Beef Grade 101: Why Beef Quality Matters! Blindfold Taste Test!

Does Beef grade matter? When shopping for steak, you’ll encounter labels like USDA Prime, USDA Choice, and USDA Select. These grades of beef are based on the amount of marbling (intramuscular fat) present in the meat, with Prime being the highest grade and most flavorful. USDA Choice is a great option for everyday grilling, while USDA Select is leaner and more affordable.

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[davekragness]

Your HGH Beef Rub is awesome! (I usually add some medium grind pepper) Used it on a 3 lb smoked and reverse seared tomahawk ribeye. Soooo good!

[geraldm]

Hey Todd! Excellent job with the grilling 👍

[vito]

I'll spring for prime when grilling but use choice for crock pot or over night smoke

[MrBullet]

I buy Select quite a bit from the store down the street. 2 ribeyes thawing out right now for the 4th actually.
My favorite method is the wash your sister sauce sauce and A1 thick /hearty marinade for an hour or so.

[sammiefranklin]

Todd get the Freebird Head Shaver and good job on the steaks!!!

[JulianKeller-omwz]

I've bought many choice steaks that could have graded prime. If you know your grades and what you are looking for, you can buy some pretty damn good choice steaks.

[hector]

Interesting experiment. I always wonder if it’s really worth it to get prime. Now I know. Thanks! 😉

[BigfootBBQ.]

Just found you. I like what you do. I'm doing a brisket for the 4th. I really like your channel.

[IkeTheth]

Interesting. So, choice is the way to go… at least for ribeyes, but certainly for NY strips I would imagine. Thanks ya’ll.

[Wattsonthegrill]

Love this. Cheers from BRANTFORD ONTARIO

[pacman_]

Impressive, she can tell the difference with 1 bite.

[botfoblhrp]

😅😅😅 omg i love this. perfect steaks, even if the one was cheap.

[SkinnerFarms]

I would have to agree 100 I made some prime steaks a while back and they melted in your mouth!!!

[geneseeboy]

Safety razors are the best value and quality.

[warpedphreak]

The "Prime" from Sam's or Costco is BARELY choice IF even past. So frankly, the "label" is total BS. Learn and use your eyes prior to cook

[Satire-Gaming]

not worth it, barely any difference in usda choice and prime.