Semi-hardNatural rindProtected origin · PDO

Stilton

East Midlands, United KingdomPasteurized cow's milkAged 3–8 months

Stilton is a traditional English blue cheese made from cow’s milk, originating in the counties of Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Nottinghamshire, with its production protected by a PDO designation. It has a firm yet crumbly texture, blue-green veining, and a rich, complex flavour featuring creamy, savoury, and tangy notes that become more pronounced with age.

Flavor

BlueCreamyNuttySaltySavorySharp

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