What is Australian Wagyu?
Wagyu means “Japanese cattle”. Australian Wagyu comes from Wagyu genetics raised in Australia, usually grain-fed for a long period, and graded for marbling on the AUS-MEAT scale. It can be fullblood (100% Japanese genetics), purebred (at least 93.75%) or crossbred, so the brand and programme matter as much as the word “Wagyu”.
What does MB (marble score) mean?
MB is the marble score: how much fat is woven through the muscle. Australian Wagyu is graded on the AUS-MEAT scale from 0 to 9, and some producers label their top grade 9+. A higher score means richer, more buttery beef. Grades vary by cut, so the same brand can offer a striploin at MB 4–5 and at MB 8–9.
Is Australian Wagyu the same as Japanese A5 Wagyu?
No. Japanese Wagyu is graded on a different system (yield grade A–C and a beef marbling standard of 1–12), so an MB score does not convert exactly to A5. Australian Wagyu often comes from crossbred or long-fed programmes and offers a wider range of grades and prices. We supply Australian and American Wagyu, not Japanese Wagyu.
Which Australian Wagyu brands does Gourmet One supply?
Westholme, Stockyard (including Kiwami), Tallawanta (Artesian Wagyu and The Cape Wagyu), AACo Purebred Wagyu and 1824 Grain-Fed Wagyu. Each brand page lists every cut, grade and piece size in our catalogue.
How much does Australian Wagyu cost?
Price depends on the brand, cut, marbling grade and quantity, and it moves with each shipment, so we do not publish a price list. Send us the brand or grade, cut and quantity you need and our team will reply with current availability and a quote.
Can I buy Australian Wagyu to cook at home?
Our range is packed for professional kitchens, mostly as whole primals sold by the piece (for example a 3–4 kg tenderloin). If you are buying for home, tell us what you would like and where you are, and our team will tell you the best way to buy.