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Jack Daniel's Pulled Pork
Meat
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Jack Daniel's Pulled Pork

Jack Daniel's
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
370
Calories
19g
Protein
25g
Sugars
750mg
Sodium
90
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Jack Daniel's Pulled Pork is a ready-to-heat refrigerated entrée that sits in the prepared meats aisle or near deli-ready barbecue items, often displayed close to microwaveable comfort meals, packaged rotisserie chickens, and other pre-cooked proteins. It reads like an adult-oriented convenience item: the Jack Daniel's name and whiskey association give it a smoky, Southern barbecue personality rather than a child-focused or health-driven pitch. Shoppers reach for it during party runs, quick weeknight dinners, tailgates, and backyard cookouts when they want a fast, BBQ-flavored centerpiece without tending a smoker. The label leans on brand nostalgia and barbecue authenticity rather than organic or clean-label claims; you won’t typically find USDA organic seals or “all natural” certifications on this product — instead marketing emphasizes flavor and convenience. In plain terms, the product is highly processed: it combines cooked shredded pork with a formulated sauce and stabilizers, sweeteners, and flavor enhancers. Sensory notes: tender shredded meat in a glossy, sticky-sweet and tangy Jack Daniel’s-style sauce, with visible flecks of spice and onion; texture is soft and saucy—easy to pile into buns, tacos, or over rice. Packaging is a sealed 16 oz tray or tub designed for refrigeration and reheating, often microwaved or gently warmed on the stovetop. Rituals include loading slider buns at a game-day spread, spooning onto nachos, or rescuing a last-minute dinner. The product fits squarely into American convenience-BBQ culture: an indulgent shortcut to smoky, sauced pulled pork with a branded twist.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5.0 oz
Servings per Container: 3
Calories370
% Daily Value*
Total Fat20g26%
Saturated Fat7g35%
Cholesterol75mg25%
Sodium750mg33%
Total Carbohydrate28g10%
Total Sugars25g
Protein19g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Seasoned, Cooked, Pork, (Pork,, Water,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of:, Black, Pepper,, Salt,, Dehydrated, Garlic,, Dehydrated, Onion,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Brown, Sugar,, Carrageenan),, Bbq, Sauce, (Sugar,, Water,, Apple, Cider, Vinegar,, Onion,, Molasses,, Soy, Sauce, [Water,, Soybeans,, Wheat,, Salt],, Tomato, Paste,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of:, Soybean, Oil,, Granulated, Garlic,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Salt,, Worcestershire, Sauce, Powder, [Maltodextrin,, Worcestershire, Sauce, {Distilled, Vinegar,, Molasses,, Corn, Syrup,, Salt,, Caramel, Color,, Garlic, Powder,, Sugar,, Spices,, Celery, Seed,, Tamarind,, Natural, Flavor}],, Caramel, Color,, Tennessee, Whiskey,, Chili, Pepper,, Paprika,, Lemon, Juice,, Black, Pepper,, Red, Pepper)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (modified corn starch, carrageenan, sodium phosphate, caramel color, maltodextrin, added sugars and flavorings) and is a ready-to-heat formulated product, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Jack Daniel's Pulled Pork

The Jack Daniel's Pulled Pork can be a tasty option, especially if you're looking for a quick meal. It packs a solid protein punch with 19 grams per serving, but it also has 20 grams of fat, including 7 grams of saturated fat. So, if you're watching your fat intake, you might want to enjoy this in moderation.

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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