Old-world quality for the modern palate.
Handcrafted in Denver, Colorado, River Bear American Meats are meticulously sourced from American family farms committed to animal welfare and sustainability. Our classically trained butchers use the highest quality herbs and spices to create premium small-batch salami, charcuterie, bacon, and deli meats. At our state-of-the-art USDA-inspected SQF-certified plant, we use old-world techniques and modern flavors to reflect the spirit of the Rocky Mountain West.
Dry-Cured Salami
Indulge in the distinct flavors of our Denver-made salami, meticulously crafted with antibiotic-free American-raised pork and beef raised by family farms committed to industry-leading animal welfare standards. Our time-honored techniques include low-temperature fermentation and slow drying, resulting in a superior taste and texture. Encased in natural casings and seasoned with the finest herbs and spices, each bite delivers old-world quality for the modern palate.
Bourbon Green Peppercorn
The smooth, warm notes of Denver-made Leopold Brothers bourbon impart a rich, aromatic sweetness, perfectly balanced by the vibrant, mildly spicy kick of fresh green peppercorns.
Case Pack: 4.5 oz | 8 per case
BEEF CALABRESE
The bold flavors of Angus beef are complimented by the aromatic sweetness of fennel, the spicy warmth of Calabrian chiles, and are perfectly balanced with red wine and a hint of garlic.
Case Pack: 4.5 oz | 8 per case
Colorado Beef Green Chile
Savor our Colorado Beef Green Chile Salami, blending Pueblo green chiles, garlic, white wine, and toasted cumin seeds with American-raised Angus beef for a rich flavorful kick.
Case Pack: 5.5 oz | 8 per case
Fennel Pollen
Crafted with fennel pollen, white wine, and our proprietary blend of fresh spices, each bite pays homage to the classic Italian Finocchiona.
Case Pack: 5.5 oz | 8 per case
Habanero Orange
A River Bear original, our habanero orange salami offers a perfect balance of bright heat and delightful hints of sweet citrus.
Case Pack: 5.5 oz | 8 per case
DRY CHORIZO
Our Dry Chorizo embodies authentic Spanish flavors, featuring the signature red hue from genuine Spanish paprika. Rooted in European tradition, we blend garlic with freshly ground cumin and coriander seeds, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully as they naturally ferment and dry cure.
Case Pack: 5.5 oz | 8 per case
‘Nduja
‘Nduja is a decadent spreadable salami, featuring imported Calabrian chiles, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Versatile and indulgent, this unique delicacy adds a smoky, spicy kick to any dish. Spread it on crackers, sandwiches, or use it to enhance the flavor of grilled meats for a truly luxurious experience.
Case Pack: 5.5 oz | 8 per case
Bacon
Savor our tender, savory, smoky bacon made from antibiotic-free Duroc pork bellies. Sourced from a sixth-generation family farm in Iowa, each slice is bursting with succulence and depth of flavor.
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Our classically trained butchers meticulously dry rub pork bellies with a blend of aromatic mustard seed, black pepper, juniper berries, and bay leaf before slowly smoking them with peach wood. Committed to your well-being, our bacon contains no nitrates, nitrites, MSG, or Sodium Tripolyphosphate.
PEACHWOOD SMOKED BACON
Experience Denver’s beloved handcrafted delight: our classic Uncured Pork Bacon. Infused with aromatic peach wood smoke, each slice embodies a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. Seasoned with brown sugar and sea salt, this bacon is a culinary masterpiece, versatile enough for breakfast or a next-level BLT. Indulge in bacon bliss with every bite.
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BACON - SLICED BULK
Case Pack: 3 lb PK | 4 per case
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BACON - RETAIL PACK
Case Pack: 12 oz | 16 per case
Specialty Bacon
BLACK PEPPER BACON
A bold twist on our classic bacon, Black Pepper Bacon is rubbed with freshly ground black pepper that contrasts perfectly with the sweet-smoky flavor our uncured pork bacon.
SUGAR FREE BACON
Indulge in the tantalizing fusion of savory and smoky with our Sugar-Free Peach Wood Smoked Bacon. This culinary masterpiece satisfies both the palate and the health-conscious consumer, as it’s entirely sugar-free.
BEEF BACON
Enjoy the succulent richness of our beef bacon, expertly crafted with the same umami-rich dry rub and peach wood smoke. Tender and beefy, each bite offers a savory sensation that’s uniquely irresistible.
Deli Meats
Our chef-driven line of deli meats starts with American-raised antibiotic-free heritage breed pork, beef, and turkey—the foundation of our exceptional quality. Our classically trained butchers then apply the freshest herbs and spices, skillfully crafting deli meats that are simply built differently: tender, succulent, and bursting with flavor. Plus, rest assured knowing our sausages are all-natural and free from added nitrates, nitrites, preservatives, or MSG.
Smoked Turkey
Tender, juicy and savory, our antibiotic-free turkey breasts are brined in juniper, thyme, coriander, and slowly smoked over peach and pecan wood.
Case Pack: 2 Pieces | 10 lb avg case
City Ham
Richly marbled Duroc pork brined in brown sugar and fresh spices then smoked to perfection with a blend of peach and pecan wood. The result is a deeply flavorful, succulent, versatile ham.
Case Pack: 2 Pieces | 10 lb avg case
Pastrami
Experience the nostalgia of an old-world deli with our Angus Beef Pastrami. Brined to perfection in mustard seed, cinnamon, and brown sugar, then rubbed with black pepper, coriander, and garlic, and finally smoked to perfection with a blend of peach and pecan wood.
Case Pack: 2 Pieces | 10 lb avg case
SALAMI COTTO
In homage to Piedmont, our Salami Cotto embodies the essence of savory perfection, with just the right balance of fennel, rosemary and Calabrian chile. Irresistibly delicious, it elevates any sandwich to gourmet status and adds a radiant touch to any charcuterie board.
Case Pack: 2 Pieces | 10 lb avg case
Capicola
Made from richly marbled Duroc pork collar brined in brown sugar, sea salt and garlic, rubbed with Calabrian chile flakes, coriander and cracked fennel, and roasted to perfection.
Case Pack: 2 Pieces | 6 lb avg case
​CoRned BeeF
Made from antibiotic-free, humanely raised angus beef. This fully cooked juicy brisket is seasoned with garlic, mustard seed, and chile de arbol.
Case Pack: 2 Pieces | 10 lb avg case
Sausages
Our sausages are sourced from local family farms and crafted in small batches, these are the finest American sausages available.
Summer Sausage
A midwest staple made front range style. Smoked beef thats spiced with strong flavors of mustard, red pepper and coriander. A great treat for all your outdoor or indoor adventures.
Case Pack: 16 oz | 20 per case
2oz Hot Dogs
Uncured beef. Lightly smoked, these clean-label dogs are made only from the good stuff.
Case Pack: 5 PK | 20 per case
Cajun Andouille
Ring-style Cajun-inspired sausage with traditional Creole seasonings including garlic, cayenne, and chile powder. Made from antibiotic-free, ABF American Raised Pork.
Case Pack: 16 oz chubs | 16 per case
Whole Muscle Charcuterie
Experience the exceptional quality of our whole muscle salumi, meticulously crafted from heritage breed pork and beef sourced from family farms committed to industry-leading animal welfare standards.
Our dry-cured salumi is a testament to craftsmanship, made with care using antibiotic-free American-raised pork and beef. Through time-honored techniques and the finest herbs and spices, each bite delivers old-world quality tailored for the modern palate.
Bresaola
Austere and herbaceous, American-raised Wagyu beef eye round is rubbed with a blend of rosemary, cinnamon and clove before slowly curing for 4-6 months in our aging cave.
Case Pack: 2 pcs | 4 lb avg case
​Lomo
Savory and delicious, River Bear Lomo (pork loin) is rubbed with Sicilian sea salt, garlic, hot and sweet paprika and a pinch of sugar, then aged for 4-6 months in our aging cave.
Case Pack: 4 pcs | 4 lb avg case
​Guanciale
Infinitely versatile, heritage pork jowl seasoned with fresh herbs, chopped garlic and Calabrian chile flakes before slow curing for 4-6 months in our aging cave.
Case Pack: 4 pcs | 4 lb avg case
Coppa
Luxurious and understated, heritage pork collar seasoned with mace, juniper berries, black pepper, cayenne and paprika before slow curing for 4-6 months in our aging cave.
Case Pack: 4 pcs | 4 lb avg case
Pancetta Tessa
An Italian bacon made of pork belly, salt cured and spiced with sage, rosemary, black and red pepper.
Case Pack: 4 pcs | 4 lb avg case