Boar’s Head Deli Meats and Cheeses

Discovery of Quality: The Boar’s Head Legacy

Boar's Head Brand originated in the New York City area in 1905. It began when Frank Brunckhorst started delivering hams to local delicatessens. Dissatisfied with the quality of products available at the time, he sought to create a brand that adhered to high standards, eventually establishing the Boar's Head name as a hallmark of premium deli meats and cheeses. For over a century, the brand has remained family-owned and operated, ensuring that its original commitment to uncompromising quality is preserved across generations.

Manufacturing and Operational Excellence

Most Boar's Head products are manufactured within the United States, utilizing facilities in states such as New York, Virginia, Arkansas, and Michigan. The company maintains strict control over its supply chain, avoiding the use of fillers, by-products, or artificial colors in many of its core lines. This dedication to traditional preparation methods has allowed Boar's Head to grow from a local distributor to a national leader in the premium deli market, available in high-end grocery stores and independent delicatessens across the country.

Brand Ownership and Structure

Boar's Head is currently owned by the descendants of Frank Brunckhorst and his partner, Bruno Bischoff. The corporate entity, known as Frank Brunckhorst Co., LLC, is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. Unlike many of its competitors who have been acquired by large multinational food conglomerates, Boar's Head has remained a private, family-held entity. This independence allows the company to maintain its long-term focus on product integrity and brand prestige without the pressures of public shareholder demands.