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USDA Select

Thor's Hammer Roast

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Whoever holds this hammer, if they be worthy, shall possess the power of Thor! This lean, mean piece of dry-aged beef needs longer cooking time, but rewards whoever cooks it with succulent meat and flavorful marrow.

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Ships frozen with an average weight of 7.4 lbs per roast.

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Orders are usually packed and picked up by the shipping carrier the day after the order is placed.
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Beef Orders: Orders placed on Thursday after 10am MT or over the weekend will ship the following Monday — because beef shouldn’t be stuck waiting in a distribution center on the weekend.
To meet our high safety standards, we only ship to the 48 contiguous states.
Your order comes in a box packed with cool-gel ice packs and insulating materials to keep it frozen. We ship to you very quickly to ensure your meat arrives cool to the touch (under 40 degrees Fahrenheit).
We don’t accept returns, because the Post Office would hunt us down if you shipped raw meat without the proper precautions.
We can’t guarantee any changes or cancelations after your order has been processed. We move fast to get you fresh, frozen beef, so your order may already be on its way to you!
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Apparel Orders: Orders are delivered within 5-7 business days after leaving the ranch.
Apparel items are eligible for return if the items have no visible or worn damage. Refunds are issued after assessing the returned item. Refunds can take up to 3 business days to be issued.
To initiate a return or exchange please reach out to orders@slickhornranch.com with your order ID#.
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Diamond Grading System 

The Slickhorn Score for Wagyu beef grading is based on intramuscular fat, which determines marbling and tenderness.   

  • Diamond I includes Wagyu beef with intramuscular fat between 20-30 percent, which is higher than USDA Prime.    
  • Diamond II includes Wagyu beef with intramuscular fat between 30-40 percent, which is significantly higher than USDA Prime and deeply marbled.    
  • Diamond III is incredibly rare. It includes Wagyu beef with exquisite marbling and intramuscular fat content above 40 percent. It is our highest-grade beef—extremely decadent, buttery, and tender.    

USDA Grading System 

The USDA regulates and oversees beef grading. There are eight total grades, but only a few you need to worry about. 

  • USDA Select is less than 3 percent intramuscular fat.
  • USDA Choice balances quality, flavor, and accessibility, with intramuscular fat between 3-6 percent.  
  • USDA Prime has intramuscular fat above 6 percent up to 10 percent. It is the highest USDA grade with the best marbling, tenderness, and flavor.  

Smoke It

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Cooking Instructions

Thor’s Hammer needs time to turn into the best shredded beef you’ve ever had, but it doesn’t need a ton of effort. Start with thawed meat and rub a binder (like yellow mustard or BBQ sauce) on, then add your rub. Leave uncovered in the fridge overnight.

Preheat your smoker to 225-250° F. Cover the frenched bone in foil and add the meat to the middle rack. Pro Tip: Put an aluminum pan under the meat to catch the marrow as it renders.

Let the bark develop, spraying hourly with stock or broth until it sets, and your internal temp is around 180° F. Brush some rendered tallow over the bark then wrap butcher paper tightly around the shank. Continue smoking until it hits an internal temp of 203° F.

Depending on weight, the entire process could take 6-9 hours. Rest for at LEAST an hour wrapped in a towel in an empty cooler. (That’s how the pros do it.)  Shred and serve, then head to Valhalla.

Slickhorn Style: Sweet + Smoky Rub

Serve It With: Southern-Style Mac and Cheese

Pair It With: A Crisp Amber Ale or a Kentucky Mule

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Shank Primal

The chuck primal is the cow’s shoulder and gets plenty of use, which develops a delicious beefy flavor. Typically, this primal needs a bit more time to reach peak tenderness, but the even blend of meat and fat makes for a tasty bite. 

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