Four generations since 1890
Guijuelo Iberian ham: buy direct from the producer
Buying Guijuelo ham shouldn't be an act of faith. When you buy from Hernández Jiménez, it's a direct sale from the producer: we make it, we cure it, we ship it. Four generations of the same family, one single factory, Guijuelo since 1890.
What direct sale means in practice
Direct sale means there is nobody between the cellar and your table. No distributor, no platform adding a margin, no chain deciding which pieces come in and which don't. We produce, select and ship. The price you see on this page is the factory price: what it would cost if you came to pick it up in Guijuelo yourself — except we bring it to you.
That has two practical consequences. First: quality stays under our control from start to finish, with no intermediate stops or third-party warehouses. Second: if something isn't right, you speak to the person who cured your piece, not a generic support service.
Why Guijuelo is the finest home of Iberian ham
Guijuelo sits at the foot of the Sierra de Béjar, at around 1,000 metres of altitude. It is one of the highest ham-curing areas in Europe. The dry northerly winds and the long, cold winters allow a slow natural cure, without chambers or dehumidifiers. The salt penetrates evenly, the enzymes work slowly and the result is a recognisable sensory profile: lower perceived saltiness, more pronounced sweetness, a long, clean finish, smooth fat that infiltrates without saturating.
In 1986, producers from Guijuelo founded the first Protected Denomination of Origin for Iberian ham in Spain. Hernández Jiménez was among the co-founders. Forty years later we are still doing the same: acorns from the dehesa, cold from Béjar, time.
Which types of Guijuelo ham you can buy here
These are the five most representative profiles in our catalogue, ordered from most accessible to most premium:
Our flagship: Summun selection of the finest batches, 48 months cured in a century-old Guijuelo cellar, 9-10 kg.
439,00 €
The peak: 100% pure Iberian breed, acorn-fed in the montanera, cured in a natural Guijuelo cellar.
384,00 €
Awarded 3 stars and 91.2% by 200+ professionals. 30-40 months cured in a century-old Guijuelo cellar.
351,00 €
The everyday Iberian ham: bold flavour and aroma, natural Guijuelo ageing. Best value in the catalogue.
177,90 €Not sure which one fits you? We break it down below.
How to choose the ham that suits you best
- If you've never tried a premium ham: start with 50% Iberian grain-fed ham. An entry-level product with a balanced flavour and an accessible price.
- If you want something balanced for family consumption: 75% Bellota Iberian ham, Guijuelo PDO. The best value for money in the catalogue according to our cellar master.
- If it's a VIP gift or a treat for yourself: Pata negra PDO or Summum (the pieces that pass the cellar master's final filter).
- If it's a lower-budget gift: Tasting pack with envelopes of ham, loin, chorizo and salchichón. Ready to give.
- If you have doubts: write to us at info@jamongourmet.es or on WhatsApp. We help you choose based on occasion, number of guests and budget.
Why buy directly from the producer
- No middlemen. No distributors, no chains. You save the margins others take along the way and can put them towards real quality.
- Hand-selected by our cellar master. Every piece passes seven technical criteria before leaving. Those that don't meet them are directed to other uses or second quality at a fair price.
- Full traceability. Every piece carries its unique number. On request, we send you the complete history within 48 hours: farm, dates, controls.
- Direct contact with the family. Email and WhatsApp during office hours. You don't speak to a call centre: you speak to the person who cured your piece.
- 100% money-back guarantee. If something isn't right, we fully refund or replace the piece — your choice. No small print. More on our guarantee page.
How we ship the ham
We take as much care with the packaging as with the piece itself. Rigid reinforced cardboard box, insulating material for large pieces and vacuum bags for sliced product. Cured ham doesn't need refrigerated transport: it is stable at room temperature thanks to the natural cellar cure.
Usual delivery times after dispatch:
- Spain (mainland and Balearics): 48–72 working hours.
- United Kingdom: 4–6 working days + customs procedures.
- Rest of EU: 3–6 working days depending on destination.
- Other countries: contact us at info@jamongourmet.es.
More details on our shipping page.
Frequently asked questions
How long does an opened ham last?
A whole piece well kept in a cool, dry place, covered with its own fat and a clean cloth, lasts perfectly between 3 and 6 weeks depending on humidity and temperature. More detail in the guide on how to keep your ham.
Can I order my piece already boned?
Yes, at no extra cost. Write to us before closing the order or note it in the cart and we'll bone it in the cellar before shipping. We also offer knife-carved sliced format.
Do you have a guarantee if I don't like it?
If the problem is attributable to the product or the shipment, yes: full refund or replacement of the piece, your choice. Consumer law doesn't allow returns for change of taste in food products, but before you buy we advise you so you don't get it wrong.
What exactly is the Guijuelo PDO?
It is the oldest Iberian ham Protected Denomination of Origin in Spain (1986). Hernández Jiménez was a co-founder of the Regulatory Council. If you want to understand it in detail, we explain it in Guijuelo PDO explained.
When does my order arrive?
We dispatch Monday to Thursday to guarantee delivery before the weekend. Friday–Sunday orders dispatch on Monday. Once dispatched: 48–72h for Spain, longer for the UK and outside the EU.