About Long John Snacks
Long John Snacks is a product line of The Kubisch Sausage Co., which has been making gourmet quality products since 1936, for almost a century. The family owned business in Auburn Hills, Michigan, combines old world European recipes with modern USDA inspected standards, using premium cuts of beef and pork.
The brand’s core philosophy centers on tradition, premium quality, and real ingredients. Production uses hand selected cuts and crafted methods in Michigan to create jerky and meat snacks that are never frozen and free from fillers.
Today, Long John Snacks remains proudly based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, continuing to craft snacks with nearly a century of expertise. What makes Long John Snacks special is the way the 1936 legacy and handcrafted process come through in every bag. The premium cuts and traditional seasoning create jerky that feels premium, flavorful, and full of Michigan character.
The Long John Snacks Difference
The Long John Snacks difference reveals itself the moment you open the bag. A rich, smoky aroma of seasoned beef and award winning spices rises, carrying notes of pepper, teriyaki, or cherry that hint at the traditional process inside. It is an immediate sensory invitation that sets high expectations, and the brand consistently delivers.
Crafted from premium cuts of beef and pork, each strip offers a tender yet substantial chew. The meat is hand selected and seasoned to perfection 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 old world recipes and careful craftsmanship.
Flavor development is masterful and distinctly Michigan. House made seasonings penetrate deeply, allowing complex profiles to build and linger with every chew. Peppered Old Fashioned Style delivers firm, peppery bite. Original Old Fashioned Style brings classic smoky taste and chewy texture. Teriyaki Old Fashioned Style offers sweet savory balance while Michigan Cherry adds local cherry sweetness.
This craftsmanship stems directly from the brand’s story and values. Every step from the 1936 founding to the current Auburn Hills facility reflects a commitment to gourmet quality and tradition. The result is jerky that feels premium, flavorful, and full of character. If you enjoy these honest, traditional profiles, explore our full beef jerky selection. For those who love a peppery kick, discover more peppered beef jerky. Long John Snacks proves that premium jerky can honor nearly a century of Michigan tradition while delivering an unforgettable eating experience.