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This cheese was born in 1999, borrowing a recipe from the blue made by the Willett Farm Dairy of Somerset, England. The main differences are that this cheese is made in Massachusetts under license from Willet Farm, and that the domestic version is aged an extra 15 days at 35ºF to comply with U.S. regulations regarding products made with raw milk. Like Willet Farm's blue, Berkshire Blue is made from whole, unpasteurized Jersey cow's milk. Whereas its English counterpart is sold in London's leading specialty food stores, for example, Fortnum & Mason and Partridge's, the U.S. version is still very hard to find. This artisan cheese is made in small batches, starting with only 60 gallons of milk. Its production is done completely by hand, and by only one person. It is hand-stirred, hand-ladled and manually turned, resulting in an exceptionally creamy, smooth blue.
- Made from unpasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 7 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:
4.5 stars
(based on 4 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
TRUE BLUE FLAVOR
By tk
from yardley, pa on 12/7/2007
from yardley, pa on 12/7/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Pungent
Cons:
none at all
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre, Salads
Describe Yourself:
Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
You have to like blue to appreciate this cheese.
a treat for a little time out
By Good persons from end of the road on 10/17/2007
from end of the road on 10/17/2007
Pros:
Delicate, Delicious, Enjoyable, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre, Snack with tea
Describe Yourself:
Good persons, Health Conscious, Simple Tastes
Very nice on unsalted "saltines" with a cup of tea. Or a crusty homemade bread. No TV no talking. I do not make recommendations.
One of the Best
By Henry from Olive Branch, MS on 3/1/2007
Pros:
Smooth
Cons:
A tad expensive
Best Uses:
After Dinner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This is absolutely the best blue that I have ever tasted. The flavor is complex without being overbearing. A perfect stand-alone cheese as well as an excellent salad addition.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
An Amazing Blue
By Henry from Olive Branch, MS on 2/28/2007
from Olive Branch, MS on 2/28/2007
Pros:
Good balance of flavors
Cons:
Slightly pricey - but OK
Best Uses:
Good stand alone
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This is absolutely the best blue cheese that I've had to date. The flavor is complex and is never overpowering. Thus it makes an excellent desert cheese as well as being appropriate for salads. Highly recommended!