Boston Butt

The Boston butt is the foundation of great pasture-raised pulled pork — a well-marbled cut from the upper pork shoulder with enough fat and connective tissue to reward long, slow cooking with extraordinary results. Heritage breed pork from animals raised on open pasture produces a depth of flavor that commodity pork simply cannot replicate, and nowhere is that difference more apparent than in a cut that spends hours breaking down low and slow.

The crockpot is the most popular choice for good reason — set it in the morning and come home to pulled pork. A smoker adds a layer of hardwood flavor that is hard to beat, and a low oven gets the job done when neither is available. Whichever method you choose, the Boston butt rewards patience: the collagen breaks down into gelatin, the fat renders through the meat, and the result pulls apart effortlessly into rich, juicy strands. Season it simply with salt and pepper and let the pork speak for itself, or build a rub and take it in any direction you like.

Sold by weight. Select the size that best suits your needs. The largest size carries a 10% discount when available.

If you're looking to make the best pulled pork of your life, try our coppa — the pork neck roast that five star chefs consider the superior cut. Looking to save a little money without sacrificing quality? Our boneless netted pork roast is an excellent choice. And if you're firing up the smoker, throw on a pack of our pasture-raised cased sausages — our Kielbasa in particular makes a great addition alongside a Boston butt.