Stock up on these goods to create the perfect Western pantry.
Whether you are taking inspiration from the gourmet chefs of the West or simply planning your ultimate dinner gathering, you’ll need authentic and expertly sourced supplies for the meal. We’ve got you covered with a few ideas for starters.
Meats
FARM PAC KITCHENS: This Yoakum, Texas, mail-order service offers farm-to-table selections for time-tested entrees, including premium beef cuts, sausages, chicken, turkey, jerky, sauces, sides, and gift sets. farmpac.com
PORTER ROAD: Sourced out of Kentucky and operating out of Nashville, this online butcher shop of sorts offers expertly cut beef, pork, chicken, and other market items. porterroad.com
SNAKE RIVER FARMS: Located in Boise, Idaho, they are known for their American Wagyu beef, offering a range of premium cuts including steaks, roasts, and specialty items like brisket and ribs. snakeriverfarms.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Courtesy of Snake River Farms
Spices
HI MOUNTAIN SEASONINGS: Cowboy-style spices are a specialty for this Riverton, Wyoming, outfit. Look for a variety of seasoning blends, including those suitable for grilling, smoking, and curing both everyday meats and wild game. himtnjerky.com
INDIAN PUEBLO STORE: Get authentic New Mexico chili powders and spices from this store that is part of Albuquerque’s Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. indianpueblostore.com
LONESTAR PEPPER CO.: Award-winning hot sauces and spicy relishes and jellies are the specialty for this Keller, Texas, mail-order company. They also offer habanero-laced pralines, if you have a sweet tooth. lonestarpepperco.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Courtesy of LoneStar Pepper Co.
Beverages
ARBUCKLE COFFEE: Based in Tucson, Arizona, it’s “The coffee that won the West” — brewing since the 1800s, when John Arbuckle patented a process for glazing roasted coffee beans. arbucklecoffee.com
BLACK RIFLE COFFEE COMPANY: The Salt Lake City company produces a range of flavors of high-quality coffee with a focus on supporting military and veteran causes. blackriflecoffee.com
COMMUNITY COFFEE: Louisiana’s premier brew brand has embraced the cowboy aesthetic in recent years; they even co-branded with Taylor Sheridan on his Bosque Ranch Craft Coffee brand. communitycoffee.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Courtesy of Community Coffee
Spirits
DAYLIGHT WINE & SPIRITS: This wine and premium spirit maker sources its grapes and other ingredients from farms in Sonoma County, California, close to its Santa Rosa base. Included in the line is Ammunition Whiskey, “the true spirit of the West.” daylightwineandspirits.com
FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS WINE AND WHISKEY: Scandinavian, Native American, and Texan traditions come together in the development of the wines and whiskeys from this Texas maker. The Bourbon Barrel Aged Red is always a good bet. stockyardswhiskeyandwine.com
HIGH WEST DISTILLERY: Nestled in Park City, Utah, this maker crafts award-winning spirits that pay homage to the region’s heritage. With a commitment to transparency and sustainability, they offer a range of premium whiskies. highwest.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Courtesy of High West Distillery
From our May/June 2024 issue.
HEADER IMAGE: Courtesy of Snake River Farms
