Shropshire Blue

England, Nottinghamshire

The name of the cheese does not actually identify its provenance. Originating in Scotland in the 1970’s it was soon transferred to Leicestershire. The name was probably derived from the colour of its paste, i.e. orange, as (red) Cheshire has a salmon pinky-orange colour too. However, the cheese is very similar in style to Stilton with a sharp, metallic edge coming from the blue, but the cheese is more mellow in flavour than Stilton, making it a good choice as a snacking cheese at any time of day, especially at lunch.

• Weight: Approx 7000g
• Fat: 55.0%
• Colour: Orange
• Rind: Natural
• Pasteurised