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(based on 17 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Wales

By World War II, cheese production in Wales had nearly ceased; run out of business by large cheese making factories in England. Fortunately for us, there has been a revival of old ways by a new generation of cheese makers. They have saved Caerphilly (the only traditional Welsh cheese still made) from the factory-made processed form it had become in England to its original farmhouse character. Now, they are creating other fine cheeses such as Red Dragon, also known as Y-Fenni. This smooth, firm, tasty Cheddar is made with Welsh brown ale and mustard seeds. Red Dragon is a buttery and spicy cheese with plenty of bite, but is not too hot. Not only do the mustard seeds give Red Dragon its marvelous flavor, but also its texture. The brown ale makes the cheese moist and tangy. Red Dragon is aged for three months, made from cow's milk and is vegetarian. Serve as a table cheese or melted on toast with dark ale or try a Shiraz, if you prefer wine.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
Photo depicts whole 3.3 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.

More information for the Red Dragon

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.4 stars

(based on 17 reviews)

88% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(6), Flavorful(12), Pungent(3), Rich(5), Smooth(4)

Best Uses:

After dinner(6), Hors d'oeuvre(8), Melted(4), Sandwiches(4)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(7), Health conscious(3), Simple tastes(3)

Spicy, smooth and mellow

By Peter

from williamsburg VA on 7/2/2009

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Pros:

Mellow, Smooth, spicy

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Melted, Omelet

Describe Yourself:

Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

excellent after dinner, also great stuffed in an omelet

A great bite!

By Tom

from Ashland, OR on 6/30/2009

Gift:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

Cheddar with a mustard kick---delicious!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Mustard. I would NEVER buy again

By Barbara from New Haven CT on 4/22/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Creamy

Cons:

Bad Flavor, MUSTARD, Salty

Best Uses:

INSTEAD OF MUSTARD, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

I love cheese and was completely unhappy with this purchase. I would never get it again. I can spread some good quality mustard on my sandwich for much less calories than are probably in this cheese.

Unusual, a family favorite ...

By LanaM

from Bellingham, WA on 1/9/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Complex, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

My family hails from Wales (well, 200 years ago they hailed from Wales), so I decided to serve a variety of Welsh cheeses when they came to visit over the holidays.

I offered about eight different cheeses on the platter, and this was by far our favorite. We're all cheese-lovers, and not afraid of strong flavors. This cheese is a nice sharp cheddar, but with the added tang of brown ale and the "pop" of whole mustard seeds. These provide a flavorful "crunch" -- so you'll want to use relatively mild crackers (buttery or even plan melba toast or bagel chips) to highlight the flavor of the cheese.

As someone else mentioned, this cheese may not be for everyone. It is definitely a high-flavor variety -- and may not work for those who prefer a milder creamier cheese.

My Favorite Cheese

By Chris-miss Eve

from Chicago-ish on 12/13/2008

Pros:

Complex, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

This is one of my absolute favorite cheeses (and cheese is one of my favorite things in life). It's my #1 cheese that I always have to get for Christmas Eve hors d'oeuvres. I love the strong flavor.

Great cheese [...]

By Dj from San Francisco, CA on 12/1/2008

Gift:

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

[...]

Yum!

By thedatagal

from Tobyhanna, Pa on 9/14/2008

Pros:

Buttery, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

The entire family loved this cheese! The mustard tang just gave it that little something "special". I first tried this cheese at a beer festival at Split Rock Resort and have loved it ever since!

[3 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Not for me

By TurquoiseEyes1980

from Frederick, MD on 3/23/2008

Pros:

Pungent

Cons:

Bad Flavor, Bitter

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

I will start off with the disclaimer that my review is merely based on personal taste, not that the cheese itself is bad. It was just simply too strong for my palate. If you don't like mustard a lot, I'd say stay away from this cheese.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

What a GREAT CHEESE!!

By midgee50 from Bedford, Va on 11/22/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Use multigrain cracker

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

This is the cheese that I order for every celebration...our friends look forward to it....it's becoming a party tradition

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

You won't go wrong

By Racie

from Brewster, WA on 10/5/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, spicy

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Snacking

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

This is a fantastic cheese. It is another one that disappears soon after opening it. The mustard seeds and ale make for fine flavor. Certainly not boring. We really like it with beer, but it is fine with wine and crackers. It goes nicely with meats on a snack tray. We have served this to friends and it has always been a favorite.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

I have died and gone to heaven. . . .

By firegirl

from California on 9/13/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Smooth

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

Oh my gosh! There is nothing in the world like Red Dragon Cheese. Who would have thought that mustard seeds and cheese would fit so well. This extremely smooth, velvety and rich cheese is unlike anything I have ever had before.

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

The Missing Link

By science boy from Whidbey Island, WA on 8/9/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Pungent

Best Uses:

mit bier

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

A favorite snack is beer, pickles, and cheese. Finally found a favorite partner to a stout and a kosher dill spear.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

MY SEARCH HAS ENDED!!!

By Doctor Pat

from Dana Point, California on 7/7/2007

Pros:

Exciting tang, Flavorful, Rich, robust

Best Uses:

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

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

I used to buy this locally, but the crazy store discontinued it much to their chagrin of fans. BUT, thanks to [...], Reg Dragon cheese remains a part of our lives. Deliscious! Melted on a burger? Oh, my yes. With crackers, definitely. Horsd'oeuvres, salads evrything. I haven't tried it melted, but I will.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

excellent

By melanie from phoenix az on 4/26/2007

Pros:

creamy and sweet, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, good with eggs.or a snack, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

the mustard seeds just pop in your mouth.Its one of our favorite cheeses.And the balance of the beer,sweet cheese,and mustard make it a winner.

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Very tasty cheese, great with wine

By Barrie from Charleston,SC on 4/14/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Swangy

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

Love the mustard taste

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

My Favorite!

By Kris

from Reading, PA on 3/19/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Mustard yum

Best Uses:

After Dinner, With Beer

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

I order Red Dragon with every order for myself and as gifts.

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

My favorite!

By Kris

from Reading, PA on 3/17/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Mustard yum

Best Uses:

After Dinner, With Beer

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Red Dragon:

I order this cheese everytime I place an order for myself and for others.

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