Double Gloucester
Traditional Gloucestershire cheese made from milk of Gloucester cattle. Famous for cheese rolling races on Cooper's Hill. Traditionally made from evening and morning milk (hence "double").
Aging Time
3 months – 6 months
Typical Weight
8 kg
- Style
- Hard
- Milk
- Cow
- Origin
- England · Gloucestershire
- Ripening
- ≥ 3 months
Tasting Board
Texture
Firm, smooth, slightly crumbly
Flavor
Mellow, nutty, buttery, creamy
Aroma
Mild, buttery
History & Origins
Traditional Gloucestershire cheese for centuries. Made from rare Gloucester cattle milk.
Cultural Significance
Famous for annual cheese rolling race at Cooper's Hill. Traditional regional cheese.
Pairing & Serving
What to Pair It With
Pairs with pickles, chutney, crusty bread, apple slices, walnuts.
How to Serve It
Traditional ploughman's lunch. Good melting cheese.
Nutrition (per 100g)
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