Cropwell Bishop Creamery
Cropwell Bishop Beauvale
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Global Cheese Awards - Gold
2023
Cropwell Bishop Beauvale is a soft blue cheese produced by Cropwell Bishop Creamery Ltd., a notable cheesemaker based in Nottinghamshire, England. Beauvale, crafted with pasteurized cow’s milk, is renowned for its creamy texture and rich, buttery flavor that offers a milder alternative to the pungent intensity typically associated with blue cheeses.
Designed for both blue cheese aficionados and those new to blue cheese, Beauvale features a velvety consistency that melts beautifully, making it versatile for cooking and exceptional as part of a cheeseboard. Perfect for pairing with sweet accompaniments like honey or fruit, Beauvale also complements a variety of wines, enhancing its appeal among cheese lovers.
About Cropwell Bishop Creamery
Cropwell Bishop Creamery, situated in Nottinghamshire, England, is a family-run business with a history dating back to 1847. Renowned for producing Stilton cheese, the creamery operates within the specific geographic confines permitted to legally create this iconic blue cheese.
The creamery has modernized facilities which blend traditional cheesemaking methods passed down through generations with contemporary standards for hygiene and cheese maturation. The Skailes family, who have managed the creamery for three generations, emphasize traditional production techniques and strong community ties, employing many locals and sourcing milk from nearby family-run farms.
This commitment to quality and community has earned Cropwell Bishop Creamery numerous accolades, including the Midlands and East Anglia Family Business of the Year award in 2013 and recognition at the British Cheese Awards.