About Gunnison Jerky Co
Gunnison Jerky Co is a Colorado Mercantile specializing in all natural, handcrafted beef jerky. The brand brings together a wide range of other Colorado products, including honey, jams, olive oils, gourmet teas, baking mixes, charcuterie boards, candles, soaps, tea towels, artisan western hats, and more. The brand provides tasty, on the go snacks for wild at heart adventurers with health conscious attitudes, whether heading out on a first hike or pitching a tent for the hundredth time, with energy charged snacks to celebrate being outdoors.
The brand’s core philosophy centers on real food, sustainability, and supporting small business. Production uses all natural, handcrafted beef jerky with simple, whole food ingredients. The lineup includes Palisade Peach with Colorado’s famous peaches for sweet heat balance, Teriyaki for sweet savory harmony, Spicy Creole for Southern kick, Roasted Garlic for aromatic depth, Moab Heat for desert heat, Maple Bourbon for smooth barrel warmth, Cracked Pepper for bold bite, Applewood Smoked for smoky depth, and many more that reflect the brand’s commitment to local Colorado flavor.
Today, Gunnison Jerky Co remains proudly based in Gunnison, Colorado, continuing to support local producers and small businesses while sharing the taste of Colorado with snackers everywhere. What makes Gunnison Jerky Co special is the way the mercantile spirit and handcrafted process come through in every bag. The all natural ingredients and local sourcing create jerky that feels premium, authentic, and deeply connected to the Rockies.
The Gunnison Jerky Co Difference
The Gunnison Jerky Co difference reveals itself the moment you open the bag. A rich, savory aroma of seasoned beef and Colorado spices rises, carrying notes of peach, teriyaki, or garlic that hint at the handcrafted process inside. It is an immediate sensory invitation that sets high expectations, and the brand consistently delivers.
Crafted in small batches from premium Colorado beef, each strip offers a tender yet substantial chew. The meat is handcrafted with simple, whole food ingredients to develop a pleasant resistance that gives way to a clean, enjoyable finish. You notice the substantial bite that feels rewarding without any toughness, the result of all natural methods and careful craftsmanship.
Flavor development is masterful and distinctly Colorado. House made seasonings penetrate deeply, allowing complex profiles to build and linger with every chew. Palisade Peach blends Colorado’s famous peaches with sweet heat balance. Teriyaki delivers sweet savory harmony with warm ginger undertones. Spicy Creole offers Southern kick while Roasted Garlic adds aromatic depth. Moab Heat brings desert heat and Maple Bourbon provides smooth barrel warmth.
This craftsmanship stems directly from the brand’s story and values. Every step from the Gunnison Mercantile to the final handcrafted batch reflects a commitment to real food and sustainability. The result is jerky that feels premium, authentic, and full of Colorado character. If you enjoy these honest, handcrafted profiles, explore our full beef jerky selection. For those who love a peppery kick, discover more peppered beef jerky. Gunnison Jerky Co proves that premium jerky can honor Colorado tradition while delivering an unforgettable eating experience.