Griffin and Morris Village Butchers, Berwick, were named creators of Victoria's best boneless ham in the 2019 Australian PorkMark Ham Awards.
"To achieve a winning product, you must start with the best of fresh produce," Kerr Griffin said.
"Our ham is tender, tasty and juicy with a nice smoke flavour.
"We encourage our customers to taste the ham before buying so that they know how good the ham will be.
"The best way to serve Christmas ham, honestly, is to just carve and eat cold.
"Glazing is more about creating an effect."
Australian Pork Limited marketing communications manager Mitch Edwards said this Christmas would be one where the demands on those cooking and the principles of those producing the hero of the table are matched.
"We know people are paying more attention to where their food comes from and how it's raised," Mr Edwards said.
"When you're cooking for the people you love most, sustainable, local and ethical ingredients play a role, but taste and value for money reign king."
In addition, Australian Pork is using the season to highlight the fact that the majority of hams sold in Australia are made from imported pork.
"We want to specifically call this out as unless consumers are aware, they may not actively be looking for Australian at point of purchase," Mr Edwards said.
"When it comes to ham, if it's on the bone, then it's one of our own.
"However, if you're buying a boneless ham, look for an almost full bar chart on the packaging to be sure your ham is made from 100 per cent Australian pork."
Judging of the Australian PorkMark Ham Awards took place earlier this year, with a total of 140 entries being assessed on appearance, aroma, form and taste.
In the Victorian bone-in competition, Andrew's Choice Smokehouse, Laverton North, took top honours, L&L Master Butchers, Bentleigh, placed second, with Arnold Family Butchers, Boort, third.
Lago Paramount Smallgoods, Melbourne, took out second place in the Victorian boneless competition, with Barkley Smokehouse Pty Ltd, Preston, rounding out the top three.
