Warsaw, North Carolina Est. 1952

We cure hams the way Granddaddy taught us — slow, patient, and right.

For over 70 years, Westwater Country Hams has been putting authentic, hand-cured Southern ham on tables across the region. No shortcuts. No machines doing the work that hands should do.

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70+

Years of Craft

100%

Hand-Cured

Week Curing

Artisanal country ham being prepared in a traditional curing room

Family Owned

Third Generation

70+

Years

Our Story

A Warsaw tradition that tastes like it should.

Westwater Country Hams started in 1952 when our grandfather loaded his first batch of pork hams into a smokehouse behind his home on the outskirts of Warsaw. He believed that if you treat the meat right — salt it properly, cure it slowly, and smoke it with honest oak and hickory — the ham will tell you everything you need to know.

Today, his grandchildren keep that same standard. Every ham we produce is hand-rubbed with our blend of sea salt, brown sugar, and spices, then cured for a full four weeks before going into the smokehouse. We don't rush it. We don't cut corners. And we don't sell anything we wouldn't put on our own table.

Hand-Rubbed

Every ham gets a thorough hand application of our cure blend.

Oak & Hickory

Real wood smoke, no liquid smoke shortcuts or artificial flavors.

Our Hams

From our smokehouse to your table

Every ham is cured, smoked, and ready to cook. We offer a range of sizes and styles to fit your family, your gathering, or your kitchen.

Best Seller

Whole Country Ham

Our signature full ham, cured for four weeks and smoked over oak and hickory. Serves 15–20 people.

Available in 8–16 lb Inquire

Half Country Ham

Same traditional cure and smoke, in a manageable half portion. Ideal for families of 6–10.

Available in 4–8 lb Inquire

Holiday Special

Spiral Cut Ham

Fully cooked and pre-sliced in a spiral for easy serving. Just warm and go — perfect for holidays.

Pre-sliced, ready to heat Inquire

Ham Steaks

Thick-cut steaks from our cured hams. Pan-fry, grill, or bake — a quick weeknight dinner winner.

Pack of 4–6 steaks Inquire

House-Smoked Bacon

Bacon from our cured hams, smoked to perfection. Thick-cut, smoky, and unlike anything from the supermarket.

Thick-cut, vacuum-sealed Inquire

Holiday ham gift basket with sides and condiments

Gift Ready

Holiday Gift Baskets

A curated ham and sides gift box, beautifully packaged. Perfect for hosts, teachers, or anyone who appreciates real food.

Customizable arrangements Inquire

The Process

Patience is our secret ingredient

There's no way to rush a proper country ham. Here's what goes into every Westwater ham before it reaches your kitchen.

Selection

We source only the finest pork hams from trusted regional farms, choosing cuts with the right marbling and fat cover for curing.

Dry Cure

Each ham is hand-rubbed with our proprietary blend of sea salt, brown sugar, and spices, then packed and cured for four full weeks.

Smoke

Cured hams go into our smokehouse for a slow smoke over real oak and hickory wood, developing color and flavor over many hours.

Rest & Ship

After smoking, hams rest to let the flavors meld. Then we vacuum-seal and ship them fresh to your door — or you can pick them up right here in Warsaw.

Visit Us

Come see the smokehouse in person

We're located right off NC 24 and 50 Highway in Warsaw, and we welcome visitors anytime during business hours. Stop by to browse our selection, place a custom order, or just talk ham with us.

Address

1277 NC 24 and 50 Hwy
Warsaw, NC 28398

Phone

(191) 029-37294

Hours

Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sun: Closed

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Whether you need a single ham for Sunday dinner or a bulk order for your restaurant, we'd love to hear from you. Fill out the form below or give us a call.

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