# Kickass Snacks - Beef Jerky *By James Hills — Updated December 2018* If you like jerky, it's a great time to be alive. There are so many different options and frankly not all of them are good. Kickass Beef Jerky caught my eye though. While obviously the name sets the bar high, how does it actually taste? It tastes great and has a family heritage that the brand has to live up to! There are a lot of mass produced brands that either have crappy meat to start with or they are too salty or they dry the meat out so much that it feels like plastic - this is not one of those brands. ### Merrell Jungle Moc Review: The Perfect All-Purpose Shoe For On and Off The Cruise Ship Merrell Jungle Moc cruises: versatile slip-on comfort for Great Lakes exploration. Zodiac stability and dining elegance. Perfect for expedition cruising seeking style and performance. 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While the current branding is new, it actually goes all the way back to the 1950's and was founded by the current owner's son. Jeremy Littel might be the one pulling the strings today with marketing it online and getting it into stores in 20 states - but his dad was making beef jerky and selling it in his butcher shop almost 70 years ago! That gives [Kickass Beef Snacks](https://www.kickassbeefjerky.com) a huge heritage and family tradition that I think comes through in the quality of the product. While we're focused on the Kickass Beef Jerky right now, it's worth mentioning that they also offer [Kickass Snack Sticks](https://www.kickassbeefjerky.com/collections/snack-sticks) and even [Kickass Pickled Products](https://www.kickassbeefjerky.com/collections/pickled-products) too. This includes: Pickled Mushrooms, Brussels Sprouts, and Olives - but also Pork Hocks, Turkey Gizzards, and Polish Sausage too! The of course also sell straight up pickle spears too! Honestly, some of these Kickass Pickled Products are a bit out-there for most consumers, but I think they'd be perfect to go with you to have on hand at a hunting cabin or even in your ski condo to enjoy after a day on the slopes. I love that these guys are literally bringing the spirit of the classic neighborhood butcher shop and breathing new life into it! Details Written by: James Hills Published: 02 December 2018 Last Updated: 02 December 2018 ### 🚢Ready To Book A Vacation? Let us help you plan a cruise, all-inclusive resort, or tour for your next guys trip, family vacation, or romantic getaway. Click here to [**Book Your Next Vacation**](https://www.mantripping.com/vacation-planning.html). #### Is Your Money Better Spent on Lobsters and Beer Than a Week Glued to Cruise Ship WiFi? 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