Holiday Shipping Schedule
Christmas
We highly recommend that Christmas orders be shipped the week of 12/16 or earlier.
Shipping delays are very likely during the weeks before Christmas. "Overnight" shipping will often take two days. Please plan accordingly. No shipping refunds can be issued for late deliveries 12/2 - 12/31, per UPS Policy.
Week of 12/16 - Normal Shipping Schedule (Delays likely, we package for multiple days in transit)
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Thursday, 12/19 - Sunday, 12/22
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Monday, 12/23
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Tuesday, 12/24
Delays Possible. May deliver after Christmas. |
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Monday, 12/23 - Wednesday, 12/25
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Thursday, 12/26
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Friday, 12/27
Delays Possible. Delivers after Christmas. |
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Thursday, 12/26 - Friday, 12/27
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Monday, 12/30
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Tuesday, 12/31
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Saturday, 12/28 - Tuesday, 12/31
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Wednesday, 1/1
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Thursday, 1/2
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Standard Shipping Schedule
Shipping charge based on destination and order weight.
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Next Monday | Next Tuesday |
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Next Tuesday
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Next Wednesday
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Expedited Shipping Schedule
(Add $9.95 to total shipping charge)
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Monday
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By 12 noon
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Tuesday
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Tuesday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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By 12 noon
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By 12 noon
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Anytime
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Tuesday
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Holidays
Just like you, we (and UPS) take a few days off each year. Below is a list of holidays when no orders can be shipped. Any orders scheduled to ship on these days will be delayed to the next shipping day. Please plan accordingly and Contact Us if you have any questions.
New Year's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve
Standard Shipping Option
Standard Overnight Shipping Rates are based on our negotiated rates with UPS, delivery destination and total weight of your order.
All orders are shipped in a reusable insulated container, chilled by gel packs or dry ice and delivered to your door.
For website orders, we will typically have your order packed within one full business day after the order is submitted. Please see the Standard Shipping Schedule above for details on order deadlines and scheduling of shipments.
We use UPS overnight service for shipping. Standard overnight service will have your product delivered by 8:00 PM the next business day after shipment if shipped to a residence. Delivery by 5:00 PM if delivered to a commercial property.
We only ship orders Monday through Thursday. We do this to ensure safe delivery as well as the quality of our products. If you have special delivery requirements (i.e. need to ship on Friday for Saturday), please contact us and we will try to accommodate your needs.
Expedited Shipping Option
Expedited Shipping Rate: Add $9.95 to total shipping charge.
When our standard delivery schedule will not meet your needs and you need the delivery as soon as possible add Expedited Shipping as a product to your cart. For an additional $9.95 over the standard shipping rate, orders received by 12 noon CST Monday – Thursday will be packed and shipped on the same day. Please see the Expedited Shipping Schedule above for details on order deadlines and scheduling of shipments.
Pick Up Option
For local customers, or those planning to visit the area, you may pick up an order. During checkout use the discount code PICKUP to remove the shipping cost. Adding a planned pick up date and time in the Special Instructions during checkout is helpful to have your order ready when you arrive. Your order will not be packed in an non-insulated container. Insulated coolers may be purchased, if necessary, but it is recommended that you bring your own. Pick up is available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.
Other Shipping Information
| Please provide a physical address (not a P.O. Box) when entering the shipping address. The shipping address should be a location where someone will be available to receive the package from UPS or where the package may be left. | |
| US Shipping Only: Unfortunately, do to our shipping methods we are unable to ship orders to addresses outside of the 50 U.S. states or to APO addresses. | |
| Signature Release: All orders under $500 are shipped with a signature release (no signature required at delivery). However, the UPS driver determines whether or not the box will be left at the delivery location if no one is present. If the driver feels comfortable leaving the box at the delivery location then they will do so. If they do not feel comfortable leaving the box for any reason, then they will not do it. This is something that is not under our control. When we do see that a box has not been left we will automatically request a second delivery attempt. | |
| Shipment to Multiple Addresses: Shipments to different addresses must be submitted as separate orders. We have done this so a single order does not get split up into individual shipments that are so small they cannot be delivered safely. | |
| Explanation of Shipping Costs: Our shipping rates are based on the actual costs we incur for shipping fees and packing materials. We have negotiated favorable rates with UPS and we pass these savings on to you - no markup. Generally, your shipping costs on a per pound basis reduce significantly as the order size increases. | |
| Minimum Order Size: Orders must include at least $50 of product. This is to ensure that the products ordered can be shipped safely to our customers. All website orders are shipped overnight in insulated coolers, and the product mix/quantity achieved with a $50 order is appropriate for safe transport in our smallest cooler. This minimum order level is a safeguard that prevents us from shipping products in a mostly "empty" cooler where quick thawing may occur. | |
| About Gifts: A packing slip with no prices is included on every box. A copy of the invoice with prices is emailed to the address used during checkout. | |
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Order Early, Deliver Later! In your cart there is a "Special Instructions" field available. Simply put a message in this field indicating your desired delivery date.
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Consider the possibility of weather delays when scheduling a shipment. If a delay does occur our products can still be delivered safely up to 3 or 4 days after shipment, especially in winter. Some thawing may have occurred, but as long at the meat is cool to the touch (45° F or less) then the product is safe. Thawed products can be refrozen without a safety hazard or a significant loss in meat quality. This link to FoodSafety.gov may be helpful. If you are concerned about the safety of your delivery, please contact us. |
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All of our products are aged 21 - 28 days on the bone to maximize flavor and tenderness before being frozen at the peak of perfection. The products you order can be kept frozen up to 6 months or until you are ready to use them. Thaw your meat in the refrigerator. Larger cuts (such as roasts or whole legs) may take a full day to thaw.
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We are committed to making your experience with us and our products a positive one. We will track your package throughout the delivery process and work on your behalf to have it delivered promptly and safely. However, please keep in mind that we must work within the limitations of the UPS system, and potential delays from weather conditions or other UPS errors are simply out of our control.
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