BEARDED BUTCHER BLEND SEASONING 17mm Mahogany Collagen Casings, 4-Pack — Ready-to-Use, Dye-Free Snack Stick Tubes

Bearded Butchers 17mm mahogany collagen casings are ready-to-use, dye-free, edible tubes designed to make consistent, tender snack sticks and slim sausages for up to 25 lb of meat per pack.

These premium collagen casings deliver an even 17mm diameter and the satisfying snap of a professionally made stick without the hassle of natural casings. Colored naturally with caramel and paprika instead of red dyes, they arrive vacuum-sealed to preserve pliability and are intended for direct loading — no soaking or lengthy prep required. Each vacuum-packed bundle contains four strands that together hold roughly 25 pounds of ground beef, pork, or venison, making them practical for hobby butchers and small-batch producers.

How do these casings save time and simplify sausage making?

The Bearded Butchers casings eliminate the soaking and re-hydration step required by many natural or collagen options. Because they are vacuum-sealed and flexible straight from the package, you can load them directly onto an appropriately sized stuffing horn and begin stuffing immediately. This reduces setup time and cleanup while delivering consistent results batch after batch.

• Ready-to-use out of the pack — no soaking or rinsing needed.
• Vacuum-sealed to maintain ideal moisture and elasticity.
• Consistent 17mm diameter for uniform snack sticks and pepperoni.
• Makes stuffing and linking faster for multiple batches.

Will these casings work with my equipment and recipes?

They are designed for slim snack sticks and small-diameter sausages and require a stuffing horn no larger than 3/8" (10mm); they will not fit a standard 1/2" tube. The casings stand up to typical smoking and drying methods when used as directed, and they pair well with beef, pork, venison, and blended recipes for cured or smoked sticks.

• Fits 3/8" (10mm) or 5/16" (8mm) stuffing tubes only.
• Hangs safely in a smokehouse or lays flat on pellet-grill racks.
• Works with raw, cured, smoked, or dried snack stick recipes.
• Best practice: cook to temperature, chill before slicing or vacuum sealing.

How much meat can one pack hold and how should I store leftovers?

A single pack contains four strands that, combined, hold about 25 lb of meat (roughly 6.25 lb per strand). To preserve unused casings, keep them vacuum-sealed and refrigerated; avoid direct sunlight and extreme temperatures to prevent loss of elasticity. Proper refrigeration extends usable life until you’re ready to produce another batch.

• Four strands per package — approximately 25 lb total capacity.
• Store unopened packs refrigerated for best elasticity retention.
• Avoid freezing or prolonged exposure to heat and sunlight.
• Use cooked-chilled sticks for slicing and vacuum sealing to maximize shelf life.

What finishing and handling tips produce the best texture and shelf life?

For a firm snap and an appealing mahogany color, smoke or cure according to your recipe and always verify internal temperature before cooling. Allow sticks to chill thoroughly before slicing; cold meat cuts cleaner and seals better in vacuum packing. Avoid over-stuffing to prevent splits and keep unused casings sealed until needed.

• Smoke or cure as your recipe directs and reach target internal temperature.
• Chill fully before cutting to retain shape and texture.
• Vacuum-seal portions for longer refrigerated or frozen storage.
• Do not overfill casings to reduce bursting during smoking/drying.

Who is this for: These casings are ideal for home butchers, small-batch artisans, and backyard smokehouse enthusiasts who want consistent, dye-free edible casings for snack sticks, pepperoni, and slim sausages. They suit users who value quick setup, professional-looking results, and the ability to process batches of beef, pork, or wild game without natural casing prep.

Ingredients

Dye-Free Mahogany Collagen Casings, Colored with Paprika and Caramel