About Us

History

Making Beef Jerky has been in our family since the 1940's.Our Beef Jerky is made in traditional thickness packed full of flavor. We enjoy taking the time and making quality beef Jerky for the community to love. We want our customers to taste our commitment to flavor and quality in every bite.

Meet the Owner

Tony Gutierrez blossomed JR's Jerky Company on his love of quality food and his passion for local business. Always being an entrepreneur Tony has had many local businesses including retail gift stores in Old Town and in Coronado Mall. He decided to carry on his fathers legacy of Beef Jerky in JR's Jerky Company. He is the "Willy Wonka" of jerky flavors, always mixing and concocting new and interesting varieties.

Award Winning Flavors

2020 Scovie Award Winning Flavors

3rd Place Jerky- Green Chile Garlic

2nd Place Snacks- Red Chile Chips

2019 Scovie Award Winning Flavors

1st Place Jerky- Mango Tango

2nd Place Jerky-Green Chile Teriyaki

3rd Place Jerky- Muerte

3rd Place Snacks- Red Chile/Lime Chips

2019 State Fair Beef Jerky Showdown

1st Place Winner- Pepper

2018 Scovie Award Winning Flavors

1st Place Jerky- Yellow Heat

1st Place Unique Snacks- Green & Red Chile Lemon Pepper

2nd Place Jerky- Green Chile

3rd Place Jerky- Habanero Teriyaki

1st Place Snacks- Green Chile Chips

2024 State Fair Beef Jerky Showdown

1st Place Winner- Green Chile

2025 Scovie Award Winning Flavors

1st Place Savory Snacks- Carolina Creeper

2nd Place Savory Snacks- Wild Fire

3rd Place Savory Snacks- Red Ghost

1st Place Spicy Snacks- Wild Fire

3rd Place Spicy Snacks- Carolina Creeper

3rd Place Spicy Snacks- Buffalo Ranch Chips

2nd Place Savory Snacks Chips- Buffalo Ranch Chips

USA Beef

USDA inspected facility (est no. 44173M) with only the highest quality beef and New Mexico ingredients.