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(based on 7 ratings)
Located in:Cheese, Denmark
The Danish Cheese Institute rediscovered this old recipe in 1951. Previously known as Danish Port Salut, it is now named Esrom, after the monks who made this forgotten cheese in Esrom Monastery. Made from partially skimmed cow's milk, it is slow ripened with starter cultures for 10 - 12 weeks. Esrom has an orange, semi-hard rind that has been rubbed with brine during the aging process. Its interior is semi-soft with a supple texture and irregularly shaped holes. It is full-flavored with a big, rich, pungent aroma and becomes spicier as it ages.
  • Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
  • Photo depicts whole 3 lb. form of cheese.
  • We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
  • Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.7 stars
(based on 7 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Creamy(4), Flavorful(4), Pungent(4), Rich(5), Smooth(3)
Best Uses:
After dinner(4), Hors d'oeuvre(4)
Describe Yourself:
Foodie(6)
 
Old World Flavor
By CatVerified Purchaser from Port Angeles, WA on 9/13/2008
Pros:
Complex, Nutty, Rich
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre
Describe Yourself:
Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is a very powerful cheese, probably not to everyone's taste, but if you like European style strong cheeses, this one's great. It's very hard to find anywhere else.

 
It's addictive!
By RonVerified Reviewer from Swedesboro, NJ on 6/1/2008
Pros:
Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth
Cons:
Ripens quickly
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Snack with bread and wine
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious, Simple Tastes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Very hard to find in the U.S. Probably because it ripens quickly and will spoil if kept too long.

 
VERY flavorful
By Facie from Baltimore, MD on 4/9/2008
Pros:
Firm, Smooth
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted
Describe Yourself:
Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

My husband is Danish and adored this product. We have been looking for it here in the US and finally found it here....Love Igourmet! Great as an hor's d' with cheese, w/ a panini or after dinner w/ fruit..

 
Pungent and rich!
By grace garlandVerified Reviewer from Hixson, TN on 11/19/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Sandwiches
Describe Yourself:
Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I had eaten this in Germany on a trip and was glad to be able to find it here.

 
I could overdose on this cheese
By Lisa from Roswell, N.M. on 9/16/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Pungent, Rich
Best Uses:
A huge chunk on a fork, Flash broiled on rye, Hors d'oeuvre
Describe Yourself:
Adore any cheese, Foodie, Health Conscious
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

discovered esrom while stationed in Germany, never stopped adoring in. Flew home once for a visit carrying 5 lbs. (in the cabin...)

 
A 'strong' cheese with wonderful taste
By JayVerified Reviewer from Atlanta, GA on 9/10/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth
Describe Yourself:
Chef, Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Used to enjoy this cheese often, particularly at breakfast during business trips to Denmark...had forgotten the name until I saw it in your catalog. Have now ordered it twice, and given it as a gift to others who like strong-flavored cheeses. The cheese you shipped is absolutely delicious and tasted exactly as I remembered it. I often serve it on toast or an english muffin with breakfast (and whenever I think of it) now! [...]

 
For a little adventure
By lmbVerified Reviewer from Rome, New York on 7/31/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Snacking
Describe Yourself:
Chef, Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Smooth and creamy on the tongue with a moderate pungent after-kick

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