Cinco Jotas Sliced 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham, 70g

The Cinco Jotas Sliced 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham comes from the front legs of 100% purebred Iberian pigs raised free-range in the dehesas of Andalusia. Its smaller size compared with Iberian ham gives it a particularly intense character, with deep aromas, a silky texture and an exceptional balance between savoury and subtly sweet notes.

Expertly cut into fine slices and presented in an individual 70g pack, it is ready to enjoy at home, take anywhere or give as an exceptional gourmet gift. Elevate your recipes and special moments with its intense, captivating aroma and distinctive Cinco Jotas character.

An Exceptional Sensory Experience

The Cinco Jotas 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham has distinctive characteristics that differentiate it from Iberian ham, particularly due to the anatomy of the front leg and the distribution of its intramuscular fat.

Appearance

In the maza, the meat displays a characteristic red colour with evenly distributed intramuscular fat. In the babilla, the red becomes more intense and the marbling is less pronounced, creating both a visual and gastronomic contrast between the different parts of the shoulder.

Aroma

Its aroma is intense, deep and persistent, particularly in the babilla, where pronounced savoury and saline notes contribute to the distinctive personality of Iberian shoulder ham.

Texture

The maza offers a fibrous yet silky texture, while in the babilla the fat melts rapidly on contact with the tongue, creating a pleasant sensation of smoothness and persistence.

Flavour

In the maza, the flavour is intense and persistent, with an elegant harmony between savoury and subtly sweet notes. In the babilla, sweetness becomes less prominent as the melting fat takes centre stage, adding richness and balancing its characteristic saline nuances.

Time, Tradition and Mastery

Creating an exceptional Cinco Jotas shoulder ham requires time, patience and a unique environment. The quiet of the curing cellars, the natural conditions of Jabugo and the expertise of master artisans accompany the evolution of every piece.

Cinco Jotas understands that behind every exceptional product lies not a single protagonist, but generations of accumulated knowledge and the expertise of artisans who supervise every stage of the process.

The Cinco Jotas 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham is therefore the result of an exceptional combination of pure Iberian breed, freedom, natural feeding, tradition and slow curing, allowing it to develop its extraordinary personality.

Jabugo and the Iberian Tradition

Origin is an essential part of this shoulder ham’s identity. Jabugo, located in the Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche in Huelva, is one of Spain’s most internationally renowned regions for the production of exceptional Iberian cured meats.

Its climate, dehesa landscape and generations of artisan expertise create exceptional conditions for slow and natural curing.

Cinco Jotas maintains a close relationship with its natural environment, respecting the cycles of the dehesa and favouring carefully controlled, non-intensive farming. Animal welfare and the preservation of this unique ecosystem form part of a philosophy intrinsically linked to the quality of the final product.

Origin and Traceability

Producer: Cinco Jotas
Origin: Jabugo, Huelva, Andalusia, Spain
Protected Designation of Origin: PDO Jabugo
Breed: 100% Iberian
Diet: Acorns during the montanera season
Rearing: Free-range in the dehesa

Technical Information

Product: Sliced 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham
Format: Individual 70g sliced pack
Category: 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham
Production: Artisan production and extended curing
Presentation: Thinly sliced and ready to serve
Origin: Jabugo, Huelva, Andalusia, Spain

Ingredients

100% Iberian pork shoulder, sea salt, antioxidant E-301 (sodium ascorbate), acidity regulator E-331 (iii) (trisodium citrate) and preservative E-252 (potassium nitrate).

Allergens

Contains no gluten or allergens requiring mandatory declaration according to the information provided by the producer.

Always check the product label for the most up-to-date information regarding ingredients, allergens and possible traces.

Best Before Date

Please refer to the date indicated on the product packaging or label. Approximately 6 to 9 months from production.

Storage Conditions

Keep refrigerated and protected from light and sources of heat.

Ideal storage temperature: 3–7 °C.
Ideal serving temperature: 20–24 °C.

For the best sensory experience, remove the pack from the refrigerator before serving and allow the slices to gradually reach the recommended serving temperature. Once opened, consume promptly.

Average Nutritional Values per 100 g

Iberian acorn-fed shoulder ham is naturally rich in oleic acid, associated with the diet of Iberian pigs during their free-range rearing in the dehesa. It also provides high-quality protein and nutrients such as iron and vitamin B1.

Nutrition and health claims should always be interpreted in accordance with applicable regulations and the official information provided by the producer.

Labelling and Certification

• 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed
• Official Black Label
• Jabugo Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)
• Official traceability in accordance with applicable Spanish regulations
• Compliant with Spanish Royal Decree 4/2014

Pairing and Culinary Uses

The Cinco Jotas Sliced 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham reaches its full expression when served on its own at the appropriate temperature. Its fine slicing allows its intramuscular fat to soften and gradually release the intense aromas and flavours characteristic of Cinco Jotas.

It pairs particularly well with:

• Artisan bread
• Spanish tomato bread with extra virgin olive oil
• Mature Spanish cheeses
• Almonds and other nuts
• Spanish olives
• Gourmet preserves
• Brut Cava
• Aged Spanish red wines
• Sherry wines

It can also be incorporated into gourmet dishes, although its exceptional quality makes simple preparations preferable, allowing the shoulder ham to remain the true protagonist.

How to Enjoy Cinco Jotas Sliced Iberian Shoulder Ham

The Cinco Jotas 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham is already expertly cut into fine slices, making this 70g format exceptionally convenient and ready to enjoy.

For the best experience, remove the pack from the refrigerator before serving and allow it to reach approximately 20–24 °C. As the slices warm slightly, the natural intramuscular fat becomes softer and more translucent, allowing the aromas and flavours to express themselves more fully.

Carefully separate the slices and arrange them on a plate without overlapping them excessively. The balance between lean meat and infiltrated fat provides the characteristic silky texture and intense flavour of Iberian shoulder ham.

No elaborate accompaniments are necessary. Excellent artisan bread, premium extra virgin olive oil and a glass of Spanish wine are enough to turn this 70g pack into an exceptional Spanish gourmet aperitif.

A Jewel of Spanish Gastronomy

At Made in Spain Gourmet, the Cinco Jotas Sliced 100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Shoulder Ham, 70g forms part of our selection of premium Spanish products chosen for their origin, tradition, traceability and exceptional quality.

Cinco Jotas represents the union of dehesa, pure Iberian breed, acorns, time and craftsmanship. In the case of the shoulder ham, this combination develops a distinctive personality: more intense, aromatic and penetrating, with a characteristic silky texture that makes it one of the great treasures of Spanish Iberian charcuterie.

Presented in a convenient individual 70g pack, it offers an effortless way to discover one of the most authentic and renowned flavours of Jabugo, whether at home, as part of a gourmet aperitif or as an exceptional gastronomic gift.