A.Castro y González, S.A.

Both sweet and smoky. Melting texture. 100% natural. Pure indulgence for chorizo lovers. This sliced chorizo is made from the meat of iberico pigs that spent 10-12 weeks fattening on acorns on the dehesa of Extremadura. This sausage is simply seasoned with salt, garlic and mild, smoked pimenton de la Vera, creating a perfect balance between the smokiness of the spice and the rich flavours of the acorn-fed pork.

The Brindisa bellota shoulder (paleta) is made from pigs of 75% Ibérico breed that have fattened up on acorns on the dehesa of Extremadura for 10-12 weeks at the end of their lives. Expertly cured in Guijuelo, Salamanca for 2 years. Freshly sliced in our Balham Deli. The shoulder (paleta) has more fat than the back leg, giving a remarkable richness to the meat. Sweet, savoury and nutty, it has a lingering aftertaste, intensified by the abundant acorn rich fat. Ideal for sandwiches with crusty bread or pan de coca, tomato and extra virgin olive oil.  For best results, remove from fridge at least 30 minutes before serving. *Please be aware that, depending upon which part of the ham your pack has been carved from, the proportion of delicious acorn fat to lean meat will vary. **Vacuum-packed

This sliced salchichon is made from the meat of iberico pigs that spent 10-12 weeks fattening on acorns on the dehesa of Extremadura. This salchichon (equivalent to an Italian salami) is simply seasoned with salt and black pepper, allowing the rich flavours of the acorn fed pork to come clearly through. This product has been awarded with 1 star in the Great Taste Awards 2016. The judges' comments were: "Lovely fatty sheen to the meat. Sweet aromas with a slight pepperiness. The sausage has a good mild porky flavour with sweetness from the fat. Pepper seasoning is well observed."

Earthy toffee sweetness of acorns. Savoury undertone. Hints of fruitiness. Lingering intensity. The Brindisa bellota ham is made from pigs of 75% iberico breed that have fattened up on acorns on the dehesa of Extremadura for 10-12 weeks at the end of their lives. The hams are then expertly cured in Guijuelo, Salamanca for between 30 and 36 months The ham has a sweet and nutty aroma with an excellent balance between the savoury and nutty elements and a long, complex finish.  The ham in this pack has been hand-carved by a master carver. 

Earthy toffee sweetness of acorns. Savoury undertone. Hints of fruitiness. Lingering intensity. The Brindisa bellota ham is made from pigs of 75% Iberico breed that have fattened up on acorns on the dehesa of Extremadure for 10-12 weeks at the end of their lives. The hams are then expertly cured in Guijuelo, Salamanca for between 30 and 36 months. The ham has a sweet and nutty aroma with an excellent balance between the savoury and nutty elements and a long, complex finish. The ham in this pack has been hand-carved by a master carver.

Harmonious sweet and savoury notes. Four generations of expertise. Great for picnics. Produced by a company in Guijuelo, Salamanca who have been making iberico hams for more than 100 years. The hams are produced from the meat of outdoor reared, free range Iberico pigs that have fed on natural grasses, cereals and, on occasion, acorns. Cured for 3 years, this is an excellent entry-level Iberico ham with a gently sweet aroma, a well-judged combination of savoury and sweeter notes and a long, clean aftertaste.

The Brindisa bellota ham is made from pigs of 75% Ibérico breed that have fattened up on acorns on the dehesa of Extremadura for 10-12 weeks at the end of their lives. The hams are then expertly cured in Guijuelo, Salamanca for between 30 and 36 months. The ham has a sweet and nutty aroma with an excellent balance between the savoury and nutty elements and a long, complex finish. Minimum weight 7kg  Find out more about Spanish Ham and how to carve at our Ham School.