10 g protein, 70 calories
Turkey Jerky at Starbucks
The jerky in the Starbucks snack basket, explained: what is in it, how it stacks up as a protein snack, what else Country Archer (Archer) makes, and how to make hickory smoked turkey jerky in your oven.
Quick answer. Country Archer Hickory Smoked Turkey Jerky is lean turkey breast marinated in gluten-free tamari, brown sugar and pineapple juice, with hickory smoke flavor. Per 1 oz serving it has 70 calories, 10 g of protein and 0.5 g of fat, according to Country Archer. Starbucks sells it as a grab-and-go snack at many stores.
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 10 g
Checked October 2026.
What’s in the Bag
Country Archer lists these ingredients, in order:
- Turkey breast
- Gluten-free tamari soy sauce
- Brown sugar
- Garlic powder
- Pineapple juice
- Liquid smoke
- Organic Worcestershire sauce
- Black pepper
Taste and texture: sweet-savory and smoky, with a soft, tender chew rather than a hard, brittle bite. The pineapple juice and brown sugar keep it on the sweeter side; the pepper adds a gentle finish.
Nutrition
| Per 1 oz (28 g) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 70 |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Total fat | 0.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g (added) |
| Sodium | 290 mg |
That works out to about 14 g of protein per 100 calories (our calculation), one of the leanest protein snacks you can grab at Starbucks. Country Archer markets it as certified gluten-free, paleo and made without artificial preservatives.
How it compares with other Starbucks protein picks
| Item | Protein | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Country Archer Turkey Jerky (1 oz) | 10 g | 70 |
| Cheese Trio Protein Box | 20 g | 520 |
| Apples & Cheese Trio Protein Box | 22 g | 470 |
| Iced Sugar-Free Caramel Protein Matcha (Grande) | 31 g | 210 |
Pair a bag with a protein drink, like the Caramel Protein Matcha, or see all the boxes in our Starbucks protein box page. The full snack lineup is on our Starbucks food menu.
About Country Archer (Archer)
Country Archer is a family-founded jerky company based in San Bernardino, California, now often branded simply as Archer or Country Archer Provisions. Its lineup includes beef and turkey jerky, grass-fed and zero-sugar beef jerky, and beef and turkey meat sticks (full-size and mini). Popular flavors include original, mango habanero and spicy sesame garlic. You will find them in grocery stores, warehouse clubs and online, as well as at Starbucks.
- Not the same as Archer Farms: Archer Farms is Target’s house brand, unrelated to Country Archer.
- Beef sticks vs. jerky: meat sticks are ground, seasoned and cased like a snack sausage; jerky is whole-muscle meat that is marinated and dried.
Homemade Hickory Smoked Turkey Jerky
This oven recipe uses the same flavor building blocks as the bag: tamari, brown sugar, pineapple, Worcestershire, garlic, pepper and hickory smoke.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless turkey breast, partly frozen for easy slicing
- ¼ cup (60 ml) gluten-free tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (hickory)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper
Instructions
- Slice. Trim any fat and slice the turkey ¼ inch (6 mm) thick across the grain for a tender chew, or with the grain for a chewier strip.
- Marinate. Whisk the tamari, brown sugar, pineapple juice, Worcestershire, liquid smoke, garlic powder and pepper. Add the turkey, seal and refrigerate 6 to 24 hours.
- Dry. Heat the oven to its lowest setting, about 170–175°F (77–80°C). Pat the strips dry, lay them on a wire rack over a lined sheet without touching, and dry 3 to 4 hours with the oven door slightly propped open, until dry and bendable but not brittle.
- Make it safe. The USDA recommends poultry jerky reach 165°F (74°C). After drying, bake the strips at 275°F (135°C) for 10 minutes, or check thick pieces with a thermometer.
- Cool and store. Cool completely on the rack, blot any surface oil and pack in an airtight container. Makes about 5 to 6 oz of jerky.
Tips, swaps and storage
- Freeze 30 to 45 minutes before slicing for thin, even strips.
- Dehydrator: dry at 160–165°F for 4 to 6 hours, then finish in a 275°F oven for 10 minutes for poultry safety.
- Spicy: add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the marinade.
- Lower sugar: halve the brown sugar; the jerky will be more savory.
- Storage: airtight at cool room temperature up to 1 week, in the fridge up to 1 month, or frozen for several months. Any sign of mold means toss it.
Watch: Country Archer Hickory Smoke Turkey Jerky Taste Test
FAQs
What is the Country Archer Hickory Smoked Turkey Jerky at Starbucks?
A grab-and-go turkey jerky from California brand Country Archer, sold in the snack section at many Starbucks stores. It is turkey breast marinated in gluten-free tamari, brown sugar and pineapple juice, then smoked with hickory flavor.
How much protein is in Country Archer turkey jerky?
10 g of protein per 1 oz (28 g) serving, with 70 calories, according to Country Archer.
Is Country Archer turkey jerky healthy?
It is lean and high in protein (10 g for 70 calories) with only 0.5 g of fat per ounce. It does have 4 g of added sugar and 290 mg of sodium per ounce, so it fits best as a snack rather than an all-day nibble.
Is it gluten-free?
Country Archer says its Hickory Smoke Turkey Jerky is certified gluten-free; it uses gluten-free tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
Is Country Archer the same as Archer Farms?
No. Country Archer (also sold as Archer and Country Archer Provisions) is an independent jerky and meat-stick brand. Archer Farms is Target’s store brand.
What other Country Archer snacks are there?
The brand makes beef jerky (including grass-fed and zero-sugar lines), turkey jerky, and beef and turkey meat sticks in full-size and mini versions, in flavors such as original, mango habanero and spicy sesame garlic. Availability varies by store.
How long does homemade turkey jerky last?
Store it airtight at cool room temperature for up to 1 week, in the fridge for up to 1 month, or in the freezer for several months.
Jerky nutrition and ingredients are from Country Archer; Starbucks item nutrition is from starbucks.com (October 2026). Availability and prices vary by store. Jerky safety guidance follows USDA recommendations. starbukmenu.com is not affiliated with Starbucks Corporation or Country Archer.
