The Makers of Hormel® Cure 81 ham Introduce New Vermont Maple Spiral Sliced Ham

AUSTIN, Minn. — The makers of Hormel® Cure 81® ham announced today the launch of its all-new Vermont Maple Spiral Sliced Half Ham, a bone-in, premium ham made with real Vermont maple.

“The new Hormel® Cure 81® Vermont Maple Spiral Sliced Half Ham is fully-cooked and perfect for that special occasion, family get-together, or holiday meal,” said Megan Elliott, brand manager at Hormel Foods. “You can trust the Hormel® Cure 81® brand to help you deliver an irresistible ham we’re sure everyone will love!”

Handcrafted with the highest standards for taste and texture, Hormel® Cure 81® Vermont Maple Spiral Sliced Half Ham comes with authentic Vermont maple flavor baked into the ham along with a tasty glaze packet for added flavor and crunch. Additionally, each ham is individually stamped with our Curemaster’s signature of approval and is guaranteed to deliver the premium quality, flavor and tenderness ham lovers desire.

“We noticed maple flavor trending on menus within the foodservice space on restaurant menus, both casual and fine dining,” added Elliott.  “Additionally, we saw maple trending in the grocery store in areas including refrigerated meats, making a real Vermont maple option a natural fit for the Hormel® Cure 81® brand.”

Found in the refrigerated aisle, Hormel® Cure 81® Vermont Maple Spiral Sliced Ham will be sold at select retailers such as Kroger, Price Chopper, Hy-Vee and Brookshire Grocery Company.

For more information about all Hormel® Cure 81® hams, including recipes, nutritional information and where to buy, visit www.hormel.com/Brands/Cure81 or follow the brand on social media at www.facebook.com/Cure81Ham and www.instagram.com/cure81ham.

About Hormel Foods – Inspired People. Inspired Food.
Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with over $9 billion in annual revenues across 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include SKIPPY®SPAM®Hormel® Natural Choice®Applegate®Justin’s®Columbus®Wholly Guacamole®Hormel® Black Label® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of “The 100 Best Corporate Citizens” by Corporate Responsibility Magazine for the ninth year in a row and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. In 2016, the company celebrated its 125th anniversary and announced its new vision for the future – Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ – focusing on its legacy of innovation. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com and https://csr.hormelfoods.com/.