The lightest thing we make. Clean, mild, and finished with black pepper — this is the one for people who want protein without something heavy.
Why turkey works as a meat stick
Turkey has a mild, clean flavor that doesn't compete with anything, which makes the pepper the main event rather than an accent. It's a completely different eating experience from a beef or venison stick — lighter on the palate and gone faster, in a good way.
Think of it as the one you reach for when a rich stick would be too much. Mid-afternoon, mid-hike, or when you've already had one of everything else.
Who it's for
Anyone who wants something lighter. The mildest, cleanest-tasting stick in the range.
People watching what they eat. Lean protein, short ingredient list, no MSG.
Kids and cautious eaters. Familiar flavor, gentle pepper, nothing to negotiate.
Variety pack builders. It breaks up a run of heavier sticks, which is exactly why it's in every bundle.
Why it's blended
Turkey is very lean, and on its own it makes a dry, crumbly stick. This is blended with beef to bring the fat content up — purely a taste and texture decision. Fat is what carries flavor and holds a stick together, and turkey doesn't have enough of its own.
How it's made
Hardwood smoked in small batches at Zick's Specialty Meats in Michigan, a family smokehouse running the same recipes for over forty years. No MSG. No fillers. USDA inspected every production day. See exactly what's in it →
Available as a single, 10-count, or 24-count. Every variety bundle includes a peppered turkey stick.