Cornish Kern

Cornish Kern
Cornish Kern

£8.90 – £22.26

Clean, almondy, sweet, complex, and moreish. Pairs well with black fruit flavoured wines

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Product Details

Location

Cornish Kern is made by Lynher Dairies, located in the green hills of Cornwall, England. This area is known for its strong dairy heritage and clean coastal air. The creamery has been making cheese since the 1980s. Over the years, it has grown into one of the UK’s most respected artisan cheesemakers. In 2024, Lynher Dairies received the King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development. This major honour highlights their focus on sustainability, traditional techniques, and strong local partnerships. Every wheel of Cornish Kern reflects their values, as well as the rich farmland and fresh milk of the region.

Tasting

Cornish Kern has been derived from a Gouda-style cheese, enhanced with Alpine starter cultures. The curds are scalded to create a caramelised flavour, after which it is pressed into large moulds. After brining and coating in wax, the cheese is matured for over 20 months. It has a deliciously nutty, deep, round flavour.

Pairing

This cheese is creamy and nutty with caramelised flavours, so it would pair beautifully with fruit jams or fresh fruits, such as grapes or figs. This would pair well with sparkling wines, including Champagne, Cava, and Prosecco, as the crisp bubbles balance the creaminess of the cheese. Fortified wines, such as Sherry and Port, make for bold pairings. Or consider Italian Soave or French Picpoul which would beautifully balance and accentuate this Cornish Kern.

Recipe

Ingredients:
  • 4 slices crusty bread (e.g., sourdough)
  • 200g Cornish Kern cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • A handful of rocket (optional)
Instructions:
  1. Prepare Bread: Spread mustard on one side of each bread slice (if using).
  2. Assemble: Divide half the cheese between two slices of bread, add rocket (if using), then top with remaining cheese and bread.
  3. Butter: Spread butter on the outside of each slice.
  4. Cook: Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Cook toasties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  5. Serve: Let rest briefly, then slice and enjoy!

Perfect with a side salad or any vegetable soup.

Additional information

Size

200g, 500g

Extra Information

Region: Cornwall
Milk: Cow's
Suitable for Pregnant Women: No
Vegetarian: No
Style: Hard
Storage and Serve: Wrap in wax paper, store below 8 degrees, serve at room temperature.

Ingredients

Pasturised Cow's milk, salt, cheese cultures, animal rennet, calcium chloride

Allergens

Cow's milk

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