Christmas with & W.J Castle Butchers of the Cotswolds
Celebrating 209 years of Christmases with traditional quality produce. You can find our order forms on the top of the shop counters and/or inside this brochure. Please don t hesitate to ask one of our friendly staff about any of the products in this brochure or other products that you might require over the Christmas period. We will all be more than happy to help and give you an idea of sizes and costs and even cooking instructions! We would like to say a huge thank you for all of your support throughout the year, as it s you who makes us. From all of us, Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year. Jesse Smith & W.J Castle Pricing, Ordering and Collection Ordering We hope that our brochure has inspired you and shown you how our produce and our farms can help to create a vibrant foodie Christmas. Please pick up both our Christmas and New Year ordering form from the counter to make sure that we are able to get everything you need. Please ensure that you run though the order with your butcher. Pricing Much of our Christmas and New Year produce is priced on a size/weight basis. Our Butchers will be only too happy to provide you with an accurate cost, based on your specific requirements. Have a look in our shops at products that are currently priced to get a feel of what might suit you. Collection On your order sheet please highlight a collection date and we will have your produce ready.
We re proud that our local Bronze Turkeys are well fed and free ranging Make it a Christmas to remember... Hand Selected, Dry Aged Turkey A table piece worth talking about This Year we celebrate a 26th Year relationship with our turkey farmer. Born and reared just 10 miles away for Cirencester we believe that over these years we have been able to give our customer the very best turkeys the UK can offer. The full flavour, depth and juicy bite that creates a Christmas dinner to remember is achieved from our turkeys as they are reared for eight months rather than the conventional three. Our turkeys are hand plucked and dry aged to ensure that every bird has an intense, succulent flavour and are a delight to serve. Choose your bird. Local Free Range Bronze Turkey Known for a slightly gamey flavour these birds enjoy wooded areas and nettles to graze on. Local fresh White Turkey A fantastically high quality bird specially reared for us locally. Traditionally plucked and dressed. Organic Free Range Copas Turkeys This year we are proud to be selling Copas Turkeys. We personally collect these from Kings Coppice Farm, Berkshire. Bronze Turkey White Turkey 4.5kg to 6.0kg (10lb to 13lb) 10 people 3.5kg to 5kg (7.5lb 11lb) 6-8 people 6kg to 7.5 (13lb to 16.5lb) 12 people 5kg to 7.5 kg (11lb-16lb) 10-12 people 7.5kg to 9kg (16.5lb-20lb) 14 people 7.5kg to 9kg (16.5lb 20lb) 14-16 people This guide allows leftovers for the all important Christmas sandwiches! Delicious Bronze Turkey 6 Other sizes available
Easy to cook. Easy to carve. Hassle free. Boneless Turkey Range A succulent alternative to a whole bird. Boneless Turkey Breast A popular choice amongst those that favour breast meat. Available as a double breast, single breast or half joints. Stuffed Boneless Turkey Breast Why not have the nation s favourite sage and onion or orange and cranberry stuffing? Please don t hesitate to bring in your own homemade stuffing if you would like us to stuff your turkey breast. Three Bird Christmas Boneless Special Breast of turkey, duck and pheasant all in one delicious roast. Boneless Single Breast Joint 6 Other sizes available Sage & Onion Stuffed Boneless Turkey Breast 13 Turkey Breast Stuffed Turkey Breast Single breast 2.5kg (5lb) 6 people Single stuffed breast 2.7kg (6lb) Three Bird Special 7 people Single breast of each 6-7 people Whole double Breast 5kg (10lb) 12 people Whole stuffed double breast 5.4kg (11lb) 13 people Double Breast of each 12-14 people Have your own idea? Why not come and have a chat Please note: Alll weights are approximate
Traditionally Reared Free Range Free Range Goose, Duck & Chicken A delicious alternative to traditional turkey. Local Free Range Geese Hand selected Geese, bread and reared local. Our Geese are able to relax in water baths and free to roam in grass land which truly reflects in the quality of the product. They are able to pick up natural goodness from the land and natural minerals that flavour the meat. We have been working with our geese farm fro 6 year now and have establish a fantastic relation to give our customer the best birds possible. Local Free Range Cockerels Free Range Chicken Guaranteed to have the highest possible levels of animal welfare our free range chickens are slowly grown giving a wonderful flavour, texture and taste incomparable with mass production birds. Free Range Whole Duck Our whole Devon ducks are reared slowly in small flocks and are fed on corn, vegetable protein, minerals and vitamins, which results in a full flavoured bird. Freestones Goose 5-6 Used primarily at Christmas, cockerels or capons are a sought after favourite at Christmas. Cockerels have the succulent taste of chicken and are able to provide a much larger bird for the family roast. Free Range Cotswold Roast Chicken 5-6 Other sizes available All our birds roam free on grass and feed on natural nutrients Geese Cockerels & Chickens Ducks 5-6kg (10lb-12lb) 5-6 people 1.5kg (3.7lb)- 2kg (4lb) Chicken 4-5 people 2.5kg (5lb) 4-5 people 2.5kg (5lb) Chicken 5-6 people 4kg (8lbs)- 5.5kg (11lb) Cockerels 8-10 people
The Beef that built our name Chunk Rib Loin Sirloin Ro Brisket Plate Flank Our Signature Dry Aged Beef Shank Beef bred as nature intended. Our beef is hung traditionally on the bone for a minimum of 28 days in our purpose built Himalayan salt, dry aging chamber. These methods will bring a depth in flavour and tenderness to your Christmas feast. We use quality breeds such as, Aberdeen Angus, Hereford and Long Horn. Select Dry Aged Rib of Beef on the bone Rolled Sirloin of Beef Rolled Topside of Beef Rib of Beef On the bone 4 Rib 6-10+ Other sizes available Aged for at least 30 days, the King of the Roast and a stunning centre piece. Hung and matured on the bone, we cut and roll to your requirement. This fantastically popular joint is easy to carve and creates no waste. A true British favourite. Matured for at least 21 days our Topside is full of flavour and is ready to be roasted. Rib of Beef on the bone Rolled Sirloin Topside 2 ribs 4-6 people 2kg (4lb) 4-6 people 2kg (4lb) 4-6 people 4 ribs 6-10+ people 4kg (8lb) 8-12 people 4kg (8lb) 8-12 people
Plain Pork Cocktail Sausages, twisted with Streaky Bacon Our Free Range Signature Pork Slowly reared outdoors, fully flavoured pork Hand made, Free Range Pork Sausages Using traditional breeding methods our pork enjoys the best welfare standards possible. The pigs are allowed to roam freely in all the natural elements, which helps that crackling to be unforgettable. We use local Gloucester Old Spot pork crossed with a Large White to give the fantastic flavour of the Gloucester Old Spot and the Large White allows for a perfectly shaped joint. We also use Blythburgh pork, which is well known for its welfare standards and depth in flavour. Leg of Pork Boned & Rolled A butchers masterpiece. Our free range legs of pork create an easy carve pork joint. Slightly leaner than shoulder of pork but still has a good cover of that crackling we all love. Hand made Christmas Sausages & Sausage Meats We make all of our sausages by hand. This ensures unbeatable taste and texture. We are delighted to bring a large range of sausages to your table using fresh herbs, spices and our award winning recipes. Add some crackle to your Christmas Our own sausage meat comes in 1lb tubes ideal for stuffing and finishing your Christmas meals. 1 tube serves 3 people. Butchers Traditional Sausage A classic at Christmas. Simply uses the finest cuts of pork, breadcrumbs and light seasoning. Cranberry & Orange Sausage Meat Our Christmas special sausage meat, using cranberries, the finest pork cuts and a hint of fresh citrus. Cotswold Stuffing The finest pork cuts mixed with fresh sage, sliced white onion and a slight butcher s twist. Rack Pork Shoulder Pork Leg Pork ½ rack 4 people 2kg (4lb) 6 people 2kg (4lb) 6 people Whole rack 8 people 4kg (8lb) 10 people 4kg (8lb) 10 people Leg of Pork Boned & Rolled 6 Other sizes available
Traditional Cotswold Lamb Our Signature Cotswold Grass Fed Lamb With the fabulous rolling Cotswold hills around us, our specially selected lambs are allowed to roam and grow slowly on some of the best land in England. We allow our lamb to hang on the bone for 5 to 8 days. This produces mouth-watering lamb which is incomparable to growth enhanced production lamb. Leg of Lamb on the Bone One of the best loved and most traditional roasts. Our leg of lamb is rich and full flavoured. One of the leaner joints this can be cooked and carved on the bone Christmas Lamb Special - Stuffed Saddle of Lamb Boneless saddle of lamb stuffed with minced lamb and a fresh mint and parsley stuffing. Stuffed Saddle Leg on Lamb on bone Half 3 people Half leg 3-4 people Whole 5-6 people Whole leg 5-6 people Leg of Lamb on the bone Half Leg 3-4 Cannon of Venison Local Venison Our local Cotswold venison is sourced from A. Witchell Boldridge Farm Long Newnton. The venison is reared on parkland and is selected for us. With our 7 year relationship we are able to give our customer the perfect product. Cannon of Venison Taken from the eye of the loin this is a stunning fully trimmed, lean melt-in-the-mouth meal. High Flying Local Game Our pheasants and partridges are sourced from Cowley Woods, Gloucestershire. We are proud to have complete exclusivity of their birds. Bred on hills these birds are high flying and are allowed to roam over large areas of woodland, which increases their texture and flavour. Whole birds, breast and legs available Whole Cowley Pheasant Pheasant Breast Portion A wonderfully lean cut. Wing bone in, skin on.
Cooked Hams & Gammons Half Home Cooked Honey Roast Ham 5-8 people Hams using our unique recipes and traditional techniques. Each ham is dressed by hand and is bespoke for you. Plain Cooked Ham Our home cooked plain gammons are cooked and prepared in house. Honey Roast Our gammon is glazed with blossom honey, dark brown sugar, lemon and whole cloves. Signature Christmas Ham Our plain gammon glazed with a reduction of sherry vinegar, orange and lemon juices combined with a mixture of spices and wild flower honey. All our hams are boneless for ease of carving, unless otherwise requested. Gammons & Bacon Sandridge Farmhouse Bacon have been supplying us with artisan products for 25 years this Christmas. With this relationship we are able to source the finest bacon and gammons for our customers. Sandridge uses a cure that dates back to the 1840s and top grade Oak and Beach wood in the smoking process. Plain Gammons Traditional Christmas favourites, which can be cooked plain or flavoured. Smoked Gammon Oak and Beach smoke creates a rich and deep flavour taken from the finest pork legs. Half Home Cooked Plain Ham 5 to 8 people Cooked & Glazed Hams Smoked & Plain Gammons Half 2.5-3kg (5lb-6lb) 5-8 people Half 2kg-2.5kg (4lb-5lb) 4-5 people Whole 5-6kg (10lb-12lb) 10-12 people Whole 4.5kg-5kg (9lb-10lb) 8-10 people Half Signature Christmas Ham 5-8 people
Hand topped Pâté Brussels Pâté Topped with caramelised apples, Cranberry s and crispy pancetta. Mushroom Pâté Topped with a wild garlic and herb crush and walnuts. Duck Le Noir Canard Rolled in a Pistachio and orange Crumb with fresh season herbs. Pies & Pastries Home made small pies New York Style Pie Our tradition pork pie sandwiched between our home cured and cooked beef pastrami, Dijon mustard, Dill gherkins and topped with melted mozzarella and mature cheddar cheese. Pork Apple & Black Pudding Pie Using the finest cuts of old spot cross pork mixed with black pudding and local cider topped with our seasonal apple chutney. Huntsman Pie Based on our traditional pork pie, layered with succulent chicken breast and topped with sage and onion stuffing. Home made extra large pies Turkey, Stuffing & Cranberry Topped Pie Our succulent turkey sliced and packed with a cranberry and orange wholemeal stuffing, topped with fresh cranberry and spiced cranberry jelly. Choose your pie size. Christmas Game Pie Traditional pork pie mix layered with our own pheasant breasts, poached apricots & prunes. Signature Traditional Pork Pie Our all butter hot water crust pastry filled with shoulder and belly pork mixed with spices and seasoning. Size 1lb Small Pie 1-2 people 4½lb Medium Pie 6-8 people 7lb Large Pie 12-14 people 15lb Extra Large Pie 30+ people
Our Essential Christmas Cheeses From all the classic British and European Cheeses, we have selected the very best which make our Christmas, and which we hope will make yours. All are collected from British farms, or imported from Europe by us. These cheeses make perfect individual gifts, or they may be combined to create a bespoke cheese selection. Crackers & Chutneys At Jesse Smith & W.J Castle we like to think that we understand artisan cheese. So we know what complements and flatters it. We offer: A variety of the very best Crackers and Biscuits. Quince Membrillo for cheese Fruits and Whole Fruits for Cheese. English Pickles and Chutneys for Cheese Christmas Condiments & Essential Extras From chutneys to brandy butter, we pick the best condiments to grace your table this festive season. From Highgrove Goose Fat & Duck Dripping to our aged homemade Christmas puddings, we have a range of delightful flavours for that extra festive touch. Each of these products has been specially selected by us, with a specific type of cheese in mind. We also have Olive Oils chosen with only one thing in mind: FLAVOUR! And not forgetting a great selection of vinegars
Easy Carve Hamper 80 Idea for 4 people Single White Turkey Boneless Turkey Breast 2.5kg select Plain Gammon rolled 6 Pigs in blanket made with our tradition sausage mix 1 tube of tradition hand made sausage meat 1 pack of our finest Sage and onion stuffing balls 2kg old spot cross pork Roasting Joint All the trimmings 150 Idea for 5-7 people 6-7kg whole Fresh Turkey 2 kg Aged Topside Joint 1/2 Tradition glazed honey roast ham 2 tubes of tradition hand made sausage meat 12 pigs in blankets 1 pack of our finest Sage and onion stuffing balls 12 Rashes of Smoked Streaky 12 tradition Hand Made Sausages 1/2 leg of grass fed Cotswold lamb Meat Lover Hamper 100 Idea for 4-6 people 6-7kg whole Fresh Turkey 2kg Aged Topside Joint 2.5kg select Plain Gammon rolled 6 Pigs in blanket made with our tradition sausage mix 1 tube of tradition hand made sausage meat 1 pack of our finest Sage and onion stuffing balls + Also includes all your Christmas condiments 1 Jar our finest goose fat 1 Jar of cranberry sauce 1 Jar of horseradish 1 Jar of Mint Sauce 1 box of stuffing
Jesse Smith Farm Shop Unit 13A, 19 Love Lane, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 1YG Tel. 01285 653352 Jesse Smith Cirencester Blackjack Street, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 2AA Tel. 01285 653387 Jesse Smith Tetbury Long Street, Tetbury, Glos. GL8 8AA Tel. 01666 502730 W.J Castle Northleach The Green, Northleach, Cheltenham GL54 3EX Tel. 01451 860243 W.J Castle Burford High Street, Burford, Oxon. OX8 4RG Tel. 01993 822113 Visit us online at www.jessesmith.co.uk