Boar’s Head liverwurst, a once-beloved deli meat, is being discontinued due to a listeria outbreak and subsequent product recall. The company has identified the root cause of the contamination as a specific production process used only for liverwurst at their Jarratt facility in Virginia. As a result, Boar’s Head has made the decision to permanently discontinue liverwurst.
Liverwurst, an emulsified sausage of German origin made from pork liver and other organs mixed with spices, has fallen out of favor in recent years. It was once a popular lunch ingredient and was often sliced into sandwiches for a quick boxed lunch. However, it seems that liverwurst has become increasingly unpopular and hard to find.
In New York City, one foodie outlet reported that liverwurst is one of the least popular sandwich options available. The author searched for liverwurst sandwiches at five different Manhattan delis this year but found that none of them carried it. Liverwurst seemed oddly old-fashioned even 30 years ago.
Liverwurst enjoyed some popularity during World War II but lost its appeal when it became rationed at seven points per pound. Despite its decline in popularity over the years, there are still some who enjoy this unique flavor. One Reddit user expressed their love for liverwurst sandwiches and questioned why it receives so much hate.
while Boar’s Head discontinuing its liverwurst may be disappointing news for some fans of this deli meat, it reflects the changing tastes and preferences of consumers in recent times.
