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Buy the Shropshire Blue on http://www.igourmet.com

(based on 7 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, England

This cheese has a slightly misleading name as it has nothing to do with the county of Shropshire. In fact, it originated in Scotland in the 1920s before its production was transferred to Leicestershire. Shropshire Blue came about from a man named Dennis Biggins, who actually made his living grading another famously orange cheese, Cheshire. Made in a similar way to Stilton, it is a soft cheese with a sharp, strong flavor that takes between six to eight weeks to mature. Orange in color with blue veining, it enjoys a slightly tangy aroma. A delicious accompaniment to Shropshire Blue worth trying is a simple cup of tea - making it ideal for an afternoon or early evening snack.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
Photo depicts whole 9 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.

More information for the Shropshire Blue

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

3.7 stars

(based on 7 reviews)

71% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Flavorful(3), Rich(3)

Best Uses:

After dinner(4), Hors d'oeuvre(5)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(4), Frequent diner(3)

One of the greatest blues

By Doris

from Illinois on 5/1/2009

Gift:

Yes

Pros:

Buttery, Complex, Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Shropshire Blue:

Excellent flavor and superior texture.

much too salty, need larger portions

By tooth doc

from Cameron, Missouri on 9/2/2008

Cons:

Bland, Salty

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Shropshire Blue:

The cheese was a little dry and very salty losing its smoothness and ballance. After 4 or 5 bites all you taste is salt.

My favorite Shropshire Blue

By Iowa Cheesehead

from Suburb of Boone on 4/16/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Just for snacking

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Shropshire Blue:

I've bought Shropshire Blue in stores and from other web sites but this is the best. It's sealed in plastic, and is moister than most others.
When it warms up, it's soft and stinky, but I consider it much better than Stilton.

Can't recommend this one

By Beery

from Boston, MA on 9/6/2007

Cons:

Bad Flavor, Bitter

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Shropshire Blue:

This cheese is crumblier, less creamy and more bitter than what I'm used to from Shropshire Blue. I just didn't get that 'Wow!' taste or sensation that usually accompanies this cheese. Shropshire Blue is my favourite cheese, but the particular cheese that I received is, in my opinion, not good.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

yummy!!!!

By carol of the cheeses from Dublin, Ohio on 4/17/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Had a nice texture, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

Bitter, Greasy, Sticky, Yeasty

Best Uses:

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

Describe Yourself:

Cheese Lover, Foodie, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Shropshire Blue:

very nice taste
lacked spices

Lives up to its reputation

By Kay the traveller from Lancaster on 2/26/2007

Pros:

EXCELLENT FLAVOR, Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

Just snack on it

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Shropshire Blue:

As good as any I bought in England

good with pears

By Sue

from Brunswick OH on 2/23/2007

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

with fruit

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Shropshire Blue:

It needs to be room temperature to enjoy fully - with red wine and pears especially.

Customer Reviews about the Shropshire Blue at igourmet