Occelli al Malto d'Orzo e Whisky

A meeting of Piedmont and the Scottish Highlands, Occelli al Malto d'Orzo e Whisky is one of Beppino Occelli's most unusual and distinctive creations.

Made from cow's and goat's milk, carefully selected wheels undergo a long maturation before being refined with malted barley and whisky. The outside is coated with barley, giving the cheese its striking appearance while the whisky contributes warmth and aromatic depth to the mature paste.

Bold and complex, the flavour combines the richness of long-aged cheese with toasted malt, cereal notes and the distinctive warmth of whisky. It's a cheese made for slow eating — and one that becomes even more interesting when paired with a glass of the spirit that inspired it.

Country of origin: Italy
Region, town: Piedmont, Val Casotto
Source of milk: Cow's and goat's milk
Texture: Firm and mature with a distinctive malted barley coating
Flavour: Intense and complex with toasted malt, savoury dairy notes and a warm whisky finish
Aging time: Long matured before refinement with malted barley and whisky

Serving Suggestion: Bring to room temperature and serve simply with toasted nuts or dark bread. It's an excellent after-dinner cheese.

Wine Pairing: Whisky is the natural pairing. Alternatively, try a rich dark ale or Barolo.

Please note: all our cheeses are hand-cut and weights may vary slightly.