Country of origin Ireland Town Carrigaline Pasteurised yes | Region County Cork Source of milk Cows Texture semi-soft | |
Carrigaline Farmhouse Cheese is a semi-soft cheese made from cow's milk. It originates from Carrigaline, County Cork in Ireland. Pat and Anne O'Farrell have produced their cheeses on their farm in County Cork since 1988 using milk from their Friesian cow herd. Today, the O'Farrell family business has grown into a leading producer of artisan cheese found across all Irish retailers and beyond. The naturally smoked cheese has received numerous accolades in various international cheese awards.
Contents
It is a vegetarian cheese made with whole milk and vegetarian rennet, and is made into rounds of 150g, 200g and 400g, or wheels of 1 kg (2.2 lb) or 1.8 kg (4.0 lb). It is recommended to mature for 12 weeks before eating.
Carrigaline export approximately 20% of their cheese to Europe and the US, and their cheese is also sold domestically in supermarkets and independent retailers. They are certified by the BRC international standards and have received awards including bronze, silver and gold medals at the British Cheese Awards.
Range
Carrigaline produce a variety of cheeses: