FAQs Archive - Page 2 of 3 - Fermín Iberico

Q: What the 100% Iberico acorn-fed pig eat?

The feeding of our 100% Iberico acorn-fed pigs is based on their first weeks of breast milk and over time they start to feed on feed (grass and cereals). In the last period of their life, the fattening starts. Here they start eating the acorns (during the Montanera season, from October to February). In addition, they also eat roots, herbs and anything nature provides. You can read more about the montanera here .

Q: Is the Iberico pig black?

Not all the Iberico pigs are black. There are different types of Iberico pig. Black, red, spotted and blond pigs are distinguished, and within these groups we then classified the specific breed like “lampiño or retinto”.

Q: What is the difference between a ham and a shoulder?

The ham is a larger piece and is the front leg. The shoulder is smaller and is the back leg.

Q: What is the difference between Fermín Serrano and other Serrano hams?

A lot! You can learn about the difference here .

Q: What is the difference between the Serrano and the Iberico Ham?

They are totally different, starting from the breed of the animal, what they eat, where they live. You can read about both both of these categories here .