No, Jim Dandy Grits is not vegan as it contains butter and other animal-based ingredients. If you are looking for a vegan alternative, you can use vegetable stock instead of water to cook the grits and opt for non-dairy margarine or olive oil instead of butter.  Additionally, be sure to check the labels of any additional ingredients you use to make sure they do not contain any animal-based products.  You can also experiment with different seasonings and herbs for different flavors.