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Nueske's Bone-In Smoked Ham vs Amana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.

Buy the Amana if you want a mildly cured, gluten-free half ham with a strong review record and a clear reheating plan. Buy the Nueske's if you want an old-fashioned, applewood-smoked ham with no water added and a skinless, shankless cut that carves cleanly. The Amana is rated 4.9 from 28 ratings and the Nueske's 4.8 from 14, so the scores are close but the Amana has more feedback behind it. No prices were provided for either ham, so compare live store prices before you commit.

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Nueske's
Nueske's Bone-In Smoked Ham

Nueske's Bone-In Smoked Ham

4.8· 14 ratings

Choose the Nueske's if you want a skinless, shankless, no-water-added ham smoked over applewood and sold as a 7 lb half.

Pros
  • No water added, so more meat per pound
  • Applewood smoking gives a sweet-smoky flavor
  • Skinless and shankless for easy carving
Fully cooked and ready to slice
Cons
  • Fewer ratings than the Amana
  • No gluten-free label listed
  • No reheating times or freezer guidance given
  • Fixed 7 lb size
Amana
Amana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.

Amana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.

4.9· 28 ratings

Choose the Amana if you want a gluten-free, mildly cured half ham in the 7-9 lb range with simple 325°F reheating instructions.

Pros
  • Gluten-free and fully cooked
  • Clear oven instructions: 325°F for 14-16 minutes per pound
  • Freezer storage up to three months
  • Higher rating from more reviewers
Cons
  • One reviewer found it not much better than a store-bought ham for the price
  • Weight varies from 7 to 9 lb
  • Mild cure may taste less distinctive than an old-fashioned ham

What separates them

Nueske's Bone-In Smoked HamAmana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.
CureOld-fashioned, not water-addedMildly cured
SmokeSlow-smoked over applewood embersFully smoked
CutSkinless, bone-in, shanklessBone-in half ham
Weight7 lb half ham7-9 lb range
Dietary labelingNo gluten-free claim listedGluten-free
Reheating guidanceFully cooked, ready to slice325°F, 14-16 minutes per pound
Freezer storageNot statedUp to three months
Ratings4.8 from 14 ratings4.9 from 28 ratings

Price history

  • Nueske's Bone-In Smoked Ham: lowest $77.99 on Nov 2 at Nueske's.
  • Amana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.: lowest $74.95 on Nov 2 at Amana Meat Shop.

Prices at every store

Nueske's Bone-In Smoked Ham

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Amana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.

  • Amana Meat Shop & SmokehouseCheck price at Amana Meat Shop & Smokehouse
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Specs compared

SpecNueske's Bone-In Smoked HamAmana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.
StyleHam—
SubtypeOld Fashioned—
CutSkinless, Bone-In, Shankless—
FormWhole (Whole Ham), Whole (Half Ham)—
Weight7 lbs (Half Ham)—
Meat TypeHam—
Free OfWater-added—
Smoked StatusSmoked—
Variety—Ham
Fresh / Frozen—Fresh
Type—Pork
Weight range—7-9 lb.
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SpecNueske's Bone-In Smoked HamAmana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.
Serving size—3/4 lb.
Dietary—Gluten-Free
Curing—mildly cured
Smoking—fully smoked
Cooking state—fully cooked
Bone—Bone-In
Oven temperature—325 degrees
Heating time—14-16 minutes/pound
Freezer storage—up to three months

What reviewers say

Nueske's Bone-In Smoked Ham

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 14 ratings, a small but very positive sample. Buyers tend to praise the smoky flavor and the firm, sliceable texture of a no-water-added ham.

Pros
  • Sweet-smoky applewood flavor
  • Slices cleanly off the bone
  • Dense meat, not watery
Cons
  • Small number of ratings to judge from
  • Bone weight reduces usable meat

Amana Half Bone-In Smoked Ham, 7-9 lb.

Buyers rate it very highly, calling it the best-tasting ham they have had and an Easter staple. One reviewer found it not much better than a store-bought ham for the price.

Pros
  • Tender, melts-in-your-mouth texture
  • Rich, consistent flavor
  • Reliable holiday centerpiece
  • Consistent quality order after order
Cons
  • One buyer questioned the value versus a supermarket ham

Questions and answers

Which ham is better for a holiday dinner?
Both are fully cooked half hams sized for a family meal. The Amana gives you exact reheating times, which helps on a busy holiday. The Nueske's is skinless and shankless, so it carves into cleaner slices.
Which one has less added water?
The Nueske's is explicitly not a water-added product. The Amana is described as mildly cured but makes no water-added claim, so the Nueske's is the safer pick if that matters to you.
Is the Amana ham gluten-free?
Yes. The Amana is labeled gluten-free. The Nueske's listing makes no gluten-free claim, so check with the maker if you need that.
How long does each ham keep in the freezer?
The Amana lists freezer storage of up to three months. The Nueske's listing gives no freezer guidance, so follow the package date or ask the store.
Is the Amana worth the price over the Nueske's?
No prices were provided for either ham, so compare current store prices on this page. The Amana has more ratings and clear reheating instructions; the Nueske's offers a no-water-added, applewood-smoked cure.
Which is easier to carve?
The Nueske's is skinless and shankless, which makes slicing simpler. The Amana is bone-in without a shankless claim, so expect a bit more work around the bone.

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