Let’s say the quiet part out loud: We’re experimenting. Grain-Finished American Akaushi  is a limited Special Release at Hi Bräu Beef. It’s not an “On Tap” breed. It’s not guaranteed year-round. It will sell out. It will disappear. It may come back. That’s the nature of doing craft beef the right way. what is american akaushi? American Akaushi is a 50/50 cross of Angus and Akaushi (Japanese Brown / Red Wagyu genetics) . What does that mean for your plate? Heavy, visible intramuscular marbling...

If you’ve been paying attention to the beef industry lately, you’ve probably noticed the headlines: beef prices are up, the U.S. cattle herd is shrinking, and it’s getting harder to find high-quality beef at a fair price. So, what’s really going on behind the scenes, and what does it mean for your next steak dinner? Let’s break it down.

When winter hits and the green pastures go dormant, the feeding routine changes, but the commitment to quality at Hi Brau Beef doesn’t. Instead of just tossing hay into a ring and calling it a day, we use a method called bale grazing: a smarter, more sustainable way to feed cattle during the colder months while improving the soil beneath their hooves.