Product Reviews and Ratings - ALL Assortments - Great Goat Cheeses of the World from igourmet

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People are drawn to the vibrant, tangy flavors found only in goat cheese. Great goat cheeses capture the essence of their native pastures and often exhibit fresh flavors such as of thyme, tarragon, rosemary, lemongrass and pine. Their ease of digestion, particularly for the lactose intolerant among us, is another reason for the popularity of goat cheese. For many however, goat cheese remains misunderstood. A persistent victim of "milk-prejudice," it is our goal to bring goat cheese to the masses.
Our Great Goat Cheese Assortment includes a selection of cheeses from four distinct countries:

Ibores (Spain): This raw goat's milk cheese reflects its homeland with its full, simple flavor. It is hard and dense and becomes sharper with age. During its two-month aging period, the rustic cheese is rubbed with a mixture of olive oil and sweet paprika. (8 oz.)
Buche de Chevre (France): This wonderful goat's milk cheese from Poitou in the Loire Valley is aged for two months, during which time it develops a hard, edible crust complete with a bloomy white mold coating. It is sharp and tangy near the rind and gets progressively richer and creamier toward the center. (8 oz.)
Dorothea (Holland): A goat's milk gouda that is made with potato skins and basil oil. The potatoes lend the cheese a uniquely earthy flavor that complements the tang of the goat's milk beautifully. (8 oz.)
Goat Cheddar (USA): Sharp and smooth, this pasteurized cheddar is aged a minimum of one year, giving it a complex, nutty flavor, with a subtle undertone of classic goat's milk flavor. (8 oz.)

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.6 stars

(based on 7 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(4), Firm(5), Flavorful(6), Rich(3)

Best Uses:

After dinner(4), Hors d'oeuvre(6), Salads(3)

A delight for those who love goat cheese

By French cheese lover from Valloire, France on 3/21/2010

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Yes

Pros:

Complex, Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

Overpowering, Overripe

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Great Goat Cheeses of the World:

The French goat cheese was overpowering - too strong, too ripe. The Holland goat cheese absolutely excellent. Rest good.

The absolute best!

By Parker River Girl

from Parker, Arizona on 9/24/2008

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Pros:

Flavorful

Cons:

Bland

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Cheese Lover

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Great Goat Cheeses of the World:

This was a very enjoyable grouping for appetizers. My favorite, hands down, was the Cornelia from Holland - the coriander gave the cheese an amazing flavor! The Cyprus Grove Cheddar and Buche de Chevre (France) were good but nothing extra special. The Ibores had little flavor but all together the collection was fun to taste with dinner guests!

Really good selection to try.

By RaeLyn

from Bellingham, WA on 8/17/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Great Goat Cheeses of the World:

I liked being able to explore the different flavors of goat cheese.

Wonderful!

By Suzamma

from Joshua Tree, CA on 6/7/2008

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Great Goat Cheeses of the World:

I am so pleased. The flavors are superb. This sampling was more than expected. Delightful. I gave myself a party and wondered, "Could it get any better than this?"

Wonderful Christmas Present

By Jennifer

from Texas on 1/9/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Great Goat Cheeses of the World:

My middle sister sent this to my Eldest Sister as a Christmas present. Eldest Sister's husband, Eldest Sister, myself, and even my 18 month old niece all greatly enjoyed this selection. It was served as a pre-dinner snack for several days over the holiday season, and was always a big hit. The Buche de Chevre was by far my favorite, with the Ibores coming in a close second.

Outstanding product. [...]

By Carlos the goat herder

from South Texas on 1/6/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Great Goat Cheeses of the World:

I know goat cheese and your products are tops.

Great way to discover goat cheese

By Ken from Carmel, IN on 6/6/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Great Goat Cheeses of the World:

Big fan of French chevre, this was a great way to discover other kinds of goat cheese. All were fresh and flavorful.

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