Cher-Make Sausage

Cher-Make Sausage Cher-Make Sausage Company has made the commitment to an ideal: Keep it Authentic! Old world recipe

ONCE UPON A TIME... The Cher-Make story starts with Emil Chermak and a bunch of great old world sausage recipes. In 1928, Emil decided it was time to share these great recipes with neighbors in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. "I used to walk and hand deliver to nearby homes with my wagon," recalls Art Chermak, Emil's son and second generation owner. Cher-Make Sausage Company fame and quality standards led t

o quick growth, and success led to the building of a plant in the 1930's. By 1950, Art entered a partnership with family member Merlyn Hoefner, and the Cher-Make brand grew even more. Art went on to be named to the Wisconsin Meat Packers Hall-Of-Fame. Today, Art's son Tom Chermak, along with Merlyn's son Chuck Hoefner help lead in the continuation of the family sausage making tradition... high quality products produced by a high quality workforce. We proudly present "Authentic" people on our labels, to remind us that we are providing the central part of a family meal or celebration. You'll see faces of people who live next door, or maybe an old-time authentic sports hero.

Happy Birthday, Cher-Make! 🎉🌭For 98 years, Cher-Make Sausage has been serving up the quality, flavor, and consistency yo...
05/26/2026

Happy Birthday, Cher-Make! 🎉🌭

For 98 years, Cher-Make Sausage has been serving up the quality, flavor, and consistency you know and love.

Since 1928, we’ve stayed true to our roots as a family-owned business, combining time-honored traditions with new ideas to keep bringing you the best. Every bite is packed with the bold flavor of Authentic Wisconsin™ and the care that’s defined us for generations.

Thanks for being part of our story, here’s to many more years of great taste!

🔗 Visit our website to learn more about the Cher-Make 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺 and our 𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘤𝘺: https://cher-make.com/about-us/history/

Meet Tim Mangin, Quality Assurance Supervisor at the Cher-Make smokehouse in Manitowoc. Tim grew up on a dairy farm, whi...
05/15/2026

Meet Tim Mangin, Quality Assurance Supervisor at the Cher-Make smokehouse in Manitowoc. Tim grew up on a dairy farm, which sparked his interest in the food industry, and with an Associate Degree in Food Science Technician from Moraine Park Technical College, he found his way to Cher-Make Sausage Co, where he has been making an impact ever since.

Tim’s primary responsibilities include reviewing HACCP and departmental paperwork, leading the Environmental Program, Food Safety Committee, and Sensory Panels, all to ensure every product is safe and high-quality.

What Tim loves most about his job is knowing that the Cher-Make Quality team is dedicated to providing a safe product for customers. He values producing products that people can enjoy and appreciates the great team environment that continually strives for the safest, best products possible.

Tim’s favorite part of working at Cher-Make? Seeing the dedication and care that goes into every handcrafted item. His challenge to everyone: “Taste the difference” with Cher-Make’s safe, delicious, and carefully crafted products.

Thank you, Tim, for your dedication and commitment! Your passion for quality and safety is a key part of Cher-Make’s success.

Experience our private label sausages, exclusively crafted in Wisconsin to meet your unique preferences: https://cher-make.com/capabilities/

Today, we recognize and celebrate the skilled tradespeople who bring passion, precision, and pride to everything we do a...
05/06/2026

Today, we recognize and celebrate the skilled tradespeople who bring passion, precision, and pride to everything we do at Cher-Make Sausage Co. 🔥🌭

We’re proud to feature our team of Sausage Makers, their craftsmanship and commitment are at the heart of every product we create. From start to finish, it’s their dedication that ensures every item meets the highest standard of quality.

On National Skilled Trades Workers Day, we thank you for the hard work, care, and expertise you bring to every step. 🤍

Game Day + Grill Day = The Perfect ComboBaseball, grilling, and getting outside, now that’s what game day is all about. ...
04/29/2026

Game Day + Grill Day = The Perfect Combo

Baseball, grilling, and getting outside, now that’s what game day is all about. Fire up the grill and bring the Authentic WI™ flavor with Cher-Make Ring Bologna.

With its rich, old-world flavor, Cher-Make Ring Bologna delivers a savory bite that’s perfect for grilling, slicing for snacks, or adding to your favorite recipes. It’s a timeless favorite that always hits it out of the park.

🔥 Irresistible Flavors Available:
• Original Ring Bologna
• Garlic Ring Bologna
• Beef Ring Bologna

Whether you’re hosting a backyard watch party or just enjoying the game outside, Cher-Make brings the flavor to every inning.

Discover Cher-Make at a store near you: https://cher-make.com/our-products/ring-sausage/

🧀🔥 National Grilled Cheese DayGrilled cheese just got an upgrade.This year, try something new by adding Cher-Make Summer...
04/12/2026

🧀🔥 National Grilled Cheese Day

Grilled cheese just got an upgrade.
This year, try something new by adding Cher-Make Summer Sausage to your grilled cheese for a warm, savory twist. It’s a great reminder that summer sausage isn’t just for slicing on a charcuterie board, it’s perfect in hot sandwiches and recipes, too.

Crispy bread, melty cheese, and the rich Authentic WI™ flavor of summer sausage make every bite even better.

Flavors Available:
• Original Summer Sausage
• Beef Summer Sausage
• Garlic Summer Sausage

However you serve it, snack board, recipe ingredient, or grilled into a sandwich, Cher-Make Summer Sausage is ready for every occasion.

Find Cher-Make in a store near you: https://cher-make.com/our-products/summer-sausage/

We’re dreaming of backyard cookouts, and nothing brings the flavor like Cher-Make Bratwurst & Hot Dogs!We’ve mastered th...
03/24/2026

We’re dreaming of backyard cookouts, and nothing brings the flavor like Cher-Make Bratwurst & Hot Dogs!

We’ve mastered the craft of bratwurst and hot dogs made with premium cuts of beef and pork and a signature spice blend that delivers big flavor in every bite.

🌭 Irresistible flavors available:
-Beef Franks
-Natural Casing Franks
-Stadium Hot Dogs
-Stadium Jumbo Hot Dogs
-Jalapeño White Cheddar Franks
-Homegame Bratwurst
-Pepper Jack Bratwurst

Which are you grilling?

Explore the full lineup of Cher-Make favorites: https://cher-make.com/our-products/

It’s March. It’s Madness. It’s sausage time. 🏀🔥Cher-Make sausage is a slam dunk for game day, perfect for watch parties,...
03/13/2026

It’s March. It’s Madness. It’s sausage time. 🏀🔥

Cher-Make sausage is a slam dunk for game day, perfect for watch parties, halftime snacking, and celebrating every big win. No matter who’s on your bracket, great flavor always comes out on top.

Stock up before tip-off, find Cher-Make near you:

https://cher-make.com/about-us/store-locator/

Looking for a simple way to add flavor and feel-good fuel to your table?From our Original Summer Sausage with its perfec...
02/17/2026

Looking for a simple way to add flavor and feel-good fuel to your table?
From our Original Summer Sausage with its perfectly balanced blend of spices and meats, to the bold, savory All-Beef Summer Sausage, and the crave-worthy kick of Garlic Summer Sausage, there’s a flavor for every mood.

Why we love it:

✨ Up to 10 grams of protein per serving and zero added sugar

✨ Incredibly versatile, snack it, stack it on a charcuterie board, or slice it into your favorite recipes

✨ Big flavor, simple ingredients, zero fuss

Nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated, sometimes it’s as easy (and delicious) as slicing up some summer sausage.

Want to grab one today? Find a store near you here: https://cher-make.com/about-us/store-locator/

Which summer sausage do you prefer?

🏈 Score Big with Snacks! 🧀🌭Don’t fumble your snacks this Sunday! Cher-Make brings naturally smoked, Authentic Wisconsin™...
02/06/2026

🏈 Score Big with Snacks! 🧀🌭
Don’t fumble your snacks this Sunday! Cher-Make brings naturally smoked, Authentic Wisconsin™ flavor that’s worth celebrating every quarter.

Whether you’re stacking cheese, rolling sausage bites, or dunking in dips, Cher-Make sausages are a total game-changer.

⚡ Pro Tip: Pair with your favorite Wisconsin cheese and run up the score of your snack table!

Don’t just snack… Snack like a champion!

📌 One-pan dinner. Minimal cleanup. Maximum flavor.Sheet Pan Dinner with Cher-Make Beef Ring BolognaIngredients: 1 packag...
01/14/2026

📌 One-pan dinner. Minimal cleanup. Maximum flavor.

Sheet Pan Dinner with Cher-Make Beef Ring Bologna

Ingredients:
1 package Cher-Make Beef Ring Bologna, sliced into 1-inch pieces
1 lb sweet potatoes, cubed
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium red onion, sliced
1–2 cups broccoli or Brussels sprouts (optional)
3 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp garlic powder
2 Tbsp oregano or Italian seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F.
2️⃣ Add Beef Ring Bologna, sweet potatoes, and vegetables to a sheet pan.
3️⃣ Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
4️⃣ Toss to coat evenly.
5️⃣ Bake for 30–35 minutes, tossing once halfway through.
6️⃣ Serve warm, straight from the pan.

👉 Find Cher-Make Beef Ring Bologna near you:
https://cher-make.com/about-us/store-locator/

Address

2915 Calumet Avenue
Manitowoc, WI
54220

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 7pm
Sunday 9am - 7pm

Telephone

+18002427679

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