Cinco Jotas (5J) 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham from Jabugo

This Cinco Jotas (5J) 100% Iberian acorn-fed shoulder ham comes from the front leg of pigs fed on acorns and pasture and cured for over 24 months. Produced in the Jabugo region, this ham is renowned worldwide for its intense Iberian flavor, fruity notes, and smooth, translucent fat. The meat is dark red, tender, and aromatic, reflecting the exceptional quality of Jabugo Pata Negra hams.

Tasting Notes

• Mild and slightly sweet flavor with characteristic acorn-fed Iberian notes
• Reddish meat with smooth fat ranging from white to translucent
• Soft texture and unctuous fat that melts in the mouth

Recommended Uses

Slice thinly and serve at room temperature. Perfect for tapas, charcuterie boards, gourmet sandwiches, or fine culinary preparations.

Product Information

• Origin: Jabugo, Spain
• Race: 100% Iberian
• Pork Part: Shoulder - Front Leg
• Curing Time: +24 months
• Diet: Acorns and pasture
• Packaging: Wrapped in parchment paper, cotton sleeve, decorative mesh, rigid cardboard box
• Manufacturer: Sánchez Romero Carvajal
• Ingredients: 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Pork Shoulder, Sea Salt, Antioxidant E-301, Acidity Corrector E-331(iii), Preservative E-252
• Format: Whole

Nutritional Values (per 100g)

• Energy: 297 kcal / 1236 kJ
• Fat: 19.6 g (Saturates 9.74 g)
• Protein: 29.3 g
• Carbohydrates: -0.8 g
• Sodium: 2.01 g

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and oleic acid (good cholesterol)
• Gluten-free
• Low carbohydrate content, perfect for Mediterranean diet

Interesting Facts

• Stylized shoulder shape with narrow shank and black hoof
• Recognized worldwide as one of the finest Iberian acorn-fed hams