, it starts with game and specialty meats like venison, elk, buffalo, wild boar, alligator and lamb, or with fish like ahi tuna and rainbow trout.
Each meat has its own flavor. Venison has a light game-y taste, elk is lean and natural, buffalo is rich and beefy, and wild boar is naturally sweeter. Like any jerky, it comes in strips or slabs and goes anywhere you do.
Want to see everything at once? Browse our exotic jerky collection, or read our blog post What Is Exotic Jerky?
What does venison jerky taste like?
Our Original Venison Jerky is 100% whole muscle venison, prepared by hand and marinated with crushed black pepper, brown sugar and a splash of pineapple juice. It has the perfect amount of game-y flavor and is low in sodium and sugar.
Want it sweeter? Teriyaki Venison has a slightly sweet, teriyaki-inspired taste. Want heat? Hot Venison rates 7-8 out of 10 on our Jerky.com Heat Scale.
All-Natural Venison Jerky - Original
From $10.99
Pepper, brown sugar and pineapple, with a light game-y flavor
āItās delicious and not too chewy!ā
Stephanie, Judge.me review of All-Natural Venison Jerky - Original
What does elk jerky taste like?
Original Elk Jerky is whole muscle elk, lightly marinated to highlight its natural flavor. It's a popular choice for exotic jerky lovers.
Teriyaki Elk is slightly sweeter than venison but without the game-y taste, and Hot Elk rates 7-8 out of 10 on our heat scale.
āThat was delicious. I was never a big fan of elk before I preferred deer jerky but you have changed my mind. The flavor was amazing.ā
Laura S., Judge.me review of All-Natural Elk Jerky - Original
What does buffalo jerky taste like?
Buffalo is our best-selling exotic jerky. Original Buffalo Jerky is hand-sliced strips of Grade A, top-round buffalo with only 1/2 gram of fat per serving It's an Old West snack.
Teriyaki Buffalo is subtly sweet and slightly tangy, and Hot Buffalo rates 7-8 out of 10 on our heat scale.
āIf you like ultra lean steaks, i.e. sirloin, then this is for you, there is no of the fat taste or texture, nothing but some good ol' fashioned red meat!!ā
Jay R., Judge.me review of All-Natural Buffalo Jerky - Original
What does wild boar jerky taste like?
Wild boar is a naturally sweeter tasting meat. Our wild boar jerky is whole muscle, all-natural and made with no preservatives or added MSG.
āBest of the North (Maple Syrup) and South (Wild Boar), right here in one meaty snack. I wish we could all get along with each other as much as this jerky gets along with my taste buds.ā
Leah, Judge.me review of All-Natural Wild Boar Jerky - Maple
What does alligator jerky taste like?
Cajun Alligator Jerky is made with alligator tenderloin from 100% farm-raised alligator. It's hand-sliced, seasoned with a blend of natural spices and smoked. Alligator is low in saturated fat and high in monounsaturated fat.
āI love Gator meat and this jerky is so good and so tender and spicy it's the best jerky I've ever had definitely going to have to come back for moreā
Brandon, Judge.me review of All-Natural Alligator Jerky - Cajun
What does lamb jerky taste like?
Original Lamb Jerky is whole muscle lamb with no fillers, made with Mediterranean ingredients like thyme, rosemary and sage for a subtle, earthy flavor.
What fish jerky can I try?
Ahi Tuna Jerky is sliced from sushi grade, whole Ahi Tuna filets and is high in protein. Rainbow Trout Jerky is farm-raised sustainably and responsibly, and it's high in protein and omega 3 fatty acids.
What exotic meat sticks are there?
Exotic meat sticks are the easiest way to snack on game meats on the go. They start around $2-3 each and are individually wrapped, so you can toss one in a pocket or bag.
The Exotic Snack Sticks Variety Pack has 8 sticks, including elk, venison, wild boar and venison cheddar. The Exotic Jerky Gift Basket has 12 flavors of exotic meat snack sticks.
Exotic Snack Sticks Variety Pack - 8 Pieces
$24.99
8 exotic sticks: elk, venison, wild boar and more
āThis is a great assortment, a it has little bit of everything. I'm not a fan of hot, but it has a really good flavor, with a kick. The original and Teriyaki were phenomenal. The sticks were all deliciousā
Charles W., Judge.me review of Exotic Snack Sticks Variety Pack - 8 Pieces
Which exotic jerky should I try first?
If you like beef jerky, start with buffalo. Itās our best-selling exotic. If you want a little adventure, go with elk or venison. If you want a story to tell, try alligator.
| Meat | Tastes like | Start with | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo | Lean Grade A top-round, an Old West snack | All-Natural Buffalo Jerky - Original (From $10.99) | Your first exotic |
| Elk | Lean and natural, lightly marinated | All-Natural Elk Jerky - Original (From $10.99) | A clean, simple game meat |
| Venison | Light game-y flavor with pepper and brown sugar | All-Natural Venison Jerky - Original (From $10.99) | Trying classic game meat |
| Wild boar | Naturally sweeter | All-Natural Wild Boar Jerky - Maple (From $10.99) | Sweet and savory fans |
| Lamb | Earthy, with thyme, rosemary and sage | All-Natural Lamb Jerky - Original (From $11.99) | Herb lovers |
| Alligator | Smoked with Cajun spice | All-Natural Alligator Jerky - Cajun (From $15.99) | The most adventurous pick |
| Ahi tuna | Sushi grade tuna, high in protein | All-Natural Ahi Tuna Jerky - Original (From $10.99) | Seafood fans |
What are the best exotic jerky samplers and gifts?
Canāt pick one meat? A sampler lets you taste several at once. The Exotic Jerky Sampler Pack has four 1 oz. bags (venison, elk, buffalo and wild boar), and the Exotic Jerky Combo brings the same four meats together in one four-pack.
The Adventure Packs pair two exotic jerkies with two exotic meat sticks. For a gift, the Exotic Jerky Snacks Gift Box has venison, elk, buffalo and wild boar in jerky and meat stick form, and itās ideal for an adventurous person who has everything.
āI think Venison and Elk are my favoritesā
Pasquale P., Judge.me review of Exotic Jerky Sampler Pack
Frequently asked questions
What is exotic jerky?
Exotic jerky is jerky made from meats beyond everyday beef, like venison, elk, buffalo, wild boar, alligator and lamb, plus fish like ahi tuna and rainbow trout.
Which exotic jerky should I try first?
Start with Original Buffalo Jerky, our best-selling exotic. Or try four meats at once with the Exotic Jerky Sampler Pack.
Is exotic jerky gamey?
It depends on the meat. Venison has the perfect amount of game-y flavor, Teriyaki Elk is described as having none of the game-y taste, and wild boar is a naturally sweeter tasting meat.
Is there spicy exotic jerky?
Yes. Hot Venison, Hot Elk and Hot Buffalo each rate 7-8 out of 10 on our Jerky.com Heat Scale, and Cajun Alligator brings Cajun spice.
Do you have exotic meat sticks?
Yes. The Exotic Snack Sticks Variety Pack has 8 sticks and the Exotic Jerky Gift Basket has 12 flavors. Meat sticks start around $2-3 each and are individually wrapped.
Do you have fish jerky?
Yes. Try Ahi Tuna Jerky, sliced from sushi grade tuna, or Rainbow Trout Jerky, which is high in omega 3 fatty acids.
What is a good exotic jerky gift?
The Exotic Jerky Snacks Gift Box has venison, elk, buffalo and wild boar in jerky and meat stick form. The Exotic Jerky Gift Basket has 12 exotic meat snack sticks.
Where can I see all exotic jerky?
Browse our exotic jerky collection to see every exotic meat in one place.
Ready to try something new?
Pick a meat, grab a sampler, or browse every exotic jerky we make.
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