Spoiler alert: because no one ever said no to a snack with attitude You’re about to host an epic hangout… but what are you serving? Your friends are coming over.You’ve got cold beers, music playing, couch ready.But you’re missing the soul of the gathering: a snack that’s easy, mess-free, and screams:“We’re here to chill, not to impress.” Our advice?Tear open…

Spoiler: it’s not up for debate — it’s something you taste. The West Texas dilemma: lots of jerky, not much greatness. If you’re from Odessa, Midland, or anywhere across West Texas, you know beef jerky isn’t just a snack. It’s culture. It’s fuel. It’s identity. And that’s why the question matters:What’s the best beef jerky around here?Not the most expensive.Not…