If you live in the Netherlands and you're a lover of Iberian ham and want to know where to buy Iberian ham in Switzerland, keep reading because you're going to learn a lot about it from the best. You adore ham, the king and most internationally recognized product of Spanish cuisine, or maybe you haven't tried it yet and you're curious to know what you're missing out on – well, you're in the right place to find out everything!

At Enrique Tomás, we make it very easy for you. We explain its types and varieties and how to buy it without having to travel, with the total guarantee of quality and purchase, without having to pay more money for lower quality in a supermarket or specialized store in your area.

Here we go!

Spanish Ham in Switzerland

So, if you live in Switzerland and have visited Spain, especially Barcelona for business, vacations, or family, you've probably visited one of our stores and tried our Iberian products. We are the specialists in ham and we want you to not give up on this delicacy because of the distance.

Through our customers, your opinions, and questions, we know that you love our ham, and we want you to continue buying it easily, safely, and with the highest guarantee when you return home to Switzerland. Perhaps you know a Spanish restaurant in your residential area or even a gourmet store where you can find delicious Iberian ham.

But at what price? What quality? Are you paying more than it's worth for its quality? Is it the same as what you've tried in Spain? Look no further! We'll deliver it to you wherever you are and tell you everything about what, how, and in what way.

Next, we provide you with all the elements to make the decision that best suits your palate and budget. Above all, one of the things that concerns us most as specialists in this field is for you to know that the best ham isn't the most expensive, but the one you like the most.

Types and Qualities of Ham

The first thing to understand is that Spanish ham comes in two classes:

Non-Iberian Ham or Grand Reserve

The Grand Reserve ham comes from white pigs. The second important thing to know is that white pigs are raised all over the planet. They are raised only on farms and fed with feed. It's the simplest of all types of ham and also the cheapest.

Iberian Ham

Iberian ham comes from Iberian breed pigs whose mother is always 100% Iberian. It's raised only on the Iberian Peninsula. It's the only animal in the world capable of infiltrating fat into the muscle. This characteristic is what makes its ham so special and juicy.

In turn, Iberian ham comes in different qualities and flavors, depending on the diet and the percentage of Iberian breed in the pig, which can be 50%, 75%, or 100%. And of course, the prices will be related to the characteristics of the pig but above all to the curing process. An Iberian ham from a pig raised solely on a farm with feed and cured for 24 months cannot cost the same as an acorn-fed Iberian ham from a pig that has been raised in the wild and cured for over three years, with the care and patience of an expert.


The different Iberians are:

Cebo Iberian Ham

This ham comes from an Iberian pig fed on a farm with feed and cereals. Our cebo Iberian ham is cured for a minimum of 24 months if it's ham or 18 months if it's shoulder.

Acorn-Fed Iberian Ham

This ham comes from Iberian breed pigs whose mother is 100% Iberian and has also been fed on acorns and wild fruits during the last 4 months of its life, from November to March (Montanera).

100% Iberian Acorn-Fed Ham - Pata Negra

This ham comes from purebred Iberian pigs, meaning both parents are Iberian. It has also eaten acorns and wild fruits during the last 4 months of its life.

Our Flavors and Formats of Iberian Ham

As in any good dish, if the ingredients are important, so is the touch of the chef who will shape and flavor them. The same goes for making ham.

The Iberian pig is born the same throughout all of Spain, but each producing region gives its special touch thanks to several elements: climate, diet, and especially the manufacturing and curing process implemented by the expert "chef," as we call them at Enrique Tomás. Based on these elements, we have a classification of flavors that we'll detail for you below.

Our Flavors

Mild

Aromatic

A ham full of nuances and very aromatic both in aroma and flavor. Perfect curing for the most ardent ham lover.

Flavorful

The flavorful ham is the most recent of all. Its production is smaller than what it usually is in other geographical areas. It's very deep, different. It's like an explosion of flavor that lingers on the tongue and in memory.

Intense

The most international ham is the intense one. Its flavor is unmistakable due to its fullness and persistence on the palate. For ham lovers with discerning and robust palates.

Formats

Whole Piece

The whole piece can be a ham (rear leg of the pig) or a shoulder (front leg of the animal). Available in all flavors and origins.

Boneless Piece

We have boneless hams from Gran Reserva, Iberian Acorn-Fed (Ibérico de cebo), and Acorn-Fed Iberian (Ibérico de Bellota).

Sliced

We have all types of sliced ham and shoulder, in individual packets of each origin and type.

Packs

We have packs of ham or shoulder in various types and prices: travel packs, the Experience book, the Jamón Excellence, and the tasting boxes that combine ham and Iberian cold cuts. All of them are perfect for making delicious gifts!

Our Online Store from Switzerland

As serious ham experts, we'll also explain the flavors and varieties so that you don't feel deceived, or simply to ensure that you know what you're buying. Whether it's worth the money you'll pay for it. If not, think about how easy it is nowadays with online shopping.

At Enrique Tomás, we offer you the easiest, quickest, and safest way to buy from your computer or mobile device, with the certainty that you're purchasing a product of the highest quality. Of course, everything is fully guaranteed, guided by professionals with extensive experience and a recognized reputation who want to ensure that you enjoy eating ham and pay a fair price for the quality you receive.

Guaranteed Product. Enrique Tomás Total Guarantee

Enrique Tomás offers a total guarantee service; our pieces undergo a minimum of three checks to ensure that you receive your product at its perfect point for consumption. If, even then, it doesn't meet your expectations, don't worry. Our pieces are fully guaranteed. We'll replace it for you within 10 days from the reception of your order at your doorstep.

Packaging and Shipping

If you're concerned about shipping, don't worry, everything is properly vacuum-sealed and well-packaged to ensure it arrives perfectly. Shipping will cost you around 35 euros to Switzerland, but it's free if your order is above 150 euros.

Moreover, you'll receive a guaranteed gift for orders over 100 euros and discount codes for product reviews. Keep in mind that if you live in Switzerland, you should be aware of extra customs fees, as Switzerland imposes taxes starting from the second kilogram of meat per person once it crosses the border. The first kilogram is exempt; beyond that, they charge a fee for each additional kilogram.

Gifts

As you've probably noticed, you won't run out of gift ideas. All our whole or sliced hams make for a gourmet gift. How many times have you searched for something unique to give as a gift? Especially on special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, and of course, Christmas. Well, gift ham, and you'll look like a king or queen! You'll leave the best impression.

At Enrique Tomás, you'll find that packs are the best option for gifting: for a family member, a client, to impress, to pamper... And consider that in Switzerland, it's not easy to find something like this with the quality we offer.

Have you seen the many advantages of buying online from your computer or through our app for purchasing ham on your mobile? Fast, secure, and directly from the experts in real ham.

If you have more questions, you can contact our experts through the chat on our website or send us an email at web@enriquetomas.com.

It doesn't get any easier or safer than this!