The World Famous Iberico Ham

‘Jamon Iberico’

Iberico Ham ( or Jamon Iberico in Spanish) is world-renowned for being the best-cured ham in the world.  The Iberian Ham is a beautifully rich, nuanced and powerful taste sensation. Especially the Pata Negra Jamon! Now, you can purchase our Jamon from Amazon too!

To be classified as ‘Jamón Ibérico‘ the cured ham must be created using the Black Iberian Pig or cross-bred pigs so long as they are at least 50% ibérico. This variety of pig can only be found in the Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal). What makes this delicacy so renowned is the careful preparation and special diet of the animal. This delivers the rich and complex aromas to the palate when eaten. To buy Iberico Ham is a real treat. We have the 3 free range classifications of Jamon Iberico or Iberico Ham for sale: The Green Label Jamon Iberico Cebo De Campo, the Red Label Jamon Iberico de Bellota and the Black Label Jamon Iberico De Bellota or Pata Negra– the finest of all.

History & Production of Iberico Ham

Iberian Ham has a long and important history within the Iberian Peninsula of Spain and Portugal. The curing of Jamon Iberico has been recorded as far back as the Romans when ham was a staple part of the local diet. The Jamon Iberico is produced from Black Iberian pigs. These pigs are raised with a special diet and once slaughtered, the Jamon is dried and rested in salt. It is then rested in a Jamon Kiln for up to 2 years to be cured by the elements and natural organisms. That is why sometimes when you receive an Iberico ham, it might be moldy. Don’t worry though, this mold is a key reason why Iberico ham’s taste is so intense and complex.

Best Ways to Enjoy your Jamon Iberico

The taste of Iberico Ham is one that needs to be cherished, respected and only enhanced. To mask your Jamon Iberico with other flavours would only waste the hard achieved nuances in the most appreciated cured meat that comes out of Spain! If your Jamon Iberico is hand carved and vacuum packed, it is best to run the pack under some warm water before opening it. This will ensure that the meat is beautifully sweaty, all of the flavours will start to come out ready for your taste buds. Just like they do in the finest Spanish & Tapas Restaurants.

The best way to experience opening and enjoying your whole Jamon Iberico leg is to open it with friends and family. Cut in thin, small slices and place on a plate ready to be eaten by your guests- it is a great showpiece for a party or event.

Find out more information by reading our Ibericopedia Article.

How to Store your Iberian Ham

Once opened, cover the Iberico Ham leg with a clean cloth so that the open parts are not exposed to the air. This protects the layer on top of the ham. The leg can be stored in your kitchen, or placed in a clean dry place.

Your hand carved Jamon Iberico will be packed to perfectly preserve the flavours and aromas. These packets can last up to 6 months and simply need to be stored in a cool dry place, like a cupboard or shelf. There is no need to place them in the fridge. See our Ibericopedia for more advice on how to store your Iberico Ham or Iberian Chorizo.

Pata Negra, Iberico Ham Legs & Spanish Ham for Sale

We at The Black Hoof have made lifelong friendships with some of the very best Jamon Iberico de Bellota and Jamón Ibérico de Cebo De Campo farmers and producers. Now you can buy Iberico Ham UK wide at unbeatable prices for the best quality hams. See for yourself!

We have selected a range of the best Jamon Iberico for sale which can be ordered Hand Carved by our cutter masters, Deboned or as an Iberico Ham Leg.