Animal Tallows Guide
Not all tallow is beef tallow. Discover other animal fats including bison, lamb, duck, and more. Properties, uses, and where to source them.
8 Tallow Types
From bison and lamb to duck and goose, each animal fat has unique properties for cooking and crafting. Compare smoke points, flavors, and best uses to find the right tallow for your kitchen.
Bison Tallow
Bison tallow is leaner with a milder taste. It has a similar smoke point but a slightly softer texture. Many prefer it f...
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Lamb Tallow
Lamb tallow has a more distinctive flavor that some find gamey. It's softer than beef tallow and has a slightly lower sm...
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Deer Tallow
Deer tallow is harder and has a higher melting point than beef tallow. It's leaner and can have a gamey taste. Often mix...
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Bear Tallow
Bear fat is much softer than beef tallow, closer to lard in texture. The flavor varies dramatically based on what the be...
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Duck Fat
Duck fat is softer and has a lower smoke point than beef tallow. It has a more pronounced savory flavor. Often preferred...
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Goose Fat
Goose fat is softer and richer-tasting than beef tallow. It's the traditional fat for British roast potatoes. Has a lowe...
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Pork Fat / Lard
Lard is softer than beef tallow and has a neutral flavor (especially leaf lard). It makes flakier pastries. Lower smoke ...
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Elk Tallow
Elk tallow is leaner and firmer than beef tallow. It has a milder flavor than deer. Lower yields when rendering due to t...
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