1849 Tri-Tip Meat Marinade – Crafted Specifically for Tri-Tip

Bring authentic Western flavor to your grill with 1849 Tri-Tip Meat Marinade, a savory all-natural marinade specially crafted for tri-tip, sirloin tips, porterhouse steaks, T-bones, and other premium cuts of beef.

Unlike generic marinades, 1849 Tri-Tip Meat Marinade was developed specifically to penetrate deep into beef, delivering rich flavor while helping create a tender, juicy finished product. Made with soy sauce, red wine vinegar, sherry wine, garlic, spices, and papaya extract, this balanced blend enhances the natural flavor of the meat without overpowering it.

Perfect for grilling, smoking, roasting, or searing, this versatile marinade also works beautifully on chicken, pork, and vegetables. Whether you're preparing a backyard barbecue, a competition-worthy smoker feast, or a weeknight steak dinner, 1849 Tri-Tip Meat Marinade delivers the bold, savory flavor that beef lovers crave.

Inspired by the spirit of the American West and the traditions of 1849, this classic marinade honors a time when all-natural ingredients weren't a marketing claim—they were simply the way food was made.

Made for Tri-Tip. Great on All Beef.

1. Made Specifically for Tri-Tip

Formulated to complement the unique texture and flavor of tri-tip, sirloin tips, porterhouse steaks, T-bones, and other premium cuts of beef.

2. Deep, Savory Flavor

A rich blend of soy sauce, red wine vinegar, sherry wine, garlic, and spices penetrates deeply to enhance every bite.

3. Natural Meat Tenderizer

Contains papaya extract, a natural source of tenderizing enzymes that help improve texture and juiciness.

4. Perfect for Grilling, Smoking & Roasting

Ideal for backyard barbecues, pellet smokers, charcoal grills, gas grills, ovens, and cast-iron cooking.

5. Versatile Beyond Beef

Excellent on chicken, pork, vegetables, kabobs, and more whenever bold, savory flavor is desired.

Size: 12 ounces (354 ml)

Ingredients: Soy sauce, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt, sherry wine, canola oil, spices, garlic, papaya extract, citric acid, caramel color, xanthan gum.

Nutrition Facts: Serving size: 1 tbsp, Servings/container: 24. Amounts per serving: Calories 10, Total Fat 0g, Sodium 450mg (19%DV), Total Carbs 2g, Fiber 0g, Sugars 2g, Protein 0g. Percent Daily Value (DV) based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What cuts of meat is this marinade designed for?

A: It was specifically created for tri-tip and sirloin tips, but also performs exceptionally well on porterhouse steaks, T-bones, ribeyes, flank steak, brisket, and other beef cuts.

Q: How long should I marinate my meat?

A: For best results, marinate for at least 2 hours. Overnight marinating (8–24 hours) provides deeper flavor penetration, especially for larger cuts like tri-tip.

Q: Does this marinade tenderize meat?

A: Yes. It contains papain, a papaya extract, a natural tenderizer that helps improve tenderness while adding flavor.

Q: Can I use it on chicken or pork?

A: Of course. While designed for beef, many customers enjoy it on chicken, pork chops, pork tenderloin, and even grilled vegetables.

Q: Does it contain MSG?

A: No. 1849 Tri-Tip Meat Marinade contains no added MSG.

Q: Is it spicy?

A: No. The flavor profile is savory, rich, and balanced rather than hot or spicy.

Q: Can I use it in a smoker?

A: Absolutely. It is excellent for smoking tri-tip, brisket, steaks, and other meats where deep flavor development is desired.