Salamanca: Iberian ham masterclass and tasting
Iberian ham masterclass at Ibéricos Torreón just outside Salamanca: origin, grading and curing, a visit to the cellar and drying rooms, and a tasting of 100% Iberian acorn-fed ham with Sierra wine. Rated 4.9/5.
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Practical details
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Guide languages
- English · Spanish
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes · flag it when booking
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Masterclass on Iberian ham
- Visit to the cellar and drying rooms
- Tasting of 100% Iberian acorn-fed ham
- Traditional cured sausages
- Glass of Sierra de Salamanca wine
Our take
Salamanca is ham country, and here you learn to spot a genuine acorn-fed ham at the very house that cures it. Few reviews, but excellent ones, and a very fair price.
What's included
- Iberian ham masterclass
- Cellar and drying-room visit
- Tasting of acorn-fed ham and sausages
- Glass of wine
Not included
- Transport to the company
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Not suitable for
- Vegans or vegetarians
Things to keep in mind
- You need your own transport to Villares de la Reina
Meeting point
Ibéricos Torreón, Paseo de las Delicias, 67, Villares de la Reina.
Make your own way there: it's about 10 minutes' drive from central Salamanca.
The experience
What you will see
- The ham cellar and drying rooms.
- How Iberian ham is graded.
- A tasting of ham and cured sausages.
How it works
You arrive at Ibéricos Torreón, attend the class on breeds, feeding and curing, tour the cellar and drying rooms and finish with the tasting and a glass of wine.
Who I recommend it for
- Ham and food lovers.
- Anyone wanting to learn to tell qualities apart.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Vegans or vegetarians.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
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