Product Details
Location
Hafod Cheddar is handcrafted at Bwlchwernen Fawr, the longest-standing organic dairy farm in Wales, located in Ceredigion. Produced by the Holden family, the cheese reflects the farm’s lush pastures, traditional farming methods, and dedication to sustainable, small-scale cheesemaking.
Tasting
Hafod Cheddar is known for its rich, buttery texture and deep, rounded flavour. It offers notes of grass, warm hay, and cultured butter, with a gentle acidity and occasional nuttiness. Clothbound and traditionally matured, it develops a complex, long-lasting finish that balances savoury depth with a mellow, creamy sweetness.
Pairing
This artisan cheddar pairs beautifully with full-bodied ales, craft ciders, and robust white wines such as Chardonnay. It also complements light reds, charcuterie, apples, and rustic bread. Its layered flavour makes it a standout on a cheese board as well as in cooked dishes that benefit from its depth.
Recipe
Use Hafod Cheddar in a decadent Welsh rarebit, where its buttery richness elevates the classic dish. It also melts beautifully into savoury tarts, cheese sauces, or vegetable gratins. Grate it over soups, fold it into mashed potatoes, or enjoy it simply sliced with chutney.
Extra Information
– Region: Ceredigion, Wales
– Milk: Cow’s, raw (organic)
– Suitable for pregnant women: Not recommended due to raw milk
– Vegetarian: No (made with traditional animal rennet)
– Style: Hard, clothbound cheddar
– Storage and Serve: Keep refrigerated below 8°. Bring to room temperature before serving for full flavour.
Ingredients
Raw Cow’s Milk, Salt, Starter Cultures, Animal Rennet
Allergens
Milk
