Country Archer Jerky Review: The Original Flavor, Sized for Everyone
Same Original recipe in four sizes. We looked at which one fits how you snack.
Our Take
Country Archer's Original jerky is 100% grass-fed, gluten-free, and skips nitrates, nitrites, and MSG, a clean enough label that the bigger decision here is really about size, not sourcing. The brand sells the same recipe from small single-serve packs up to a full pound, a wider size range than most jerky brands bother offering.
For regular snacking, the 8oz or 16oz bags are the better per-ounce value. If you want individually sealed portions that stay fresh bag to bag, Country Archer also sells smaller multi-packs, worth checking if freshness between servings matters more to you than price per ounce.
The Basics
100% grass-fed, gluten-free, no nitrates or nitrites, no MSG. See our full jerky guide for label-reading tips and how jerky compares to meat sticks.
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Country Archer Original Beef Jerky, 100% Grass-Fed, 8oz
Gluten-free, no nitrates or nitrites, no MSG, natural smoke flavor. A middle-size option for regular snacking.
Country Archer Original Beef Jerky, 100% Grass-Fed, 16oz
The full-pound bag, best value per ounce if you go through jerky quickly.
Country Archer Original Beef Jerky, 100% Grass-Fed, 12oz
A mid-large size, handcrafted in small batches from USDA-inspected grass-fed beef.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Country Archer's jerky the same brand reviewed under beef sticks on this site?
Same company, different product line. Country Archer makes both beef sticks and traditional jerky, this review covers the jerky specifically, the Original flavor labeled 100% grass-fed.
Which size should I buy?
The 2.5oz 4-pack is the practical choice for lunch boxes or a bag, individually sealed so it doesn't go stale once opened. The 12-16oz sizes are better value per ounce if you're going through jerky fast enough that staleness isn't a concern once the bag is open.
Is Country Archer jerky nitrate-free?
Yes, no added nitrates or nitrites, no MSG, gluten-free. It uses natural smoke flavoring rather than a liquid smoke additive.