{"id":6521,"date":"2025-02-07T12:42:02","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T11:42:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/types-of-iberian-ham\/"},"modified":"2025-08-19T14:00:18","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T12:00:18","slug":"types-of-iberian-ham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/en\/types-of-iberian-ham\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Iberian Ham: Unveiling the Secrets of a Spanish Treasure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Iberian ham is the symbol of Spain&#8217;s gastronomic excellence. Museo del Jam\u00f3n takes pride in offering the widest range of hams, catering to all tastes and budgets. From the most discerning palates to those seeking a high-quality option at an affordable price, here you&#8217;ll find your ideal ham.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, discover the different varieties based on the breed, diet, and rearing of the pig, as well as the exclusive hams that you can only find at Museo del Jam\u00f3n.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" src=\"http:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/bases-del-jamon-mdj-en-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/bases-del-jamon-mdj-en-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/bases-del-jamon-mdj-en-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/bases-del-jamon-mdj-en-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/bases-del-jamon-mdj-en-600x336.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/bases-del-jamon-mdj-en.jpg 1350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Classification of Iberian Ham by Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">100% Iberian Bellota Ham<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Description<\/strong>: Made from pigs that are 100% Iberian breed, exclusively fed on acorns and pastures during the &#8220;montanera&#8221; fattening period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Characteristics<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flavor: Intense, complex, and aromatic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Texture: Juicy with marbled fat that melts in the mouth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Identification<\/strong>: Black label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/en\/store\/jamon\/jamon-iberico-bellota-guijuelo-100-raza-iberica\/\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-base-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><strong>Taste our 100% Iberian Bellota Ham<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Iberian Bellota Ham<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Description<\/strong>: Produced from Iberian pigs (50% or 75% Iberian breed) fed on acorns and pastures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Characteristics<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flavor: Balanced with sweet notes and intense aromas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Texture: Firm and juicy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Identification<\/strong>: Red label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/en\/store\/jamon\/jamon-iberico-bellota-guijuelo-50\/\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-base-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><strong>Discover Iberian Bellota Ham<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Iberian Cebo de Campo Ham<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Description<\/strong>: Pigs raised in freedom and fed on natural pastures and feed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Characteristics<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flavor: Balanced, with herbal notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Texture: Soft and slightly fatty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Identification<\/strong>: Green label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/en\/store\/jamon\/jamon-iberico-cebo-campo-50\/\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-base-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><strong>Explore our Iberian Cebo de Campo Ham<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Iberian Cebo Ham<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Description<\/strong>: Made from pigs fed on feed and raised in intensive farming systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Characteristics<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flavor: Milder and less complex.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Texture: Compact with less marbling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Identification<\/strong>: White label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/en\/store\/jamon\/jamon-iberico-cebo-50\/\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-base-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Buy Iberian Cebo Ham<\/strong><\/span><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">100% Duroc Breed Ham<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Description<\/strong>: Sourced from 100% Duroc breed pigs, a variety renowned for its exceptional quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Characteristics<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flavor: Smooth and sweet, with a characteristic touch of juiciness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Texture: Uniform fat, perfect for delicate palates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/en\/store\/jamon\/jamon-duroc-100\/\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-base-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Try our 100% Duroc Breed Ham<\/strong><\/span><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Identify Iberian Ham by Its Label<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The color-coded label system helps you easily identify the quality and origin of Iberian ham:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Black label<\/strong>: 100% Iberian Bellota Ham.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Red label<\/strong>: Iberian Bellota Ham (50% or 75% Iberian breed).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Green label<\/strong>: Iberian Cebo de Campo Ham.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>White label<\/strong>: Iberian Cebo Ham.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit Our Online Store and Discover All Our Products!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.museodeljamon.com\/en\/store\/\">Go to our store<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Types of Iberian ham are classified by diet and breed: 100% Iberian Bellota (black label), the most exclusive; Iberian Bellota (red label), from crossbred pigs fed on acorns; Iberian Cebo de Campo (green label), raised on pastures and feed; and Iberian Cebo (white label), farm-fed. 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