Jamón Ibérico is a type of ham made from the Iberian pig, which has a rich, nutty flavor and smooth texture. The Iberian pig is a spotted pig that is only found in the southern part of Spain and in southwestern France. Jamón Ibérico is aged for a minimum of 18 months and is made of a mixture of the muscles of the back and belly pig, as well as the meat from the leg and shoulder. The ham is cured and sometimes smoked with white oak. It is then baked or boiled in the salty liquid that is left over from the process. This salty liquid is called the "jus de viande" and is used as a condiment to add flavor to the ham. "Jamón Ibérico" is often translated to "Iberian ham."