Elk vs Venison vs Wild Boar Sticks: Exotic Game Sticks Compared

Buffalo Bills assorted exotic game sticks tub

The short answer: pick elk for a bold bourbon black pepper bite, venison for sweet and tangy honey mustard with the most protein (7g per stick), or wild boar for smoky barbecue at 50 calories per stick. Can't decide? The Assorted Exotic Game Sticks tub has 5 of each. All are Buffalo Bills sticks, individually wrapped 1 oz sticks, 15 per reusable tub, USDA inspected and made in the USA.

Side by side

Elk Venison Wild boar
Flavor Bourbon Black Pepper Honey Mustard Smokey BBQ
Taste Bold, peppery Sweet and tangy Smoky barbecue
Main meat Elk, blended with wild boar Venison, blended with wild boar Wild boar
Protein per stick 6g 7g 6g
Allergens None of the 9 major allergens Contains mustard None of the 9 major allergens
Stick size 1 oz, individually wrapped 1 oz, individually wrapped 1 oz, individually wrapped
Tub 15 sticks 15 sticks 15 sticks

Elk: bold and peppery

The elk stick is seasoned with bourbon and black pepper for the boldest flavor of the three. It is the pick for people who like a peppery beef jerky and want to try something new.

Venison: sweet and tangy

Honey mustard gives the venison stick a sweet, tangy finish, and at 7g per stick it has the most protein of the three. It contains mustard, so skip it if mustard is an allergy in your house.

Wild boar: smoky barbecue

The wild boar stick has a smoky barbecue flavor with paprika and spices, at 50 calories per stick. A good pick for barbecue fans.

Game sticks as gifts

Exotic game sticks make a memorable gift for hunters and adventurous eaters. Choose a velour gift bag (assorted, elk, venison or wild boar, 15 sticks), the burlap gift bag (15 sticks), the red gift bag or bank bag (12 sticks), or the bouquet tumbler (18 sticks). Add a free gift message at checkout.

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FAQ

Do exotic game sticks contain pork or beef?

They contain no beef or chicken. The elk and venison sticks are blended with wild boar, which is meat from feral swine, and the wild boar stick is made from wild boar. If you avoid all pork, game sticks are not the right choice.

Which game stick has the most protein?

Venison, with 7g of protein per 1 oz stick. Elk and wild boar have 6g each.

Which game stick should I try first?

The Assorted Exotic Game Sticks tub, with 5 elk, 5 venison and 5 wild boar sticks, lets you try all three before buying a full tub of one flavor.

Are game sticks good for hunting trips?

Yes. They are individually wrapped and easy to carry. See our guide to the best beef sticks for hunting.

How long do game sticks last?

Sealed meat sticks are shelf stable. See how long beef sticks last for storage tips.