This Whole Bone-In Ibérico Ham Shoulder Bellota crafted by Cinco Jotas, the most internationally renowned Spanish cured meats producer.

This ham shoulder is an exceptional delicacy sourced from free-range 100% Iberian pigs in the dehesa, known for their acorn-fed diet. Thanks to the exercise these animals get from their freedom and the high-quality, carefully curated diet they receive, 5J obtains a supreme and completely healthy product with a high percentage of oleic acid and numerous veins of shiny, infiltrated fat with a persistent aroma.

This Paleta Ibérico has a rich, nutty flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. A true Spanish delicatessen!

What do I need for slicing?

Despite what you might think, slicing a ham leg is not difficult. All you need is a ham holder, a special ham slicer knife, and a bit of practice, that's it!

Ham Shoulder (Paleta) vs Serrano Ham (Jamón Serrano)

The Serrano shoulder is the front leg of the pig. It is smaller, with less fat and more bone. Its flavor is less juicy but more intense.

Our Whole Bone-In Ibérico Ham Bellota Pata Negra by Cinco Jotas is sourced from purebred Iberian pigs and cured to perfection. This Iberico ham offers an exquisite taste experience thanks to its marbled texture and complex, nutty flavors. Every slice is a true delight for the senses. 

It is sourced from free-range 100% Iberian pigs. The pigs are acorn-fed, and thanks to the exercise these animals the fat is infiltrated into the muscles, obtaining one of the best Spanish cured meats.

What do I need for slicing?

Despite what you might think, slicing a ham leg is not difficult. All you need is a ham holder, a special ham slicer knife, and a bit of practice, that's it!

Our Whole Jamon Iberico de Bellota by Fermin is sourced from purebred 100% Iberian pigs raised in the dehesa. Known as "Jamon Pata Negra", this Iberian ham is sourced from acorn-fed pigs and cured for an extended period to develop their distinctive flavor and exceptional marbling. The result is an exquisite ham with a velvety texture.

This is one of the biggest treasures of the Spanish gastronomy, in terms of flavor and nutritional properties, since it is rich rich in proteins and omega-3 fatty acids.

What do I need for slicing?

Despite what you might think, slicing a ham leg is not difficult. All you need is a ham holder, a special ham slicer knife, and a bit of practice, that's it!

Our whole Bone-In Ibérico Ham Shoulder by Fermin is sourced from 100% Iberian pigs raised on a grain-fed diet in the dehesa. This ham shoulder undergo a meticulous curing process for a minimum of 24 months using traditional methods to ensure their exquisite taste and tender texture. 

The Iberian pigs are free-range lifestyle and their diet consists in a blend of grains, grass, roots, and everything nature provides, and together with their ability to accumulate healthy fat, contribute to its exceptional quality and uniqueness, with a delicious marbling effect. Each slice unveils a symphony of rich, nutty flavors that tantalize your palate. Perfectly presented on the bone, this shoulder is a masterpiece of Spanish cured meats, capturing the essence of Ibérico excellence.

Tasting notes

Bold color, intense aroma, pungent buttery flavor and very rich on the palate. Just one piece will create a memorable experience.

What do I need for slicing?

Despite what you might think, slicing a ham leg is not difficult. All you need is a ham holder, a special ham slicer knife, and a bit of practice, that's it!

Ham Shoulder (Paleta) vs Serrano Ham (Jamón Serrano)

The Serrano shoulder is the front leg of the pig. It is smaller, with less fat and more bone. Its flavor is less juicy but more intense.

Our whole Bone-In Ibérico Ham Shoulder Bellota Pata Negra by Fermin is an exceptional product originates from the front leg of a free-range, 100% Iberian pigs, a cherished native breed from Spain renowned for its exceptional quality. During the Montanera season, spanning from October to February, these pigs undergo a remarkable transformation, doubling their weight as they feast on a diet rich in acorns and grass in the dehesa, resulting in the finest and most prestigious shoulder in the world. 

Cured for a minimum of 26 months using artisanal methods in La Alberca, Spain, a Natural Reserve declared a World Heritage site, this Spanish Bellota Ham Shoulder embodies the epitome of gourmet excellence.

A masterpiece of Spanish cured meats, rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

What do I need for slicing?

Despite what you might think, slicing a ham leg is not difficult. All you need is a ham holder, a special ham carving knife, and a bit of practice, that's it!

Ham Shoulder vs Ham

The Serrano shoulder is the front leg of the pig. It is smaller, with less fat and more bone. Its flavor is less juicy but more intense.