KW Deer Processing

KW Deer Processing is a family-owned deer processor located in Bloomington, Indiana that has served local hunters for over 37 years. They do everything from basic butchering to in-house smoked and cooked products.

Standard processing includes tenderloin chops, bone-in and boneless roasts, steaks, burger, with stew meat and ribs available upon request. All finish cuts (except bone-in roasts) are deboned, tenderized, and trimmed of fat and sinew, and cuts can be packaged to suit individual preferences. Each deer is processed individually, ensuring that your receive the same meat you harvested.

They also offer on-site deer state check-in services and can assist with taxidermy arrangements.

Processing timelines are efficient, though specific seasonal demands may add additional processing time. It is advisable for hunters to contact KW Deer Processing directly during peak hunting season for the most accurate timelines, cost, hours, and drop-off instructions.

Optional services and product options include:

• Stew meat (by request)

• Ribs (by request)

• Custom burger seasoning

• Mixing customer-provided bacon, ground beef, or other additions into burger

• Caping for taxidermy

• Coordination with taxidermy service

Smoked and specialty products include:

• Summer sausage

• Summer sausage with cheddar cheese

• Jalapeño and cheese sausage

• Jalapeño and hot pepper cheese sausage

• Texas link spicy bratwurst

• Breakfast sausage (hot or mild)

• Jerky (hot or mild)

User Experiences & Reviews

Positive Reviews

The staff has been described as knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful and give customers guidance throughout the processing experience.  Customers have also noted quick turnaround times.

Criticism

A few customers mentioned concerns regarding pricing, suggesting that the costs could be clearer upfront.