The result of smoking the best pepperoni we could find is a marvelous combination of medium spicy heat and mellow smoke from our corn cob and maple wood glowing embers. This smoke mellows and complements the punch of the spicy pepperoni. VTSC smoked pepperoni is less oily than most pepperonis, and customers remark on it as nicely dry and non oily, it seems less fatty. VTSC Smoked Pepperoni is shelf stable (requires no refrigeration) for six months until opened. So, it travels great in your backpack, to camp, or in a picnic basket. Pairs well with strong flavored cheeses. The result is a pepperoni that excites your mouth and dares you to eat the whole thing. But dont savor it so you can slice it onto your pizza or into your sandwich, sprinkle dices into your eggs, or just top your favorite cracker.