Product Reviews and Ratings - England - Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax) from igourmet

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(based on 16 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, England

Cornish County Larder has been a family run business since 1997. They selected North Bradon Farm to create their fantastic hard cheeses while they make their soft cheeses in Trevarrian off the North Cornwall coast. A beautiful old farmhouse over-looks North Bradon Farm, which is situated in Somerset, England, amidst rich and lustrous pastures. The farm buildings house Cornish County Larder's state of the art hard cheese making facility. Local dairy farms supply cow and goat's milk which they use to create their award winning range of farmhouse cheeses, butters and bottled milk.

Their Farmhouse Cheddar is handmade on the farm. They follow a traditional recipe and their graders select only the finest cheeses to develop into their mature range. The results are deliciously tangy and full-bodied cheddar cheeses that develop a fruity and complex flavor that sets them apart from other cheeses. Matured for a minimum of 14 months, this traditional farmhouse cheddar won the 2005 Gold Medal at the World Cheese Awards..

Made from full fat pasteurized cow's milk.
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We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
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More information for the Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax)

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.3 stars

(based on 16 reviews)

88% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(3), Firm(14), Flavorful(13), Pungent(4), Rich(8)

Best Uses:

After dinner(4), Hor d'oevre(4), Hors d'oeuvre(7), Melted(11), Salads(6)

Describe Yourself:

Chef(3), Foodie(8), Frequent diner(3)

Delicious cheddar

By DJ

from Spring, TX on 3/15/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Melted, Sandwiches, Snacks

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Everyone in the family loved it. This cheddar has a great flavor and texture. My wife loved it so much she nearly ate all of it before the rest of us had an opportunity to have some. Even the dogs were crazy about this cheese.

Nice flavor and texture

By bbm625

from Georgia on 1/20/2008

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

We purchased many cheeses for our New Years Eve Party and this one was favored by many.

Amazing Cheddar

By Matt the Climber from Atlanta, GA on 10/31/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Just to make things clear, I love cheddar. And as far as cheddar goes, it doesn't get any better than this. The complex flavor of this aged cheddar cannot be beat. This cheese goes well on top of crackers, but for a real treat it should be used in a sandwich. For best results, eat the sandwich once the cheddar reaches room temperature. At this point it has softened enough to spread easily over your palate and produces just enough sweat to ensure that the flavor absorbs instantly into your taste buds. Delightful!

Exceptionally flavored all-around cheese

By trish

from Palm City, Fl on 8/2/2007

Pros:

Firm, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, International palate

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

This is a cheddar with a distinct snap but not too hard a bite so it is a sure crowd pleaser. It is wonderful for sandwiches, melted in cheese dishes calling for cheddaror eating withcrackers for a snack.

Over-rated cheddar!

By roy rogers

from Chicago on 7/30/2007

Pros:

Firm, Pungent

Cons:

Chewy, Overripe, Waxy, Weak Flavor

Best Uses:

With chili

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Another example of something we have improved on. Any Wisconsin cheddar beats this hands down. The best in the country (according to the food channel) is Cedar Grove. Try the extra sharp cheddar for the best.

I like cheddar. This cheddar is great

By Dick from Lewes, DE on 7/23/2007

Pros:

Delicate, Flavorful, Pungent

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Very good cheese

family loves it

By cherri from fountain valley, ca on 5/3/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

My family loves this cheddar. More sophisticated and sharper than the junk they were use to having.

Gentle English cheddar, perfect sharpnes

By PGP from Ann Arbor, MI on 4/10/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Really nice cheese, not too dry and not too agressively sharp. Hard to stop eating it, in fact three of us demolished the 1/2# brick in one sitting.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

"I should have bought more !"

By the wine guy forever from cleveland, ohio on 3/31/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

At room temperature

Describe Yourself:

Wine with cheeze lover

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Great with a cabernet or cab/merlot.

Very difficult to stop eating it !

A very mild cheddar

By Aussiecoug

from Houston, TX on 3/29/2007

Pros:

Firm, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Not bad but this cheddar was a bit too mild for my taste buds. If you like mild flavored cheese though you might want to try it.

Great cheese

By Amber

from Suffolk, VA on 3/28/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

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

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Delicious flavor. Melts great.

Really tasty cheddar

By Cheese Lover from Cary, NC on 3/21/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hor d'oevre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Very good cheddar. I like it on crackers and melted in chili.

Great Cheddar

By Wilbur

from Louisville, KY on 3/18/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Smooth

Best Uses:

Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Wonderful mild cheddar.

A very delicious cheese

By madcapgirl from chicago, il on 3/10/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hor d'oevre, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

An english cheddar with a rather unusual flavour, it is not typical of American cheddars. It is sharp, but not overwhelmingly so. I hesitate to mix a flavour this interesting and balanced against anything more than a water cracker or green grapes, but I think it would compliment a hamburger or make mac & cheese just as nicely.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Not what I'm used to...

By Cheeseaholic

from Upstate NY on 3/10/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hor d'oevre, Melted, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

Not what I'm used to...(in cheddar) but I like it better!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Excellent Value

By Azbrit

from Phoenix AZ on 3/7/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Tangy

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hor d'oevre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax):

A fairly strong and sharp cheddar with a full flavor and a nice finish; clearly ahead of the pack.

Customer Reviews about the Cornish County Larder Farmhouse Cheddar (Purple Wax) at igourmet