Fresh Turkey Drums

What Are Fresh Turkey Drums?

Fresh turkey drums, also known as turkey drumsticks, are the lower legs of the turkey. They are known for their rich flavor and tender meat. Fresh turkey drums are an excellent source of protein and essential nutrients, making them a healthy choice for various meals. They can be roasted, grilled, or slow-cooked, allowing for versatility in cooking methods. So, if you are looking for a delicious and nutritious option for your next meal, consider fresh turkey drums!

Benefits of Fresh Turkey Drums

There are many benefits to including fresh turkey drums in your diet. First, they are high in protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues. Additionally, turkey meat is low in fat, especially when skinless, which makes it a great option for those watching their fat intake. Fresh turkey drums contain important vitamins and minerals, such as B vitamins and zinc, which support your immune system and overall health. So, not only are fresh turkey drums tasty, but they are also a healthy addition to your meal plan!

How to Cook Fresh Turkey Drums

Cooking fresh turkey drums can be simple and rewarding. Begin by seasoning the drums with your favorite spices or marinades. You can roast them in the oven for around 2 hours at 350°F (175°C) until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Alternatively, you can grill them for a unique, smoky flavor. Remember to let the meat rest before serving so it remains juicy and tender. Because fresh turkey drums are so versatile, you can experiment with different cooking methods to find what you like best!

What Makes Us Better

It begins with finding the best meats. We at Tillman's Meats search-out and source only the best quality meats that comply with our high standards. All of our meats bear the USDA seal of inspection and come from domestic farms, proudly sourced right here in the USA.

As a family-run business, and proudly serving our customers for over 40 years, the masters at Tillman’s Meats hand-cut and trim each and every steak. We ensure that each steak, roast or any cut of meat that leaves our butcher’s block is consistent with our high quality standards. Our beef is aged to perfection, hand-cut and trimmed to ensure maximum flavor and tenderness.

Our beef is cut fresh and sold fresh in-store. Custom cutting is our specialty and we are masters at it.
Our online steaks and meats are all flash frozen and vacuum sealed to lock in that delicious flavor and juices
Our knives are sharper and always a cut above the rest!

Finest Selection of Exotic & Game Meats

We’ve searched the world over and the masters at Tillman’s Meats has made a wide variety of Exotic Meats available in-store and online.

Our line-up includes Elk, Bison, Kangaroo, Ostrich, Python, Black Bear, Yak, Venison, Rabbit, Veal, Goat, Lamb, Alligator, Goose, Cornish Hens, Duck and lots more.

Expert Smoking

We take smoking and seasoning very seriously - and very slowly. From smoked ribs and sausage to turkey and brisket, we have a variety of delicious smoked meats available in-store.

Our smoked brisket, ribs, sausage and turkeys are all brined to perfection in our old-fashioned brine, then hand rubbed with our unique blend of herbs and spices, and smoked to perfection using only sweet cherry-wood.

We smoke our in-house meats, sausages and jerky every day of the week to give you the best tasting smoked barbecue.

Unique Selection of Rubs & Spices

Along with our meats, we have a wide selection of our own Rubs & Spices.
Tillman’s unique marinades, spices and rubs hold up well for slow-roasting when long cooking times tend to kill the flavor of finely ground spices.

Our spices and rubs add delicious flavor when rubbed into steaks and rested overnight before cooking. Mix our spices and rubs into a marinade, or rub them right on dry or with a little oil, and you're ready to create your masterpiece!

Skillful Processing of Wild Game

As an added service, our highly trained butchers process wild game (deer, hogs, elk, alligator, birds etc). Call toll free 877-646-6979 for complete information. We also have sausage making supplies and equipment.

In-House Bakery

We also have an in-house bakery that makes fresh baked goodies made from scratch. We also fill special orders for pies, pound-cakes, cupcakes, cookies, bars and more for that special occasion.

A selection of local produce, smoking supplies, and other unique items are also available.

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What makes us better?

Tillman's Meats has been proudly serving the hunting community with wild game processing for over 40 years. No one beats us in skill, customer service and efficiency.
We are approved by both the USDA and Florida Department of Agriculture to custom process your prized wild game.
Our standards are higher and prices are better.
Each processing order is done one at a time. Orders are not mixed, but individually tracked and kept separate from other orders - to avoid cross-contamination. In doing this, you can ensure the cleanliness and integrity of your meat.
We offer the widest variety of processing options.

Our Team of Master Butchers

We have a very talented team of Master Butchers and Meat Cutters who are very knowledgeable in the craft. Our Master Butchers each have over 30 years experience, and with it comes highly skilled craftsmanship and the best quality game processing.
We process - Deer, Elk, Wild Turkey, Wild Hog, Antelope, Pheasant, Quail, Alligator, Poultry and much more!

Here are the rules:

Cleaned | Quartered | On Ice

Our butchers are easy to work with, they ask that when you bring your game, it is:

In an iced down cooler that keeps the meat below 41 degrees
Skinned, gutted, and quartered
Clean and free of all foreign debris and residue - including hair, bullets, arrowheads etc.

Always, bring your game to us in an iced down cooler - we always check receiving temperatures. Our butcher will receive and store your game in our freezer with a freezer bag for the period that we hold it. We don't keep coolers. When you return for pick-up, please come back with your iced cooler for safe and acceptable transportation back home.

It is very important to keep the temperature of the meat below 41 degrees to prevent decomposition, bacterial growth, and any contamination.

We do not keep coolers in our premises due to limited space and in order to meet and maintain acceptable storage temperatures of the game inside the cooler.

We Do It Your Way - the widest variety of services offered:

We'll take your instructions upon delivery and in case you don't know what to do, we'll happily offer suggestions and recommendations. We offer the following processing options:

Ground Meat
Ground Sausage
Linked Sausage
Smoked Sausage
Smoked Snack Sticks - Regular; Apple Maple; Jalapeno & Cheddar
Cubed Steaks
Medallions
Leg, Shoulder or Loin Chops
Roasts
Added beef or pork fat for better flavor, texture and consistency
Smoked Summer Sausage - Regular; Jalapeno & Cheddar
Fresh Jerky
Smoked Jerky
Stew Meat
Steaks
Ribs
Smoking & Vacuum Sealing (optional)

Sausage Flavors Offered:

Andouille
Kielbasa
Bratwurst
Cheddar Brats
Mild Italian & Hot Italian
Country Breakfast Sausage & Hot Country Breakfast Sausage
Chorizo
Jalapeno & Cheddar* (most popular option)

Cherry Wood Smoked

You have the option of having your game meats wood smoked!

This is especially a common request for sausage fans. Feel free to stop in and we’ll discuss what we can do to make your wild game a palate pleasing experience.

Contact us for further inquiries:

Call and chat with our butchers 904-268-1535 to discuss your processing options, prices etc. We also do on-site and on-farm visits for butchering services.

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