eli5: Why Does Organic Beef Seem Gamey?

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If it’s because of lack of antibiotics, how does this work and why can’t we feed them something else that makes them less gamey? Also curious how aging affects it, as funk and game may not be the best combo.

Thanks in advance.

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Grass fed beef tastes gamey because that’s the flavor that grazing on grass gives to animals.

A lot of grass fed beef in the US is “grain finished” meaning they switch the cattle to a grain diet to intentionally reduce the gamey flavor shortly before they are slaughtered.

The funky flavor likely means it’s healthier for you and lived a happier life, too.

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