The Best Spread Isn't Always What's on the Grill
Every backyard cookout has a hero. Usually it's whoever's standing over the grill, tongs in hand, sweating over the coals. But the real MVP of the spread? It's the table behind them — the one loaded with snacks that keep folks fed and happy while the main event slow-cooks.
That's where smoked jerky earns its spot. No grill required. No timing to worry about. Just bold, hickory-smoked flavor ready the second someone gets hungry.
Start With a Flavor Lineup, Not Just One Bag
A good BBQ spread has range. Some folks want mild, some want fire, some want that Southern seasoning kick. Build your table like you'd build a playlist — a little something for everybody.
- For the heat-seekers: Ghost Pepper Beef Jerky or Hot Honey Habanero Beef Jerky
- For the traditionalists: Mild Garlic Beef Jerky or Mild Lemon Pepper Beef Jerky
- For the Southern soul: Spicy Cajun Beef Jerky — smoky, peppery, and built for a backyard crowd
Cajun's the one that gets passed around twice. It's got that low, smoky heat that plays well with everything else on the table — burgers, beans, whatever's coming off the grill.
Set the Table Like You Mean It
Skip the single bowl of chips. Lay jerky out on a wood board or cast iron tray — something that says you put thought into it. Mix beef and ham jerky for variety in texture and smoke. Toss in a few beef sticks for the kids or anyone who wants something quick between innings of cornhole.
Keep it simple: napkins, a cooler of drinks, and jerky within arm's reach. That's a spread people remember.
Dress the Part
A backyard BBQ deserves a little swagger. Throw on a Richardson Trucker Cap while you're manning the grill — because even the pitmaster needs a uniform.
The Spread That Doesn't Sleep on Flavor
Whether the grill's fired up for burgers or ribs, your snack table should hold its own. Hickory-smoked jerky brings that same fire-and-smoke flavor to the table — no charcoal required.
Ready to build your spread? Grab a bag of Spicy Cajun Beef Jerky or browse the full lineup over at the shop.