Chilli Cheddar from Cheddar Gorge is a strong, bold, tangy cheese that combines traditional Cheddar’s rich, nutty flavours with the vibrant heat of finely chopped red chilis. The cheese is made from high-quality cow’s milk, giving it a creamy base that complements the fiery kick of the chilli, striking a perfect balance between sharpness and heat. Ideal for pairing with crisp crackers, crusty bread, or a cold beer, Chilli Cheddar adds an exciting twist to any cheese board or sandwich.
The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co. has been making traditional cheddar cheese in Cheddar, the birthplace of this world-famous cheese, since 2003. Using only fresh, local, unpasteurised milk, they preserve the original character of their namesake. That is, they only make true, authentic Cheddar in the heart of Somerset.
There is no better place than in the village of Cheddar, Somerset, the home of cheddar cheese. These days, the world’s most popular cheese is made all over the world, and most bear no resemblance to the original (and the best!). Terroir plays a vital role. The environmental factors that affect the quality of our cows’ milk such as the local geography, earth, and weather – characteristics that affect the pasture, essentially where the cows thrive.
In December 2006, they started maturing some of our cheese in the nearby caves within Cheddar Gorge. The environmental conditions were perfect for cheese maturing: constant temperature and high humidity. The environment in which the cheese is matured has a remarkably significant influence on the maturing cheese flavour, texture and moisture. Gough’s Cave in the Gorge is the original historical Cheddar Cheese larder. Their Natural Cave Matured cheddar has been an outstanding success due to its complex flavour, aroma and texture. It’s unique. This cheddar from Cheddar is truly history in the making!
