What is Venison? Understanding Deer Meat

At Chomps, we offer three different varieties when it comes to our meat sticks, including beef, venison, and turkey.

Turkey and beef are familiar favorites, but what about the third option? What is venison meat anyways?

In this article, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about venison meat, from its unique taste and nutritional benefits. We’ll also explain why it’s becoming a go-to snack for health-conscious eaters.

What is deer meat called?

Deer meat is often referred to as venison. It’s a lean, nutrient-rich alternative to traditional red meats. With its unique flavor and impressive health benefits, venison meat is gaining popularity among those looking for a wild game protein that’s low in fat and high in protein.

Why eat venison meat?

Venison meat is a lean and nutrient-dense protein that offers a healthier alternative to traditional red meats. The biggest draw of deer meat? It’s naturally lower in fat, calories, and cholesterol while being high in essential vitamins like B12, iron, and zinc. 

Unlike conventional beef, venison meat is often sourced from grass-fed, free-range deer, ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable protein. With its rich, mildly gamey flavor and impressive nutritional profile, deer meat is perfect for those seeking a high-protein, low-fat snack that supports an active, healthy lifestyle.

What is Venison Meat Jerky?

Our Salt & Pepper Venison stick is a blend of 100% grass-fed and finished beef and 100% grass-fed deer meat. While most store-bought venison meat jerky recipes contain brown sugar, soy sauce or added sugar, we make venison meat jerky in a much healthier way. 

Chomps Salt & Pepper Venison has no sugar added. Every beef and deer meat stick is certified gluten-free, paleo, and Whole30 approved, too. 

As most consumers are often familiar with beef jerky, venison meat jerky is a great alternative for a wild game protein snack without that gamey taste or texture. Our venison meat jerky sticks are a great option to throw into your shopping cart for those times you need a quick, convenient snack with 10g of protein.

The recipe we use is composed of a blend of sea salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, coriander, and garlic. Since the stick is a blend of both 100% grass-fed venison meat and grass-fed beef, if you’re a fan of our Original Beef Chomps, you will most likely love our venison meat jerky.

Where does our Deer Meat Jerky come from? 

We pride ourselves on being transparent with our sourcing when it comes to the ingredients in our Salt & Pepper Venison meat sticks. Chomps venison is Duncan Venison that is farmed in New Zealand. The Duncan family is New Zealand’s leading specialized venison meat processor and has a long history and reputation for their quality and integrity.

Duncan Venison’s clean air and consistent water supply enable growth of rich, green pastures all year round. Deer are able to graze freely on these lush pastures, with access to nutritional feed crops such as brassicas and beets during the winter months.

The abundance of feed and grazing territory means Duncan Venison's deer enjoy a life free from stress and confinement, promoting sustainable farming and better animal welfare. The result is delicious, tender deer meat jerky of the finest quality, with rich flavors and a delicate texture. Free-range venison offers outstanding nutritional value with more protein and less fat than other red meats, along with an abundance of healthy vitamins and minerals.

Never sent to feedlots, never given antibiotics or hormones and harvested in the most humane way possible, Chomps venison meat is:

• 100% Grass-Fed AND Finished
• Whole30 Approved
• Keto Certified 
• Certified Gluten-Free 
• Paleo Friendly
• Non-GMO Project Verified

Is Chomps Venison Meat Jerky a healthy snack? 

With 10g of protein, no added sugar, and 100 calories, Chomps Salt & Pepper Venison is a healthy choice for those on the go, if you’re on a paleo or low carb diet, you need a gluten-free option, or you need a quick bite to satiate you before your next meal. 

Whether you’re a mom packing lunch for her kids or someone working from home needing to grab a quick snack in between meetings, our venison meat jerky is a great snack choice. 

What does venison taste like?

Deer meat has a distinct yet mild flavor that sets it apart from other red meats. It offers a rich, earthy taste with subtle gamey notes. Venison meat is tender and lean, which makes it a healthy choice for those seeking a nutritious snack that’s high in protein and free of added sugars. 

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