SAN BERNARDINO, CALIF. – Country Archer Provisions, formerly known as Country Archer Jerky Co., recently launched a new beef jerky flavor – Fuego. The brand will also now offer Footlong Meat Sticks, available in Original, Teriyaki and the new flavor, Fuego.

The Fuego flavor blends red and white pepper, chipotle chilis and chili powder. The company’s Footlong snacks have 15 grams of protein per serving and are made with finished beef and natural pork. Country

Archer said the sticks were specifically created for convenience stores.

“Many convenience shoppers are no longer looking for just a quick on-the-go bite,” said Eugene Kang, co-founder and chief executive officer of Country Archer Provisions. “They’re seeking healthier choices and real food – we wanted to combine our strength in ingredient integrity with flavors and formats that are driving category growth in the C-store channel by delivering options that speak specifically to the unique needs of this shopper. In an age where our world is increasingly connected, the need for sustainable snacks is increasing and helping to drive healthier lifestyles.”

Country Archer said its products are made with USDA-inspected 100% grass-fed and -finished, pasture-raised beef, all-natural and antibiotic-free pork, and are free of artificial preservatives, nitrates, nitrites, MSG and gluten.

The new Fuego Beef Jerky comes in 2.5-oz pouches, while Footlongs are available in 1.8-oz individually wrapped sticks. Both Footlongs and Fuego are now available at select convenience retailers across the nation.