Crozier Blue

Crozier Blue is a type of blue cheese that is produced in Ireland. It is named after the crozier, a staff carried by bishops and abbots, which is a nod to the cheese's origin in a monastery.

History

Crozier Blue was first produced in the 1990s by the Grubb family, who are also known for their creation of the famous Cashel Blue cheese. The cheese is made on their farm in County Tipperary, using milk from their own flock of sheep.

Production

The production process of Crozier Blue involves the use of Penicillium roqueforti, a type of mold that gives the cheese its distinctive blue veins. The cheese is then aged for a minimum of three months to develop its full flavor.

Characteristics

Crozier Blue is known for its rich, creamy texture and strong, tangy flavor. It has a natural rind and a pale yellow interior with blue-green veins. The cheese is often enjoyed with a glass of port or a full-bodied red wine.

Recognition

Crozier Blue has received numerous awards for its quality and flavor, including gold medals at the British Cheese Awards and the World Cheese Awards. It is widely recognized as one of the finest blue cheeses produced in Ireland.

See Also

• List of Irish cheeses
• List of blue cheeses