Jamón Ibérico de Bellota is the ultimate cured ham. Each slice is a concert of flavors reflecting the history of Spanish cuisine. This elegant ham is the perfect centerpiece for special parties or family gatherings. Serve paper thin slices of this ham on a warm plate and enjoy with a glass of fine Spanish wine.
This luxurious ham has a nutty, sweet flavor unlike hams from elsewhere in Spain. It is surprisingly low in salt which allows the complex flavors to shine.
Jamón Ibérico de Bellota starts with the ancient Ibérico breed of pigs only found in Spain. Our hams come from 100% pure bred Ibérico pork which has the fullest, richest flavor. Most Ibérico pigs are crossbred to promote faster growth and larger litters.
The second important factor is their free-range lifestyle. These pigs spend their lives wandering the rolling hills of the 'dehesa' range lands, eating herbs, grass, mushrooms and anything else they find tasty! Most importantly, they feast on huge amounts of acorns in the fall. The acorns of the holm oaks are very sweet and full of beneficial fats. At the end of the 'montanera' fattening season, they are feasting on over 20 pounds of acorns a day!
This acorn diet and abundant exercise marble the pork with antioxidant rich fat, allowing the hams to be cured for up to 5 years! Over time most of the fat drips away, bathing the ham with incredible flavors.
Mount your Jamón Ibérico de Bellota in a holder and cut thin slices, about the size of a matchbox. Serve them on a warm plate to allow the flavors to emerge. Eat with friends and family and share Spain’s finest culinary achievement!
Storage and slicing instructions: Please see the related video on this page for further information on how to store and slice your ham. A ham holder is a necessary accessory to carve the ham properly and safely. Store your ham in a cool, dry place away from insects. Your ham will also be shipped with helpful instructions.
For storage and slicing instructions for whole hams, see this page.
NOTE: Hoof has been removed to conform to USDA standards.
