Q: What is beef tallow?
A: Beef tallow is a natural fat rendered from high-quality beef. It has been traditionally used for both cooking and skin care for generations.
Q: What can beef tallow be used for?
A: • Cooking, frying and baking
• Skincare and beauty products
• Soap, candles, balms, and salves
Q: Why is beef tallow good for cooking?
A: Beef tallow has a high smoke point and adds a rich, savory flavor. It is naturally stable, making it ideal for frying, searing, and roasting without breaking down easily.
Q: Why is beef tallow good for skin care?
A: Beef tallow closely resembles the skin’s natural oils and is rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K. It helps moisturize, protect, and nourish the skin while supporting a healthy skin barrier.
Q: What makes your beef tallow special?
A: Our beef tallow is sourced from local Ontario farms in Canada, using AAA-graded beef from grass-fed, dry-finished cattle. It is carefully rendered in small batches to ensure exceptional quality, purity, and consistency.
Q: What is the difference between cooking tallow and cosmetic-grade tallow?
- Cooking Tallow (Brisket Tallow): Rendered from brisket fat with a focus on flavor and performance in cooking. It retains a rich, savory taste and is ideal for frying, searing, roasting, and baking.
- Cosmetic-Grade Tallow (Kidney Tallow): Rendered from kidney fat and processed with additional purification steps to ensure exceptional cleanliness, purity, and mildness. It has a very neutral scent and smooth texture, making it ideal for skin care products such as balms, creams, soaps, and lotions.
Q: Is your beef tallow grass-fed?
A: Yes. Our beef tallow comes from grass-fed, dry-finished cattle raised on local Ontario farms.
Q: Is it free from hormones and antibiotics?
A: Yes. Our cattle are raised without added hormones or antibiotics.
Q: Does beef tallow have a strong smell or taste?
A: High-quality, properly rendered beef tallow has a clean, mild aroma. Cooking tallow offers a pleasant savory flavor, while cosmetic-grade tallow is neutral and gentle for skin use.
Q: How should I store tallow to keep it fresh?
A: Tallow can be stored in two main ways:
• Room Temperature: You can keep tallow at room temperature in a cool, dry place. It has a long shelf life and remains stable when stored properly.
• Refrigeration: If you prefer to refrigerate tallow, avoid taking it in and out of the fridge frequently. Repeated temperature changes can cause moisture buildup, which may affect the quality of the tallow.