What is the difference between Jabugo ham and Ibrico ham?
Jabugo ham is ham that has been produced and prepared in the territory of Jabugo (Huelva). Hams have been produced in this area – belonging to the Designation of Origin Jamn de Huelva – since time immemorial. Because of its fame many people believe that this ham comes from a special breed of pig, although it does not. The best hams produced in this area come from Iberian breed pigs, including a local strain of the breed: “el manchado” (spotted pig) of Jabugo, thus called because of the white spots on its skin. In fact, the best Jabugo ham is actually Ibrico ham.
