Guides to Iberian ham and shoulder covering breed, feeding system, colour seals, Iberian percentages, formats, curing, producing areas and protected designations. This hub brings together comparisons between acorn-fed, field-fed and grain-fed categories, explanations of black, red, green and white seals, differences between ham and shoulder, storage of whole pieces and sliced packs, yield and buying decisions. We also discuss signs such as yellow fat, sweating, dryness, smell or slice colour. The aim is to separate legal classification, sensory quality and personal preference so each label and product is easier to understand.