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St Tola

Bloomy RindGoat MilkIreland, Clare

Organic goat cheese made by Siobhan Ni Ghairbhith in the Burren region of County Clare. Available as a fresh log or aged round with bloomy rind. Named after a local 7th-century saint.

Aging Time

7 days – 1 month

Style: Bloomy Rind
Milk: Goat
Origin: Ireland · Clare
Ripening: ≥ 7 days

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Texture

Soft, chalky center becoming creamy under rind

Flavor

Fresh, lemony, slightly herbaceous

Nutrition (per 100g)

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