Snake River Farms gourmet Kurobuta bacon stands out from the crowd with a smoky, salty, and slightly sweet flavor from the light cure and real hardwood smoke. These slabs and slices are produced from 100% heritage Berkshire hogs.
Snake River Farms traditional thick cut bacon is lightly cured and smoked over real hard wood. We start with the highest quality 100% Kurobuta (Berkshire) pork belly for flavorful and succulent bacon that will make friends and influence people. This flavorful bacon embodies the perfect combination of marbling and meat that captures a slightly sweet flavor with a mild essence of smoke. Paired with savory or sweet ingredients, Snake River Farms thick cut bacon is a versatile addition to your kitchen.
This popular item comes from the pork belly or side primal In terms of human anatomy, the “belly” is equivalent to stomach. This is not the case in meatology terms, as this refers to the meat that runs on the underside of the hog.
Fast fact: The word “bacon” means “meat from the back of an animal.”
How Does Snake River Farms Package and Ship Their Pork Products?
We ship our Kurobuta pork products with dry ice, a reusable thermal bag and the most sustainable packaging in the business to keep everything frozen right to your doorstep. Receive in 1 to 3 days of ordering or schedule for a date in the future. Learn more about packaging and shipping.
Does Snake River Farms Have a Guarantee?
We are committed to delivering the highest quality products and an exceptional experience to your doorstep. If you are not completely satisfied with your order, please reach out to our Customer Care Team so we can work to a resolution. Click here to learn more about the SRF guarantee.
How Long Will My SRF Kurobuta Pork Last and How Should It Be Stored?
For optimal quality, you can store your SRF Kurobuta pork in the freezer for up to 6 months. Per USDA guidelines, if meat is kept at 40 °F or below, you can safely store thawed meat in the refrigerator for 7 days in its original cryovac seal. More details.
What Is Kurobuta Pork?
Kurobuta is the Japanese term for “black hog” and refers to animals of the Berkshire variety, a heritage breed kept pure for hundreds of years. Kurobuta pork is highly marbled with a beautiful dark color, firm texture, and naturally delicious flavor. Our animals are treated humanely and are raised on small family farms in the American Midwest without hormones using a natural slow feed process Snake River Farms pork are natural products. Their actual weight can vary by +/- 0.5 pounds. Snake River Farms hams are natural products. Their actual weight can vary by +/- 0.5 pounds.