Ancestral Box
Ancestral Box
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A nutrient-dense collection of grass-fed beef cuts traditionally prized for strength, nourishment, and optimal health.
This Box Includes:
- 2 lbs grass-fed ground beef
- 4 lbs nutrient-dense Caveman Blend
- 2 Top Sirloin Steaks
- 2 bs Grass-Fed Beef Liver
- Pack of 2 Marrow and Collagen-rich Shanks
- Pack of Bone In Short Ribs
Details
Details
The Ancestral Box combines some of the most nutrient-dense cuts our farm offers, including grass-fed ground beef, our signature Caveman Blend, beef liver, top sirloin steaks, marrow-rich shanks, and bone-in short ribs. It's a simple way to enjoy a variety of traditional cuts prized for their flavor, versatility, and nourishment for generations.
ECC Angus Facts
ECC Angus Facts
- USDA Prime+ Graded Premium Angus Beef
- Dry-Aged for a minimum of 15 days
- No added flavors or ingredients
- Grass-fed & Finished
- No added mRNA's, hormones, or steroids
- Local to Lampasas, Texas
Cooking Tips
Cooking Tips
The Ancestral Box includes a variety of cuts that shine with different cooking methods. Grill or pan-sear the sirloin steaks to 130β135Β°F for medium-rare, brown ground beef and Caveman Blend for burgers, tacos, or skillet meals, and slow-cook the shanks and short ribs low and slow until fork tender. Beef liver is best cooked quickly over medium-high heat to preserve its tenderness and flavor. For more recipes, preparation tips, and ancestral meal inspiration, visit our Recipe Page.
Shipping
Shipping
Texas: Flat $17.50
Outside of Texas: $24.50
Orders $250+ ship for FREE!
Orders ship every Tuesday. Beef ships frozen, vacuum-sealed, and packed with ample dry ice. Tracking is sent via the email on your order when shipped.

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GRASS-FED & FINISHED
Most beef labeled "grass-fed" still ends with grain. Ours doesnβt. From birth to harvest, our cattle eat only native grassesβnever grain or industrial feed. Itβs beef the way nature intended.
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DRY-AGED FOR MAXIMUM FLAVOR
Every cut is dry-aged for a minimum of 15 days, naturally concentrating flavor and tenderness. That deep maroon color? Itβs a sign of real, properly aged beef.
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EXPERTLY BUTCHERED & HAND-PACKED
Our beef consistently earns USDA Primeβthe highest grade for marbling and tendernessβinspected and verified by the USDA at our local processor. Every cut is expertly hand-trimmed by skilled butchers right here in Texas.
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What makes our Angus beef superior?
- USDA Prime+ Graded Premium Angus Beef
- Dry-Aged for a minimum of 15 days
- No added flavors or ingredients
- Grass-fed & Finished
- No added mRNA's, hormones, or steroids
- Raised, Grazed, & Harvested in Lampasas, Texas
When will your order ship?
Our family ships out ordersΒ every Monday/Tuesday. The order cut off date for same week delivery isΒ the Sunday before midnight.
We use UPS for all deliveries. Our beef is shipped using either 1 or 2 day shipping to ensure it stays frozen.
Tracking: You will receive an email with tracking once your box is scanned and gets on the first truck.
Who are we?
Weβre the Elkins familyβfirst-generation ranchers who traded the corporate grind for Texas pastures and a mission to raise better beef. What started as a way to feed our own family clean, trustworthy meat has grown into something bigger: helping others reclaim food freedom, one box at a time. Every order is packed with purposeβby real people who care what youβre feeding your family.
How do we ship your beef?
Every cut is vacuum-sealed, flash-frozen, and packed with dry ice in an insulated box to ensure it arrives fresh. Our packaging is designed for long-term freezer storage and easy organization. Just pop it in the freezer when it arrives and thaw when you're ready to cook.
If you want to learn more, check out our FAQ page or email us at info@elkinscattleco.com and you'll hear back from a family member directly.
Need a Hand In the Kitchen?
Weβve rounded up some of our favorite recipes for your family to enjoy β even on the busiest nights.