{"product_id":"premium-natural-hog-casings-1-hank","title":"Premium Natural Hog Casings, 1 Hank","description":"\u003cp\u003ePremium Natural Hog Casings, 1 Hank are the traditional choice for making fresh, smoked, and cooked sausage with an authentic bite, texture, and appearance. The edible hank of sausage casings is packed in purified salt for long shelf life and is designed for smooth stuffing, strong performance, and dependable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach full hank of hog casing contains approximately 90 yards of casing and is available in multiple sizes to match your recipe, link style, and stuffed diameter. Whether you’re making bratwurst, Italian sausage, breakfast sausage, Polish links, pepperoni, or rope sausage, choosing the right size helps improve stuffing control, texture, and final presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlush and soak before use, keep refrigerated, and select the casing diameter that best fits the sausage you want to make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Right Casing Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e29–32mm Natural Hog Casings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for Italian sausage, bratwurst, and country breakfast sausage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffed diameter: approximately 1 1\/8\"–1 1\/4\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate casing needed per 1 lb. of meat: 2.5 feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate stuffing capacity per hank: 70 lbs.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA good all-purpose option for smaller fresh links and classic homemade sausage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e32–35mm Natural Hog Casings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for large bratwurst, Italian sausage, and rope sausage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffed diameter: approximately 1 1\/4\"–1 3\/8\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate casing needed per 1 lb. of meat: 2 feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate stuffing capacity per hank: 80 lbs.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA popular choice for traditional bratwurst and medium-large fresh sausage links.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e35–38mm Natural Hog Casings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for larger Polish sausage, Italian link sausage, pepperoni, knockwurst, and rope sausage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffed diameter: approximately 1.3\"–1.5\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate casing needed per 1 lb. of meat: 1.3–1.5 feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate stuffing capacity per hank: 200–220 lbs.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal when you want a larger link with a hearty bite and strong casing performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e38–42mm Natural Hog Casings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for large Polish sausage, Italian link sausage, pepperoni, knockwurst, and rope sausage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffed diameter: approximately 1.5\"–1.65\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate casing needed per 1 lb. of meat: 1–1.3 feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate stuffing capacity per hank: 230–280 lbs.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA strong choice for larger-diameter sausage that needs dependable stuffing and hanging strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull hank hog casing is approximately 90 yards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible natural hog casings packed in purified salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessed to support tensile strength, inner-wall durability, and hanging strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to reduce bursting during stuffing and smoking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal pinholes for smoother, frustration-free stuffing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhiskers removed for a cleaner appearance and better handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for hand-crank, motorized, and hydraulic sausage stuffers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf-stable when properly salted, but must be stored under refrigeration for best quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe also offer a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sausagemaker.com\/product\/29-32mm-1-1-8-1-1-4-pretubed-natural-hog-casings\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePretubed Natural Hog Casing\u003c\/a\u003e option for faster loading and easier stuffing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Prepare Natural Casings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove only the approximate amount of casing needed for your batch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the casings in a clean, food-safe bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse casings of salt under cool running water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlush the inside of each casing with cool water to help with smooth stuffing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak casings smaller than 42mm in cool water for about 2 hours in the refrigerator before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor larger casings (\u0026gt;42mm): place a bowl of the beef bung, middles, and rounds in the refrigerator to soak overnight before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional for odor control: add 1\/2 tsp. baking soda per cup of soaking water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional for tenderness: add a squeeze of lemon juice or 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to the soaking water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter soaking, load the casing onto your stuffing tube and begin stuffing at a steady, controlled pace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Refrigeration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep natural hog casings refrigerated until ready to use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not freeze natural casings, as freezing can weaken the casing and cause more blowouts after thawing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalted casings may produce a strong odor if left unrefrigerated for too long; this is normal and usually subsides once returned to the refrigerator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter opening, repack unused casings in purified salt, seal tightly, and refrigerate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural casings cannot be shipped outside the United States.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll natural casings are non-refundable and non-returnable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCasing capacity may vary depending on meat density, link size, loop length, and how tightly the casing is filled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Casings 101\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Not sure which size is best for your recipe? Read our guide to natural sausage casings and casing types here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sausagemaker.com\/sausage-casings-101\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSausage Casings 101\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=iEtbNfKwi9o\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for more information on what type of natural casing to use. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sausagemaker.com\/product-category\/casings\/natural\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e for additional sizes and types of natural casings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e*Casing capacity depends on meat\/fill density, size\/lengths of links or loops, and how tightly the casings are being filled.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sausage Maker","offers":[{"title":"29-32 mm","offer_id":48669820780683,"sku":"17-1026","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32-35 mm","offer_id":48669820813451,"sku":"17-1027","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"35-38 mm","offer_id":48669820846219,"sku":"17-1028","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38-42 mm","offer_id":48669820878987,"sku":"17-1029","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/7444\/5707\/files\/Whole-Hank-Hog-Casing-Main-Img-1-min.jpg?v=1762274639","url":"https:\/\/sausagemaker.com\/products\/premium-natural-hog-casings-1-hank","provider":"The Sausage Maker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}