Stilton Cheese
Quick Facts
- Country of Origin: England
- Milk Type: Cow's milk
- Texture: Semi-soft, blue-veined
- Fat Content: Around 35%
- Color: Pale ivory with blue-green veins
- Rind: Natural crusty rind
- Aging: 9 to 12 weeks
About Stilton Cheese
Stilton is England's most famous cheese, often called the King of English Cheeses. Made only in Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Nottinghamshire, it is a rich, creamy blue cheese with a bold, tangy flavour and crumbly texture. The distinctive blue veins are created by piercing the cheese with steel needles to allow air in. Only six dairies in the world are licensed to make it.
Pairings
The classic pairing is Stilton with port wine and walnuts. Also incredible crumbled over salads, stirred into soups, or on a cheeseboard with pears.