Is Buck meat better than doe?
Unless the meat is tainted or spoiled, it all makes good hamburger or jerky. Beware of Old Does. I’ve heard some hunters claim that “does taste better than bucks.” That’s not inherently true. A mature doe that’s spent a summer nursing fawns is about the toughest, stringiest deer in the woods.
Is Buck meat tougher than a doe?
Bucks killed during or after the rut can be gamey or tough. In my experience, doe meat is more tender than buck meat. I’m not a huge fan a venison in general (I prefer elk) but I personally think doe tastes better. But like parabox1 said, where the animal is harvested and it’s diet has a pretty big effect on taste.
Does male or female deer taste better?
We agreed it all tasted equally good, whether it was born male or female, or ate mostly crops or natural forage. We also agreed that quality venison is all about taking good care of the deer from the time you aim your shot to the time you eat its final slice of tenderloin.
What age deer tastes the best?
You’re best bet is to nab a younger buck — anywhere from a year to two years old — if you want tender venison to fill your freezer.
Does deer taste better than Buck?
Administrator. As far as what tastes better, I have found that “your” deer is always better tasting then “someone else’s” deer. Really though, there is no difference in quality based on sex. Age may be a factor but I think it is more a factor of diet and handling in the field.
What is the best tasting deer?
Axis deer are generally considered by most hunters to be the best-tasting game meat.
What deer taste the best?
What deer has the best meat?
Axis deer
Axis deer are generally considered by most hunters to be the best-tasting game meat.
What tastes better whitetail or mule?
I don’t discern much difference in taste between the two and feel a good mule deer is every bit as good eating as a whitetail. The only thing I have noticed is that in the rut, mule deer bucks seem to be gamier smelling than a whitetail buck and the meat can be stronger tasting when they are rutting hard.
How long should you hang a deer?
The deer stiffens during rigor mortis in the 24 hours after being killed. If it is processed during this time, the muscles shorten and contract causing the meat to become tough. You should let your deer hang for 2 to 4 days at minimum before processing to avoid this.
Why does deer taste gamey?
The ‘wild’ flavor of venison is directly related to what the animal eats. Corn fed deer will have a milder flavor than those that eat acorns or sage. The ‘gamey’ flavor is more noticeable in the fat. Removing the fat, connective tissue, silver skin, bone and hair during processing lessens the ‘gamey’ taste.
Why is deer meat gamey?