Neal’s Yard Dairy - Colston Bassett Stilton (Nottinghamshire, England, priced per ounce)

Neal’s Yard Dairy · Colston Bassett Stilton · Nottinghamshire, England

A gentler take on blue cheese, Colston Bassett Stilton offers sweetness and balance alongside a creamy, buttery paste. Delicate blue veining gives it the distinctive appearance of Stilton, making it an inviting choice for a cheese board.

For a simple serving suggestion, pair it with crisp crackers, ripe pear or walnuts. Try a glass of Port alongside it for a sweet contrast, or let the cheese take center stage with good bread.

Tasting note

Gentler, sweeter and more balanced than a ‘typical’ blue cheese, it boasts a creamy, buttery paste pierced with the delicate blue veining characteristic of a Stilton.

At a glance

• Cheese: Colston Bassett Stilton
• Selection: Neal’s Yard Dairy
• Origin: Nottinghamshire, England
• Style: Blue cheese
• Texture: Creamy, buttery paste with delicate blue veining
• Flavor: Gentle, sweet and balanced
• Pricing: Priced per ounce, not per whole cheese
• Serving suggestions: Crackers, bread, pear or walnuts

A creamy, balanced Stilton for a thoughtfully assembled cheese board.