Guinness in cheese? But what a funny idea! Guinness Cheddar is one of those “UFOs” of Irish gastronomy that will surprise you as much as it will delight you! This 100% Irish cheese is sold by the thousands all over Ireland every day. Its plus? The bitterness and light caramel of the Guinness that coats the cheddar: a delight, a must-try for fans of new experiences! We warn you: you’ll love it!
Guinness Cheddar
Of course, the Irish love to put Guinness in everything and anything. But good luck to the Cahill family (an Irish family specializing in the production of artisanal flavored cheeses) when, in the 1980s, they decided to try their hand at combining cheese and Guinness!
His idea was simple: mix pieces of cheddar curd with the famous Irish beer, then mold and press them. Time, patience and a taste for things well done have given birth to an extraordinary cheese, recognizable by its black rind and mosaic texture.
And the result is worth the detour! First of all, Guinness Cheddar takes on a marbled appearance: the Guinness has actually seeped throughout, giving it a rounded mouthfeel.
The result is striking, giving a skilful blend of sweet and salty, counterbalanced by a very slight salty bitterness. Enjoy with a good Irish artisan bread (Brown Bread, for example?), or crackers. The result is delicious, full of texture and with a hint of acidity.
The Irish love them!
Guinness Cheddar is readily available in Irish cheese shops and food stores. The cost is similar to any other Irish cheese.
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