Where to Buy a Smoked Turkey – A Guide to the Best Places

Robertson’s smoked turkey and turkey breast are fully cooked, but here is how to get the best flavor.

Whole Turkeys are Cured with: Water, Salt, Sugar, Sodium Phosphates, Flavoring, Monosodium Glutamate, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite.

Turkey Breast ingredients: Turkey Breast, Water, Salt, Sugar, Spices, Sodium Phosphates, Garlic Powder, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite.

A smoked turkey makes for an amazing centerpiece to any holiday meal or large gathering. The smoky flavor and moist, tender meat is far superior to a basic roast turkey. But where can you buy a high-quality pre-smoked turkey? Here are the best places to purchase smoked turkeys for your next special occasion.

Grocery Store Deli Counters

Many grocery store deli counters, especially at higher end chains, offer complete smoked turkeys around the holidays. These are fully cooked, ready to simply reheat and serve. Look for brands like Jennie-O, Butterball, and Shady Brook at stores like:

Whole Foods
Kroger
Albertsons
HEB
Wegmans
Publix

Grocery store smoked turkeys range from about $50-100 depending on weight and are sold cold right from the deli case. Get them a day or two before serving.

Warehouse Clubs

Bulk shopping outlets like Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s sell large packaged smoked turkeys perfect for feeding a crowd. Expect brands like Kirkland and Member’s Mark. Price per pound is very reasonable at warehouse clubs.

For example, at Costco a 13 lb Kirkland Signature Smoked Turkey is $2.99/lb for just $38.87 total. Grab a smoked turkey along with party platters, sides, and desserts for a complete holiday spread from your warehouse club.

Specialty Meat Markets

Local high-end butcher shops and meat markets are another excellent place to purchase a ready-to-eat smoked turkey. They offer hormone-free turkeys smoked in-house in a variety of flavorful rubs like lemon herb applewood or mesquite. Expect to pay a premium price for quality.

The personalized service at specialty meat shops allows you to order exactly the size bird you need. Lead time may be required around busy holidays. Seek out the best butcher in your area.

Mail Order Smoked Turkeys

For the absolute best quality smoked turkeys shipped right to your door, order from a mail order smoker company. Top mail order turkey providers include:

HoneyBaked Ham
Burgers’ Smokehouse
Wright Brand Bacon
D’Artagnan

Mail order turkeys range from $100-300 depending on size and are shipped frozen Order 1-2 weeks ahead to allow thaw and reheat time Going mail order guarantees a juicy, flavorful smoked turkey.

Things to Look for When Buying a Smoked Turkey

No matter where you purchase your smoked turkey. look for

Reputable brand name provider
No added hormones or preservatives
Good source of protein and fat content
Properly sealed with no tears or freezer burn
Clear reheating instructions

Enjoy Your Amazing Smoked Turkey!

A smoked turkey takes any meal to the next level of flavor. Shop your local grocery store, warehouse club, specialty market or order online to find the perfect pre-smoked turkey for your upcoming gathering. Follow proper handling, thawing and reheating and your guests will rave about your delicious smoked turkey!

where to buy a smoked turkey

Where To Buy Smoked Turkey

FAQ

When you buy smoked turkey is it already cooked?

Butterball Smoked Whole Turkeys are fully cooked and ready to eat. They can be used in recipes calling for cooked turkey without prior heating. The pink color of the meat comes from smoking and curing and is not a sign of undercooked meat.

Who makes Costco smoked turkey?

Whole Smoked Turkey Our smoking process gives your turkey the most natural flavor and texture you’ve ever tasted in a fully cooked turkey. It’s plump and juicy and ready to be the centerpiece of your family’s special dinner! Our Whole Smoked Turkey by Stevison Meat Co is sold exclusively at Costco.