Product Reviews and Ratings - Germany - Bruder Basil from igourmet

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(based on 11 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Germany

Although Germany is a country with a massive dairy industry, their cheeses remain relatively unknown to those of us outside its borders. One reason for this could be the majority of German cheeses are simply imitations of its neighbor's specialties. However, there are exceptions. Bruder Basil comes to us from Bavaria and is made in the tradition of Rauchkäse, a smoked cheese typical of the region. Originally, Basils were manufactured by Trappist Monks in the Abbey of Rotthalmunster. In 1902, Basil Weixler founded the Bergader Private Cheese Dairy. Today, Bergader still works in accordance with this old tradition of craftmanship. It is still smoked over selected beech wood, which gives it its special flavor. This semi-soft cows milk cheese has a darker, natural rind and a rich, creamy texture. With its smoky flavor, Bruder Basil is ideal for grilled sandwiches; as an alternative to raclette and gratins; and perfect for snacking with your favorite dark German beer or dry white wine.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.3 stars

(based on 11 reviews)

82% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(9), Flavorful(9), Rich(7), Smooth(9)

Best Uses:

After dinner(3), Hors d'oeuvre(5), Melted(3), Sandwiches(3), Snack(3)

Describe Yourself:

Chef(3), Foodie(5), Frequent diner(5), Health conscious(4)

terrific hit!

By lola

from Buffalo, Wyoming on 1/1/2009

Gift:

Pros:

All of my guests loved it, Buttery, Creamy, Flavorful, Smooth

Cons:

I should have gotten two

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, German American

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

my brother hid the last small piece behind the turkey in the refrigerator so he could have it the next day... Mom tried to teach him to share but it didn't take.

What a surprise!

By LeftCoastBLues

from Pleasanton, CA on 11/20/2008

Gift:

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

This was a very surprising cheese! I didn't expect it to have such an intense flavor, but, it was a very pleasnt surprise. While I can't imagine this cheese melted on anything, I did find it to be excellent on cocktail rye with a good Reisling and some good flame grapes on the side. I did try it with pastrami in a sandwich and it was excellant! I'm looking forward to experimenting more with it!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Brilliant Bruder Basil

By Gretl from Gainesville, FL on 4/22/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

none at all

Best Uses:

Fondue, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Health Conscious, Mom

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

The best Bruder Basil I've had since the early 60s when I lived in Heidelberg!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Nice cheese for nibbling

By evac93rd

from Conyers, GA on 4/19/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Smokey, Smooth

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

Really nice smooth cheese with the smokiness of smoked gouda but without a trace of bitterness. I'll be buying this one again

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

We've enjoyed this raclette cheese

By Bouchon

from Central Louisiana on 12/22/2007

Pros:

Melts easily and fast, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

Can't think of any

Best Uses:

Melted

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

We use this cheese exclusively for raclettes.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Not as good as I remembered

By Fred from Las Vegas, NV on 10/30/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent, Smoky, Smooth

Cons:

Bad Flavor, Too smoky

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

I am sure this was a good example of Bruder Basil. I haven't had it in 25 years. This was a staple of mine in college. I guess my tastes have matured over the years. We wound up giving it away.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

The reason I order online.

By AB

from Galveston Island on 9/6/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

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

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

Bruder Basil is the reason I shop online. It is a very satisfying product and my friends enjoy it as much as I do. A delicious comfort food used every day and requested for ritual occasions.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Good, but not my favorite

By Me Lika Good Foods from Meridian, ID on 4/5/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Smooth

Cons:

Bitter

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

This cheese is decent, but I found it had a substantial bitterness when eating it alone. I'd recommend it as a sandwich cheese, pizza, cheese, or using it in combination with other flavors that will help mask the bitterness.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Excellent Product [...]

By joyolife

from Mount Clemens, MI on 3/13/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich

Cons:

No negatives to rating

Best Uses:

Snacks

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

If you want this cheese and can't find it locally it is very nice to have a source to go to get what you want. This was the case with finding Bruder Basil Cheese in Mt Clemens, MI.
The cheese is every bit as good as what I purchased when it was available in stores locally, but has been absent for the past 16-24 months. The difficultly is paying the same price for shipping as the product, but, if you want someting and are willing to pay the price... and I am, go for it here at this site.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

A great snack cheese.

By Jim

from Perry Hall, Md on 3/11/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Snacks

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

I will be ordering this cheese again.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

A good smoke

By Gourmet Mike from Simi Valley, CA on 3/1/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hor d'oevre, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Bruder Basil:

A decent smoked cheese. Firm enough to slice for snacks, yet practically melts in your mouth.

Customer Reviews about the Bruder Basil at igourmet