If you’re looking for a snack that hits with just a little bit of sweetness This is it. I’ve tried other teriyaki jerkies but they were just way too salty. These are good.It’s got the perfect jerky texture where it’s not so soft, it’s like melted meat. But it’s not so chewy that you’re getting a jaw workout. It’s great. We grab these at night when we’re feeling snacky but want to be mindful of what we’re eating.

I’ve tried many different jerky brands. All things equal, Jack Links is best. Flavor, including salt/sweet contrast, degrees of tenderness—just right!The 1/2 pound bag is priced to please.

My grandson loves these, so I ordered and had them sent to his college address. He said “best mail I’ve gotten! “

This review focuses on the Jack Link’s Beef Jerky, Original, Half Pounder Large Jerky Bag, a product positioning itself as a flavorful, ready-to-eat protein snack made with 100% beef and offering 10g of protein per serving.Upon sampling, the Jack Link’s Original Beef Jerky successfully met expectations regarding both flavor and eatability. The product delivered on its promise of being a palatable and enjoyable meat snack.Flavor Profile: The “Original” flavor lives up to its classic reputation. It presents a balanced blend of savory, slightly smoky, and a hint of sweetness, which is a hallmark of Jack Link’s. The taste is distinctly what one would anticipate from this brand and variety, providing a familiar and satisfying experience for those accustomed to or seeking a traditional beef jerky flavor. It’s a robust taste that holds up well as a standalone snack.Texture and Eatability: The jerky pieces were indeed “eatable,” demonstrating a balanced chewiness that is characteristic of good quality jerky. They were neither overly dry nor excessively tough, making for a pleasant snacking experience. The texture allows for easy tearing and chewing, which is crucial for a convenient, on-the-go snack. This aspect contributed significantly to the overall positive impression.Nutritional and Convenience Aspects: Packaged in a “Half Pounder Large Jerky Bag,” the quantity is substantial, making it suitable for sharing or for extended personal consumption. The claim of “10g of Protein per Serving” adds to its appeal as a functional snack, ideal for those seeking a protein boost between meals or after physical activity. The fact that it’s “Ready to Eat” and “Made with 100% Beef” further enhances its convenience and perceived quality.Overall Impression: In conclusion, Jack Link’s Original Beef Jerky in the half-pound bag performs precisely “as expected.” It reliably delivers a great-tasting, accessible, and satisfying meat snack. For consumers looking for a consistent and dependable beef jerky experience, this product meets the mark with its classic flavor, appropriate texture, and convenient packaging.

This stuff is so good and addictive!!

Good stuff, Maynard! Soft and chewy, not brittle and over-dry.

Intially when I ordered these and I ordered 1 bag and I received ” pepper ” flavored. The flavor wasn’t bad at all but I wanted the ” sweet & hot” so I ordered 2 bags. I absolutely love them and so does my husband. They are addictive and delicious. They are a really great value too and you won’t find that in any store for this price.

A staple item on our subscription list. Good price for the item.

Classic road-trip snack done right — flavorful, satisfying, and mess-freeJack Link’s Original Beef Sticks are one of those snacks that never seem to go out of style. I’ve bought these many times over the years for travel, work, and long hospital shifts, and they’ve stayed consistently good. Each stick is individually wrapped—perfect for tossing into a lunch bag, glove compartment, or hiking pack without worrying about spoilage or refrigeration.The flavor hits that ideal middle ground: smoky, slightly salty, and savory without being overpowering. The texture is softer than jerky but still has enough bite to feel hearty. You can taste that it’s real beef, not filler. I especially like that these sticks are keto-friendly and provide 6 grams of protein per serving—just enough to curb hunger and keep energy steady between meals.They’re also shelf-stable for months, which makes them excellent emergency snacks or additions to a travel kit. The packaging is secure and rarely leaks oil, though like most cured meats, they can feel a little greasy if left in a hot car. Some might find them saltier than expected, but that’s part of the classic jerky stick profile.Compared to Slim Jim or gas-station brands, Jack Link’s is noticeably higher quality—less artificial flavor, no weird aftertaste, and a cleaner chew. They’re a dependable, no-nonsense snack that delivers consistent taste and freshness every time.Bottom line: A tried-and-true protein snack that’s perfect for busy days, hiking trips, or tossing in your desk drawer. Tasty, portable, and satisfying—the kind of classic that earns its place in the pantry.

I may leave my American Express card at home, but my Jack Link’s are with me always.Sometimes when I am out and about I need a quick pick-me-up, and Jack Link’s Beef Sticks (Teriyaki or original) do just that – pick me up. I used to be a Slim Jim kind of guy, but now that I know Jack – all that has changed. Whether it be beef strips, pieces, or sticks, Jack Links always satisfies the taste buds.While they do not need to be refrigerated, I do so anyway just to keep things fresh. Throw a couple in a vest pocket as I head out the door and I am set for any journey. I like that they are individually wrapped rather than just packaged in a bulk container as with some brands. Peel the wrapper back to expose the stick with no worries about greasy fingers touching the steering wheel. Jack Link’s Beef Sticks are a definite comfort food and moral booster!

Who doesn’t love a simple beef stick as a snack. I’m hypoglycemic and there are times when I am just sick of snacking on nuts for protein. Even though these have more fat and sodium then I would like – I still eat them once in a while. The bigger box is more cost effective and the sealed wrap makes them easy to stick in a pocket.

Funny thing is who got me started eating. This was actually my ex-husband. They are very tasty. Just one of them made me feel full. I have a job where I don’t have a lot of time to eat and so it was very good and feeling you don’t taste the salty taste that you usually taste and most treats like this

Just received them and already ate two of them. They are sooooooo delicious. I bought three boxes because they were on sale and I will get more. Soft and flavorful. PS: Price went up by $3 since I have bought these. I will definitely order more…..once the price comes back down.

I’ll be getting more when these run out. They’re good to have around and the price was right. I think I saw them briefly drop to $14 for a couple days, so I’m watching for another “flash deal” I’ll scoop up a few more.

My husband loves to eat these everyday. He’s always on the road because he’s a driver and these are easy for him to take with him and are cheaper than anything at the truck stops.

I’m anemic and don’t eat enough red meat. These are tasty, no glucose spikes and filling.

This is the only precooked bacon that I have seen that is cooked to perfection. I usually heat it up in a microwave for 40 sec. It is evenly lean and is of high quality and very tasty. Just the right thickness

This is the best value and best deal for my son that loves bacon. If we can’t get to a big box store this our go to for a con isn’t fast way to enjoy bacon all the time. We just microwave it and it’s ready. It’s great quality and very delicious

Delicious flavor, quickly throw in a fry pan or microwave to crisp up! Very versatile for cooking. There is a decent amount in the package. Keeps well in the refrigerator. Don’t get me wrong, nothing can replace cooking traditional bacon, but this definitely is a product I reach for on a weekly basis to throw together a breakfast sandwich on the go!

I buy this bacon for my mom and dad who are older. They used to purchase this brand at Sam’s Club but they no longer sell it so we were very happy to find it on here. They love the ease of cooking and they also like the fact there is no grease to clean and they can cook just a few pieces at a time when they want.They said shipping was fast, the bacon was fresh and they both enjoy the crispy/drier texture the very thin slices produce in the microwave. Thank you Amazon for providing such a wonderful verity of items and making it easy to help my older parent’s life easier!

Less flavor than freshly cooked bacon, but that is offset by the ease and convenience of preparation. I microwave it for 40 seconds on paper towels and it is crispy with a glisten of grease only. Not thick cut, but slices are whole….no pieces. Not salty tasting. This is a quick source of protein for me. I recommend you try this product.

Real bacon. Recooks quickly on a smooth griddle. Competitive price for the amount of bacon in package.

Very easy, quick, and tastey????

This is my absolute go-to number. One favorite bacon to buy. It is so quick to fix. It is easy enough that my 9-year-old can pop a handful in the microwave and boom. It’s done or if I’m cooking breakfast or supper. It’s just done in seconds and it has a very good flavor. My only complaint is that it has increased in price so much since I started buying it. I do love that it’s shelf stable and until I open it I don’t have to keep it in the fridge. Also the quantity is so nice. It is a lot of bacon. The last bag I got did tear up so I just had to put it and Ziploc bags and the refrigerator. That’s why it’s in Ziploc bags in the picture

Old Wisconsin Turkey Sausage Snack Sticks are the perfect balance of flavor and convenience. They’re naturally smoked, giving them a rich, savory taste that feels authentic and satisfying. Ready to eat straight from the package, they make an easy high-protein snack for busy days, road trips, or post-workout fuel.I love that they’re low in carbs yet still filling, making them a smart choice for healthier snacking without sacrificing taste. The texture is just right—firm but not tough—and the portion size is ideal for keeping cravings in check.If you’re looking for a tasty, protein-packed snack that’s both wholesome and convenient, these turkey sticks are a must-have.

This is the best of all of them for me. I don’t like dry, overly spiced sausages.This one is none of that. As well the protein is actually noticeable. You can eat one maybe 2. You actually feel satisfied. No gross fat coating your teeth. Gross sorry. But I have implants and this is a real issue.Very much exactly what you want a great snack to be.

My favorite snack. I have eaten 2 of these with an apple for breakfast going on more than 12 months now. My g-baby now requests this for breakfast as well. He loves his 2 hotdogs and 1 apple. Gotta love those counting skills. lol.

Surprisingly good has a nice flavor great for me because I’m not allowed to eat anything but chicken turkey or fish great snack good price

I bought these at another store and they were dried out. I can tell they were fresh coming from Amazon.

Tasted good was surprised. Never had it before.

The honey brown sugar taste good and are a good value, as long as you can get past the texture. Somewhere between redvines and dog treats, it’s very weird, but for the price they’re okay. I’ll probably stick with original though.

Best value and best flavor turkey/meat sticks I’ve had!

Taste amazing it’s just as spicy as you would want it to be

I loved Jack links, but not their price. That why I loved these. Second best to my dad’s homemade deer jerky.

Always fresh and delicious

Husband loves these! Good price here

Some of these sticks have a rank taste to them, and sure enough, the package says,Best if Used By Sept 2025. Uck, bad taste.

I loved it

Tasty and affordable compared to buying them in the store

Delicious and the expiration date was for the next year so it lasted a long time.

Very good flavor, pretty mild, nice and meaty. Container is large enough for double the amount tho, they could make a larger quantity, but it’s a good snack.

I admit it. I have an addiction to jerky, and other meats smoked and steeped in nitrates. But who wants to live to be 100, anyway? All that sagging flesh? Thank you, no. I bought these not knowing if I would like the flavor—I love the quality and flavors Tillamook cheese and ice cream, but had not tried their meat sticks—and a few of the reviews about receiving dried out sticks had me a bit concerned. But mine were absolutely perfect! I loved the smoky flavor, and over the two months it took me to get through them all, they stayed fresh. Ordering my second bottle right now! Wa-HOOOO!

The taste is great. Perfect snap, so not a thick casing. I have ordered at least 3 or 4 over the year. Used to be 18 sticks, now 17. My last container had the lid off, foil torn. And sticks all over other items. Would suggest better package as the plastic container size can hold 3x more. Wasteful. The price for amount is not quite worth it anymore…taste or no taste. Cost not worth it.

We love the original so we got Original, Teriyaki, Pepper and Hunter sticks.Pepper- Delicious BUT we’ve gotten a few times and sometimes its perfect amount of heat and others its way too spicy to eat alone.Teriyaki- We didnt like this one, not enough flavor depth but we also aren’t usually teriyaki people.Original- Hubby’s favorite, great flavor and super moist and just delicious.Hunters sticks- My favorite, great flavor similar to original but its a dryer stick which is what I prefer in a beef stick.

These are definitely a great choice so delicious and spicy and very addictive.

Good taste and fresh but the container is half full. Way overpriced for the amount you get.

The Smoke flavor is amazing great snack to curve cravings…

These Tillamook Country Smoker sausages have a deep hardwood-smoked flavor that’s absolutely delicious. They’re the perfect balance of savory and smoky, with a great chewy texture. Ideal for road trips, snacks, or adding to a charcuterie board. Consistently high quality and packed with flavor—definitely a favorite!

As far as price, these were out of my price range I bought 3 boxes of different flavors. They’re all very good. I’m trying to up my protein while I’m out on the road working and just grabbing one 1or2 of these for the day is really helping out I wish they were less expensive though, but you know that’s the time we live in right now. I highly recommend them though they’re very good.

Best meat sticks to take on a hike!

They were more tasty than I would have thought. Filling and delicious, would order again

I’ve been buying these for years and most of the time absolutely love them, but I’ve noticed that the quality is different between each order. I imagine it might have to do with where the sticks are placed in the smoker (or oven, or however it’s cooked). Maybe some spots are hotter than other spots so it maybe gets cooked too much or not enough. Or maybe it’s a different cut of meat or fat ratio? Trouble is that when it’s good, it’s REALLY good. But when it’s off, there’s a weird texture where you just endlessly chew and the meat never breaks apart, like a meat-based bubble gum that you chew for a minute and have to spit out. So it’s a bit of a crapshoot, which is a shame.

These beef sticks are fantastic and don’t have all the junk in them!

These disappear so fast in my home with three teenagers. It’s a quick grab snack that’s full of protein and they’re clean. Really easy for athletes, too! Easy to store in backpacks or work bags.

I’m giving the Primal Grass Fed Beef Sticks 3 stars for being gluten free, zero sugar, grass fed beef, etc. The goodness ends there. The casing on the meat stick looks and feels like plastic; it’s very chewy. Long after the meat inside is gone, you’re still chewing on the casing. The meat inside the casing is mushy. I can take my finger, press down on the meat stick and create an indentation much like a packet of ketchup. When you read the ingredients section, everything sounds great. There arespices like garlic and onion powder. However, the taste of the meat is very bland. Having tried multiple other brands, I expected a bit more spicy flavor.

Taste as good if not better than other Iv tried.

I’ve been a fan of beef sticks for years, and Jack’s Jerky Beef Sticks have quickly become one of my top favorites. Right from the first bite, you can tell these are made with high-quality ingredients and a real attention to flavor and texture.The flavor is rich and savory without being overly salty or artificial. I love that the seasoning is well-balanced, offering just the right amount of spice and smokiness that makes each stick satisfying. They have a great chew — not too tough, not too soft — which makes them perfect for snacking on the go.What I appreciate most is that these beef sticks feel like a wholesome, protein-packed snack. They keep me energized whether I’m hiking, at work, or just need a quick bite between meals. Unlike some beef sticks I’ve tried, Jack’s Jerky doesn’t have any weird aftertaste or fillers, which is a huge plus for me.The packaging is convenient and keeps the sticks fresh for a long time. I can toss one in my backpack or gym bag without worrying about them getting stale.Overall, Jack’s Jerky Beef Sticks are a fantastic choice if you’re looking for a tasty, convenient, and satisfying snack that delivers quality and flavor. I highly recommend giving them a try!

Good value. Jerky tastes well.

I bought these for my boyfriend, and he loved them. I tried them for myself and it was horrible for me. So, I guess this is only for the guys!

I buy these jerky snacks from time to time. They are peppery and fulfilling when on the go. I gave them four stars because they are a bit pricey and appear to have shrunk over the past.

They have a very good taste and have ordered many times. They have a good not hard or chewy texture. Good source of protein and are low on fat.

Yummy great for a low calorie high protein diet

All around good jerky

Please be careful. I dodnt check these and sent my son to school with one as he doesnt get lunch until 2pm. He opened it, and not onky is it a greyish color, but its fuzzy. He came home and told me. I went and looked at the box, and about half of them are grey and fuzzy. In the picture, on the left is a good one. The right is the grey fuzzy one.Yes, I might try to buy it again in hopes it was a one time thing because these are my sons fav beef sticks and it becomes to much getting one at a time at the store.