Hebridean Blue

Hebridean Blue is a distinctive blue cheese produced on the Isle of Mull, part of Scotland's Inner Hebrides. Crafted by the Isle of Mull Cheese company, a family-run business located on Sgriob-ruadh Farm near Tobermory, this cheese is made from unpasteurized cow's milk, primarily sourced from the farm's own herd.

The cows' diet includes spent grain from the nearby Tobermory distillery, which imparts a unique richness to the milk and contributes to the cheese's complex flavor. Hebridean Blue is known for its robust and intense taste, characterized by a tangy, salty, and earthy profile with a hint of sweetness.

Its creamy yet crumbly texture features blue veins running throughout, giving it a marbled appearance. Aged for up to 8 months, the cheese develops a strong, savory flavor that pairs beautifully with sweet accompaniments like honey or figs, as well as robust red wines, dessert wines, or a good Scotch whisky, particularly those from the nearby Islay distilleries.

This artisanal cheese reflects the rugged landscape of the Isle of Mull and the dedication of the family that produces it, making it a celebrated choice among cheese connoisseurs.