Recipes & Pairings category: Pairing

Cashel Blue & Pear

Cashel Blue & Pear

John March 26, 2026 No Comments
The juicy, grainy texture and clean sweetness of a ripe pear refresh the palate between bites of intense, salty blue. The magic of cheese pairing is about a "flavour conversation"…
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Cashel Blue & Chocolate

Cashel Blue & Chocolate

John March 26, 2026 No Comments
High-quality dark chocolate (85% plus cocoa) shares similar earthy, fermented undertones with blue cheese, creating an unexpectedly luxurious pairing. A pairing discovered at Salone di Gusto, Italy. Tip: Stuff a…
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Cashel Blue & Walnut

Cashel Blue & Walnut

John March 21, 2026 No Comments
The slightly bitter skin of the walnut provides a sophisticated earthy counterpoint to the rich, creamy fats of the cheese. The magic of cheese pairing is about a "flavour conversation"…
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Cashel Blue & Honey

Cashel Blue & Honey

John March 19, 2026 No Comments
A drizzle of honey creates a classic "sweet and salty" harmony, lifting the floral notes in the milk and softening any sharp spice. The magic of cheese pairing is about…
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Cashel Blue & Craft Ale

Cashel Blue & Craft Ale

John March 19, 2026 No Comments
Pairing to convert haters to lovers… A malty, amber ale has enough body to match the earthiness of the cheese without overpowering it. Cashel Blue & Porter is a velvety…
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Cashel Blue & Wine

Cashel Blue & Wine

John March 17, 2026 No Comments
A sweet dessert wine like Sauternes is the gold standard for blue cheese, but a crisp, acidic white (like Pinot Gris) is magic with the sheep's milk of Shepherd’s Store.…
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Cashel Blue & Quince

Cashel Blue & Quince

John March 9, 2026 No Comments
This fragrant, floral paste provides a dense sweetness and tartness that cuts right through the heavy richness of a blue or a mature cheddar. The magic of cheese pairing is…
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Cashel Blue & Biscuits

Cashel Blue & Biscuits

John March 7, 2026 No Comments
A neutral, crisp canvas that stays in the background, allowing the complex, evolving flavors of the cheese to take center stage. For a neutral crisp canvas - Water Biscuits. For…
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Cashel Blue & Bread

Cashel Blue & Bread

John March 5, 2026 No Comments
A crusty sourdough or nutty rye offers a chewy, rustic texture that grounds the creaminess and makes the cheese feel like a full meal. Bread is the classic partner to…
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Cashel Blue & Figs

Cashel Blue & Figs

John March 4, 2026 No Comments
Whether fresh or dried, the honeyed seeds and jammy interior of a fig provide a lush, textured sweetness that mirrors the "lush" character of Cashel Blue. The magic of cheese…
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Cashel Blue & Preserves

Cashel Blue & Preserves

John March 3, 2026 No Comments
A good dollop of a preserve is the secret weapon of any great board. Its sweet, vinegary "punch" is the perfect foil for the rich, buttery fats of Cheese. It…
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Cashel Blue

Can be enjoyed by those sensitive to Lactose - Did you know the lactose, i.e the natural sugars in the milk, are fermented out over time.

Ingredients: Pasteurised cow’s MILK, salt, rennet, starter cultures and Penicillum Roquefortii.

Allergy Advice: Contains milk

Cashel Blue®
Country of Origin: Ireland
Established: 1984
Milk Type:  Whole Cow’s Milk
Pasteurised: Yes
Rennet: Vegetarian
Style: Semi-Soft, Blue
 
Nutritional Information:
Typical values per 100g:
Energy - 1444kJ / 348kcal
Fat – Total Fat: 28.8g
Saturated Fat: 18.4g
Monounsaturated Fat:7.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat:0.8g
Trans Fats: 1.0g
Carbohydrate (by difference): 0.9g
Sugars: 0.2g
Protein: 20.4g
Salt: 2.0g