Sliced Jamon Iberico By Fermin

Arrived super quick and very well packaged. Now, for the taste. Wow! I am a long time fan of Prosciutto Di Parma but this stuff is in a class of its own. Pricey, but worth it to try. I could eat an entire pound of the stuff but there is something about small quantities that seems to make me appreciate and enjoy something more than usual. It has a sweet smooth flavor and just enough salt. In fact, I enjoyed this more than the Iberico de Bellota. This stuff really does melt in your mouth. Also, I think the fat is best part. Enjoy this with a piece of Parmigiano-Reggiano, a good crusty bread and a glass of Brunello di Montalcino red wine and you ARE good to go!

The packaging was basic, no freezer bag, and the Jamon was certainly tasty yet it was too dry that it had bits stuck to the packaging cardboard and the Jamon had an unpleasant aroma.

First of all, you should know that currently Fermin is the only company authorized to import Jamon Iberico into the United States. They setup US-approved butchering facilities in Spain to permit the legal import of this meat into the US. Any other Jamon Iberico you obtain here was either not approved through US Customs or is mislabeled. This is expensive, but is superior to even Jamon Serrano. Each slice is packed with INTENSE flavor that reflects the rich diet of the pig from which it came. The shipper includes an ice pack, so you're better off ordering this during cool seasons.

The ham was fine when it arrived, it was packed with dry ice and gelled ice packs. However, it has a very strong plastic aftertaste. I would not recommend this product for that reason. Sigh....the search continues.

The picture makes you think you re getting a big ham. All it is is just a flat package of real thin bacon strip slices. It tasted almost rotten. Thank God I didn't get sick. The Dollar store has tastier ham than this!

Loved It!!!! Served it as an appetizer with blue brie, french bread and sparkling wine, my guest loved it too it was their first time trying it. It has a delicious distinct taste, the meat is sliced thin and melts in your tongue. Wish I could find it locally. I did not experience that plastic package taste the other reviewer mentioned.

I was excited to try this Jamon, and I did try it despite the fact that the ice? that it was packed in was completely melted thus leaving wet and watery packaging which was kind of weird. It was cured meat so I tried it anyway and didn't get sick or anything. The ham itself was quite tasty and I like the fact that I was even able to try it without having to pay $25 for a slice at a fancy restaurant. I doubt I would order again, but if you REALLY want to try it, this was an alright way to get access to this meat.

The flavor if this meat is superb, I wish I could afford more, I had heard so much about it, and just wanted the experience. It was awesome!