Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese

Description

Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese

About Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese

Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese is a wonderfully creamy Somerset goat’s cheese with a gentle, fresh character. If you’re one of those people who thinks you don’t like goat’s cheese because it’s too strong or too ‘goaty’, this is exactly the sort of cheese I’d encourage you to try.

But some of you might remember it by another name.

For years this cheese was known as Capricorn Goat’s Cheese — a name I’ve always rather liked. Capri comes from the Latin for goat, while Capricorn is, of course, the goat of the zodiac. Clever, memorable and very appropriate for a goat’s cheese. But hey ho! These days it’s Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese, taking its name from its Somerset home.

Whatever you call it, what I particularly like is its balance. There’s all the fresh tang you’d expect from goat’s milk, but plenty of creaminess too, making it a really approachable introduction to this style of cheese.

The Cheese Formerly Known as Capricorn

Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese is made in Somerset by Cricket St Thomas, part of Lubborn Cheese.

The cheese has been a familiar sight on British cheese counters for years, particularly under its former Capricorn name. Although the packaging and name have changed, it remains that wonderfully approachable soft goat’s cheese many people already know.

And I still can’t quite bring myself to forget the old name. Capricorn Goat was just such a good name for a cheese!

Soft, Creamy and Gently Goaty

Made with pasteurised goat’s milk, Cricket St Thomas develops a soft white rind around a creamy paste that changes as the cheese ripens.

When younger, the centre can be a little firmer and fresher, with a clean lactic tang and lovely citrusy flavours. As it matures, the paste softens from the outside in and the flavours become richer, earthier and a little more savoury.

That’s one of the reasons I think it’s such a good introduction to goat’s cheese. You get the character of the milk without anything becoming overwhelming.

Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese  – Jen’s Tasting Notes

How to Serve and Pair Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese

• Make sure you take it out of the fridge a good hour before you want to eat it so it can come up to room temperature.
• Classic pairings: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc is a classic with goat’s cheese for a reason. That lovely fresh acidity works beautifully with the clean, citrusy tang of the cheese.
• Something a little different: Try an English cider. The apple fruit and refreshing acidity are lovely against the creamy texture of the cheese.
• On the plate: Keep things fresh with crisp apple or pear and some good crusty bread. A little honey works beautifully too if you fancy adding some sweetness.
• In the kitchen: Goat’s cheese and caramelised onion is one of those combinations that just works. Use Cricket St Thomas in a tart, crumble it over a pizza or add it to an omelette or quiche. It’s also brilliant warm with beetroot and a simple green salad.

Jen’s note: I still miss the old name Capricorn Goat. Capri means goat, Capricorn is the goat of the zodiac… it was perfect! Cricket St Thomas tells you where it comes from, which is very sensible, but sometimes I think sensible isn’t quite as much fun.

Buying Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese

• Brand or Producer: Lubborn Cheese
• Product name: Cricket St Thomas Goat’s Cheese
• Milk: Goat
• Country: England
• Region: Somerset
• Strength: Mild
• Vegetarian: Yes
• Suitable for pregnancy: No
• Allergens: MILK

Sizes and Prices

• 100g whole cheese, £4.65

Storage Advice

• Keep refrigerated
• Wrap in waxed paper or cling film
• Remove from the fridge before serving
• Consume within 10 to 14 days of opening

Delivery and Collection

• UK wide courier delivery
• Click and collect from our Pangbourne shop
• Free local delivery available for selected postcodes

Ingredients (Allergens are listed in capitals)

MILK, starter cultures, vegetarian rennet, salt