Denver | 100% Fullblood Wagyu & Fullblood Reserve
$37.50
100% Fullblood Wagyu Denver Steak
The insider butcher’s best-kept secret, elevated to the pinnacle of luxury. Carved from the center of the chuck primal, the Denver steak is celebrated for possessing the deep, rich beef flavor of a ribeye paired with a velvety, fork-tender texture that rivals the tenderloin. When sourced from pure, uncrossed 100% Fullblood Wagyu, this cut transforms into a silky, melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece laced with dense webs of low-melting intramuscular fat.
Every bite releases a rich, sweet umami aroma and luxurious juiciness that has quickly made the Denver a favorite among executive chefs and discerning steak lovers alike.
Choose Your Marbling Tier
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100% Fullblood (BMS 6–8): Far beyond the limits of USDA Prime, this tier delivers rich, intricate ribbons of pure Wagyu fat woven throughout a remarkably tender grain. It offers a decadent, buttery mouthfeel while preserving just enough texture for a satisfying, succulent bite.
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Fullblood Reserve (BMS 9–12): Our rarest, highest-echelon grade on par with authentic Japanese A5 standards. Spiderwebs of delicate, ultra-fine marbling disperse through every millimeter of the steak. The fat renders almost instantly at low heat, creating a transcendent, fork-tender experience that dissolves effortlessly across the tongue.
The Denver Cut & The Fullblood Advantage
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The Prized Serratus Ventralis: Carved from a heavily marbled, lightly worked muscle in the chuck underblade, the Denver ranks as the fourth most tender cut on the entire steer—yet carries far more natural beef flavor than a traditional filet.
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100% Pure Japanese Lineage: Free from any crossbreeding, preserving the centuries-old genetics that produce extraordinary levels of oleic acid (healthy monounsaturated fats) with an ultra-low melting point (75°F–80°F).
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Sweet Umami Depth: Because pure Fullblood Wagyu fat renders cleanly at lower cooking temperatures, each slice delivers a smooth, clean mouthfeel with zero greasiness and a lingering, sweet finish.
Specifications
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Cut: Boneless Denver Steak (Center-Cut Chuck Flap)
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Genetics: 100% Fullblood Wagyu (Purebred Japanese lineage, raised in Texas)
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Grading Options: 100% Fullblood (BMS 6–8) | Fullblood Reserve (BMS 9–12)
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Packaging: Individually vacuum-sealed, flash-frozen
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Shipping: Delivered rock-solid in a heavy-duty insulated cooler with dry ice
Chef’s Searing Guide
Due to its dense, fine-grained marbling, the 100% Fullblood Denver is best enjoyed with a blistering exterior sear and a delicate medium-rare center.
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Thaw & Temper: Thaw completely in the refrigerator over 24 hours. Set on the counter for 20 minutes before cooking to remove the refrigerator chill.
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Season Simply: Pat thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season lightly with flaky sea salt or G5 SPG right before hitting the pan—the cut’s natural sweetness needs very little enhancement.
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High-Heat Sear: Heat a dry, heavy cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until lightly smoking. You do not need cooking oil; simply glide a spoonful of G5 Wagyu Beef Tallow (or a trimmed piece of fat) across the pan to coat.
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Quick Cook: Sear for 2 to 2.5 minutes per side, creating a dark, caramelized crust while targeting an internal temperature of 130°F–135°F. Cooking past medium-rare can cause the delicate marbling to render out completely.
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Rest & Carve: Rest on a warm board for 5 minutes. Slice across the grain into thin medallions and serve immediately.