The Best Jerky Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Some people are hard to buy for. People who love jerky aren't one of them.
We've rounded up our favorite M&S Meats jerky gifts, what's inside each one, and who it suits best. Every box is hand-made in Montana and shelf-stable, so it travels well and keeps until the big day.
Quick picker: who are you shopping for?
| If they're… | Give them |
|---|---|
| The jerky superfan | The Jerky Sampler |
| Hunters and outdoors lovers | The Hunter's Pack |
| Spice lovers | The Heat Ladder |
| Adventurous eaters | Buffalo Jerky Sampler |
| Classic jerky lovers | Beef Jerky Sampler |
| Gym-goers | The Stash |
The gift boxes
01 · Best for the jerky superfan
The Jerky Sampler: You Deserve It All
Our biggest jerky box. Ten different beef jerky flavors in one gift, so they can work through the whole range and find a favorite. Our top pick for anyone who says there's no such thing as too much jerky.
What's inside
- Ten ¼ lb bags of beef jerky
- Original, Teriyaki, Pepper, Old West and Honey Jalapeño Old West
- Frontier Pure, Cowboy Garlic, Asian Zing, Spicy Sriracha and Bourbon Whiskey
02 · Best for hunters and the outdoors crowd
The Hunter's Pack
Our three best sellers in one pack: beef, buffalo and elk. A long-time favorite with hunters, who throw it in the pack before heading out. Great for anyone who spends their weekends outside.
What's inside
- ¼ lb Original Beef Jerky
- ¼ lb Buffalo Jerky
- ¼ lb Original Elk Jerky
03 · Best for the spice lover
The Heat Ladder
Three flavors that climb. Start with Pepper, step up to Sriracha, and finish with Honey Jalapeño. A fun gift for anyone who likes their snacks with a kick and wants to know exactly how much.
What's inside
- ¼ lb Pepper Beef Jerky
- ¼ lb Sriracha Beef Jerky
- ¼ lb Honey Jalapeño Old West Beef Jerky
04 · Best for the adventurous eater
Buffalo Jerky Sampler
Every buffalo flavor we make, in one box. Buffalo is lean, rich and a little sweeter than beef, so it's a great pick for someone who likes to try something different.
What's inside
- ¼ lb Original Buffalo Jerky
- ¼ lb Pepper Buffalo Jerky
- ¼ lb Teriyaki, Honey and Jalapeño Buffalo Jerky
05 · Best for the classic jerky lover
Beef Jerky Sampler
Five of our most-loved beef flavors, side by side. A safe bet for Dad, a brother-in-law, or anyone who's never met a bag of jerky they didn't finish.
What's inside
- ¼ lb Original and Pepper Beef Jerky
- ¼ lb Old West and Honey Jalapeño Old West Beef Jerky
- ¼ lb Teriyaki Beef Jerky
06 · Best for the gym-goer who wants a supply
The Stash
Our core lineup in one bundle. Whole-muscle top round, hand-sliced, hand-hung and slow-cooked. High in protein, low in fat, and built for someone who eats jerky every day.
What's inside
- ¼ lb Original Beef Jerky
- ¼ lb Old West Beef Jerky
- ¼ lb Teriyaki and Pepper Beef Jerky
Why jerky makes a great gift
It travels well
Shelf-stable until opened, so it ships across the country and keeps under the tree.
Everyone eats it
From the gym-goer to Grandpa, a good bag of jerky never goes to waste.
It's made the old way
Hand-cut, hand-hung and hand-smoked in Montana since 1945.
FAQ
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