About this Cut

The Stone Axe Wagyu 16oz Ribeye is the ultimate indulgence for steak lovers, featuring intense marbling that delivers a rich, buttery flavor and unparalleled tenderness in every bite. This cut is renowned for its juicy, melt-in-your-mouth texture and deep, savory notes, making it a standout on any dinner table. The ribeye’s natural fattiness ensures a luxurious eating experience, with each slice bursting with umami and succulence.

Cooking Method: For best results, season simply with coarse salt and fresh black pepper, then sear over high heat or grill for 2-3 minutes on each side to achieve a caramelized crust. Let rest before serving.

Recommended Temperature: For medium-rare, 130–135°F (54–57°C).

Stone Axe Australian Wagyu

Stone Axe Australian Wagyu represents the pinnacle of premium beef, renowned for its exceptional quality, purity, and award-winning pedigree. Raised in the pristine high country of New South Wales and Victoria, Stone Axe cattle are 100% Full Blood Japanese Black Wagyu-preserving the original Japanese genetics that are the foundation of the world’s finest beef. These cattle are raised without artificial growth hormones and are fed high-quality Australian produce for a minimum of 450 days, resulting in beef with extraordinary marbling, tenderness, and a rich, buttery flavor profile. Stone Axe Wagyu has earned back-to-back Grand Championships at the Wagyu Branded Beef Awards and continues to set the standard for luxury beef with its signature melt-in-your-mouth texture and depth of flavor.

What sets Stone Axe apart from other beef programs is its uncompromising focus on Full Blood Wagyu genetics and strict adherence to Japanese breeding standards. Unlike American Wagyu, which is typically a crossbreed (often 50% Wagyu and 50% Angus) and offers a more robust, beefy flavor with less marbling, Stone Axe delivers the delicate, intricate marbling and umami-rich taste that true Wagyu connoisseurs seek. Compared to regular Australian Wagyu, which often involves crossbreeding and shorter feeding cycles, Stone Axe’s Full Blood lineage and extended feeding produce a more refined and luxurious eating experience. While Japanese Wagyu is famed for its intense marbling and ultra-rich flavor, Stone Axe offers a balanced, approachable profile that combines the best of Japanese tradition with the purity and sustainability of Australian farming, making it one of the most sought-after and celebrated beef programs in the world.

9+ Beef Marbling Score

A 9+ BMS (Beef Marbling Score) represents the highest grade achievable on the Australian marbling scale, indicating an exceptional level of intramuscular fat within the beef. This abundant marbling translates to an extraordinarily tender, juicy, and flavorful eating experience, where the fat melts into the muscle fibers during cooking, creating a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich, umami-packed taste. Beef graded at 9+ BMS is highly sought after by chefs and connoisseurs alike for its unparalleled quality and is typically reserved for premium cuts intended for special occasions, offering a truly luxurious and indulgent culinary experience.

Grass-Fed, Grain-Finished Beef

Not to be confused with 100% grass fed beef which tends to be much leaner and have more of an earthy flavor, our beef is grass-fed, grain-finished which offers a unique balance of flavor and tenderness, combining the best aspects of both feeding practices. These cattle are raised initially on pastures, where they graze on a natural grass diet. Towards the end of their lives, these cattle are transitioned to a grain-based diet, which enhances marbling — the intramuscular fat that makes beef juicier and more flavorful. This allows for a healthier cow, while still achieving the tenderness and delicious beef flavor that comes from a diet of grains.

This method not only improves the meat’s tenderness and palatability but also allows the beef to retain some of the health benefits of being grass-fed, such as higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants compared to conventionally raised beef. Consumers who choose grass-fed, grain-finished beef enjoy a product that strikes a desirable balance between health benefits and culinary appeal, making it a popular choice for those looking to enjoy high-quality, flavorful beef with enhanced nutritional properties.

Antibiotic and Hormone-Free Beef

All of our cows are raised free of any hormones or antibiotics. This practice ensures that the meat is as natural as possible, reducing consumer exposure to these substances. The absence of antibiotics in the raising of these animals helps prevent the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, a significant benefit for public health. Additionally, hormone-free meat often has better taste and quality. By choosing antibiotic and hormone-free meat, consumers support more natural animal husbandry practices and contribute to a healthier environment, while also enjoying safer and more flavorful meat.

Certified Halal Beef

All of our Australian Wagyu beef is certified Halal