Not all kibble is created equal, and Open Farm's Epic Blend line is a good example of how far the category has come from a basic bag of brown pellets. Here's what's actually going on inside the bag, and why it's built the way it is.
What's In an Epic Blend Recipe
Epic Blend is Open Farm's grain-free superfood kibble line, available in Chicken & Superfood and Beef & Superfood. Each recipe combines a premium, named protein with nutrient-dense superfood fruits and vegetables for a complete and balanced meal, built on the same ethically sourced standards as the rest of the Open Farm lineup.
What Sets It Apart
A few things distinguish Epic Blend from a standard grain-free kibble:
- A single named protein first — chicken or beef, ethically sourced and fully traceable back to its origin
- Superfood fruits and vegetables blended in to support total-body health, rather than relying on grain-based fillers
- No artificial preservatives, fillers, or by-products — a clean ingredient list with recognizable, whole-food ingredients
Who Epic Blend Is a Good Fit For
Epic Blend tends to make sense for:
- Dogs who need a high-protein, grain-free formula without moving to a fully raw or freeze-dried diet
- Owners who want a short, clean ingredient list built around one clearly named protein
- Dogs who do well on chicken or beef as their primary protein source
As always, any new food — especially a high-protein, grain-free one — is worth discussing with your vet first, particularly for dogs with sensitive stomachs or a history of pancreatitis, where very high-fat or high-protein diets need extra care.
How It Compares to Open Farm's Other Kibble
If Epic Blend's grain-free profile isn't the right fit, Open Farm's Goodbowl line offers a simpler, grain-inclusive alternative with brown rice, and their ancient grains recipes split the difference with non-GMO oats, quinoa, and chia. There's no single “best” option — it depends on what your dog does well on and what your vet recommends.
Where to Find It
You can find both Epic Blend Chicken & Superfood and Epic Blend Beef & Superfood alongside the rest of our dog food selection at The Hungry Puppy. If you're pairing it with one of Open Farm's freeze-dried raw recipes as a topper, remember that freeze-dried orders of $75 or more ship free nationwide, and auto-delivery subscriptions save you 6% on every order.
We've been helping Farmingdale-area dog owners choose the right food since 1987 — if you're weighing Epic Blend against another Open Farm recipe, give us a call at 732-938-4470 and we'll help you sort it out.