Conecuh Sausage
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| Type | Private |
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| Industry | Food processing |
| Founded | 1947 |
| Website | conecuhsausage |
| Type | Sausage |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Evergreen, Conecuh County, Alabama |
| Associated cuisine | Cuisine of the Southern United States |
| Main ingredients | Ground pork |
Conecuh Sausage is a brand of hickory smoked pork sausage made in Conecuh County, Alabama.
History
Conecuh Sausage was first created by Henry Sessions, who founded the company Sessions Quick Freeze in 1947.[1][2] Sessions initially founded the company as a meat locker but later began producing smoked meats including Conecuh sausage.[3] The sausage became a local staple, and is the center of a sausage festival held annually in Evergreen, Alabama.[1] In 2015, the company produced between 30,000 and 40,000 pounds of sausage each day.[4]
In 2021, the company opened a gift shop located near Evergreen on Interstate 65.[5]
In 2024, the company announced the construction of a second production facility in Andalusia.[6]
Products
The company produces pork sausage made with natural hog or sheep sausage casing. The meat is mixed with a secret seasoning and smoked over hickory wood. The sausage comes in Original, Spicy and Hot, Cracked Black Pepper, Cajun, and All-Natural (which is made without MSG). In addition to sausage, the company also produces bacon, ham, turkey, hot dogs, and grilling seasonings.[7] Conecuh is distributed nationally by Amazon, Walmart, Sam's Club, Publix, Costco, and local retailers.[8][7]
In 2026, Jack's added a Conecuh sausage dog to their menu.[9]
See also
References
- 1 2 Sedghi, Sarra (2022-10-24). "Why Alabama's Conecuh Sausage Has a Cult Following". Eater. Retrieved 2023-06-21.
- ↑ "6 Southern Chefs On Why They Love Conecuh Sausage—And You Should, Too". Southern Living. Retrieved 2023-06-21.
- ↑ Pierce, Phil (2021-12-26). "Smoked in Alabama: Sausage companies linked by pride in their process, products". Alabama News Center. Retrieved 2023-06-21.
- ↑ "This Tiny Town in Alabama Is Home to Some of the Best Sausage in America". Allrecipes. Retrieved 2023-06-21.
- ↑ Wilson, Mary Johns (2023). 100 Things to Do in Alabama Before You Die (2nd ed.). St. Louis, Missouri: Reedy Press. p. 2. ISBN 9781681064208.
- ↑ "Conecuh Sausage To Open Second Facility In Alabama". Businessfacilities.com. Retrieved 3 June 2026.
- 1 2 Velasco, Eric. "Cooking with Conecuh: The story behind Alabama's favorite sausage and how to cook with it". SoulGrown. Retrieved 3 June 2026.
- ↑ Ogletree, Kelsey. "Why Conecuh Sausage Is A Favorite Of These Southern Chefs". Southern Living. Retrieved 3 June 2026.
- ↑ Sutton, Amber (May 18, 2026). "Popular fast food chain adds beloved Alabama food to its menu, here's how you can try it for $1". al.com. Retrieved 3 June 2026.