Cinco Jotas is the most iconic acorn-fed Ibérico ham brand in the world, that has been producing the best “pata negra” ham from Jabugo, Spain, for over 140 years. It reflects the brilliance of Spanish cuisine and is considered a world renowned masterpiece. It is the number 1 Ibérico brand in terms of awareness and image in Spain and leader in the super premium ham segment worldwide.
Declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, the Jabugo nat-ural parks offer abundant rains, a mild climate and Atlantic breezes to create the perfect location in which to obtain what many claim to be the best ham in the world. This gourmet product has been distinguished with the highest Iberian Quality Standard grade achievable, as evidenced by the prestigious five-star black label.
Cinco Jotas master artisans in Jabugo have shared their knowledge and experience for generations to create each. Cinco Jotas ham as a gastronomic piece of art. This expert team relies on their knowledge and experience to follow the curing process obsessively to the most minute detail. They work with passion and pride facing the great responsibility of creating Cinco Jotas, the most exclusive ham in the world, that exceed the highest quality standards.
Founded in 1879, Cinco Jotas is a premium gourmet brand of acorn-fed 100% Ibérico ham of the highest quality. It is a 100% family-owned business, led by seventh generation members of the Osborne family. Raised free range in the woodlands of Jabugo (Southwest Spain), Cinco Jotas’ native Ibérico pigs feed on acorns, roots and herbs.
Cinco Jotas’ native Ibérico pigs feed on acorns, roots and herbs. The ancestral traditions of five generations of experts have helped create a product that respects both local culture and the artisanal process. A portion of all proceeds from its ham products goes towards preserving the Spanish meadows (dehesas) by way of the University of Huelva.
Now the official partner of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants (an exclusive annual event in the world of international gastronomy), as well as the renowned university Basque Culinay Center and many prestigious international chefs, Cinco Jotas is sold in over 45 countries, in some of the most famous restaurants and Foodhalls, including Harrods in London, Galeries Lafayette in Paris or Kadewe in Berlin. An unparalelled product, the only ham that preserves the purity and authenticity of the pure Iberico breed while exposing textures and aromas that entice your senses.