Product Details
Location
Stinking Bishop is produced by Charles Martell & Son at Hunts Court Farm in Gloucestershire, England. Made in small batches from locally sourced milk, the cheese reflects the rich pastoral landscape of the Severn Vale and the region’s artisanal cheesemaking heritage.
Tasting
Despite its famously pungent aroma, Stinking Bishop offers a remarkably mild, creamy, and savoury flavour. Its supple, soft paste delivers lactic sweetness with subtle earthy and fruity notes. The rind is washed in perry made from Stinking Bishop pears, which gives the cheese its distinctive aroma and encourages a sticky, pink-orange rind.
Pairing
This unique washed-rind cheese pairs beautifully with crisp ciders or perry, which mirror the flavours used in its rind-washing process. It also complements full-bodied white wines and light, fruity reds. Enjoy it with crusty bread, roasted nuts, or charcuterie to balance its richness.
Recipe
Stinking Bishop melts exceptionally well. Use it in a luxurious cheese sauce, fold it into mashed potatoes, or melt it over leeks for a comforting, aromatic dish. It also makes an unforgettable addition to gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches or a decadent topping for baked mushrooms.
Extra Information
– Region: Gloucestershire, England
– Milk: Cow’s, pasteurised
– Suitable for pregnant women: Yes (pasteurised)
– Vegetarian: Yes (made with vegetarian rennet)
– Style: Soft, washed-rind
– Storage and Serve: Keep refrigerated below 8°. Bring to room temperature before serving to allow the full aroma and flavour to develop.
Ingredients
Pasteurised Cow’s Milk, Salt, Starter Cultures, Vegetarian Rennet, Perry (for rind washing)
Allergens
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