Keen's Cheddar
Extra Mature Cheddar
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International Cheese Awards - Gold
2023
Extra Mature Cheddar by Keen's Cheddar is renowned for its distinctive strong flavor and firm, slightly crumbly texture. Made in Somerset, England, using traditional methods that date back to 1899, this cheese is produced from the raw milk of the Keen family's own herd of cows.
The Extra Mature variant is aged for around 12 months, during which it develops a profound depth of flavor, characterized by rich, tangy, and earthy notes. This cheddar is typically paler in color compared to other cheddars and often features a slightly flaky texture with occasional crystalline deposits that offer a satisfying crunch.
About Keen's Cheddar
Keen's Cheddar is a traditional cheese maker based in Wincanton, Somerset, England. The company, established in 1899, specializes in producing unpasteurized Cheddar cheese made from the milk of their own herd of cows. Keen's Cheddar is known for its strong flavor and firm texture, achieved through age-old cheese-making methods that include the use of raw milk and cloth binding.
Each wheel of cheese is matured for up to 18 months to develop its distinctive taste.