2021.7.20

Turkey Bacon vs. Dry-Aged Bacon: What’s the Difference?A slice-by-slice comparison of the two products, from how they’re made to key nutrition facts and more

*Uncured turkey bacon is currently unavailable at Costco warehouses in Japan.

Jones Dairy Farm’s Uncured Fully Cooked Turkey Bacon is now stocked at all Costcos in Japan.. As you head to pick it up, you might wonder: what’s the difference between turkey bacon and pork bacon?

In this article, we break down the key differences between Jones’ Uncured Turkey Bacon and award-winning Dry-Aged Cherrywood Bacon, from production to nutrition. After reading, check our Recipes page for ideas on how to enjoy each product.

Also read: What Does ‘Uncured’ Mean? The Real Difference Between Cured and Uncured Bacon

How it’s made — Turkey Bacon vs. Dry-Aged Bacon

Jones Dairy Farm’s Uncured Turkey Bacon is made by grinding turkey meat, seasoning it, and forming it into “bellies.” We naturally smoke the meat with cherrywood chips before slicing for that smoky, authentic flavor. At Jones Dairy Farm’s manufacturing plant in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, we naturally smoke it with real cherrywood chips. The “bellies” are then sliced, with each slice having an unbeatable smoky and authentic flavor.

Jones’ Dry-Aged Cherrywood Bacon uses hand-trimmed center-cut pork bellies, known for their tender, fatty qualities. After curing the pork belly with a century-old family brine, we smoke the bacon in small batches over cherrywood chips for up to 12 hours. Then, it dry-ages in a special room for up to a month, intensifying the flavor.

Both Jones products are certified gluten-free, MSG-free, and free of all USDA Big 8 food allergens.

Located in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, Jones’ manufacturing plant is the production site of all Jones Dairy Farm products. For more information, read this article for a tour of Jones complex, including the iconic farmhouse pictured in the company logo.

Nutrition facts and calories

The key difference between bacon made from pork and bacon made from turkey is that the latter is leaner and contains fewer calories.

Here’s a slice-by-slice nutritional comparison between Jones’ Uncured Turkey Bacon and Dry-Aged Bacon:

Uncured Turkey Bacon (1 slice – 15g)	Dry-Aged Bacon (1 pan fried slice – 9g)
Calories: 30	Calories: 50
Total Fat: 1.5g	Total Fat: 4g
Protein: 3g	Protein: 3g

For more nutrition facts, visit our Products page.

Fully cooked vs. raw — preparing Turkey Bacon and Dry-Aged Bacon at home

Our Dry-Aged Bacon slices are raw and need cooking before eating. In contrast, our bacon made from turkey comes fully cooked, ready to enjoy straight from the package.

Both can be heated in the microwave, oven, or pan in under 15 minutes, making either product quick and convenient for at-home meals. Visit our Products page for specific prep times and instructions.

Jones’ Dry-Aged Cherrywood Bacon (pictured above) can be prepared in a pan over medium heat in about 3-6 minutes.

Does turkey bacon taste different from pork bacon?

Turkey bacon and pork bacon, made from different meats, naturally vary in taste and texture. For instance, our Dry-Aged Bacon, made from pork belly and rich in fat, offers a salty, hearty bite. On the other hand, Jones’ Uncured Turkey Bacon, made from lean thigh meat, mimics the pork bacon experience.

At Jones Dairy Farm, we smoke both varieties with real cherrywood chips, ensuring that rich, smoky flavor comes through in every bite.

Check out YouTuber Matsukenn’s (MatsukennVlog) review of Jones Dairy Farm’s Uncured Turkey Bacon below: