Fine Cheese Co. Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Sea Salt Crackers

Description

The Fine Cheese Co. Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Sea Salt Crackers

These crackers are designed to complement cheese, enhancing its flavour rather than competing with it. The Fine Cheese Co. includes them in their “Partners for Cheese” range, a fitting label, as they truly let whatever you put on them stand out. With a simple recipe and just-right crunch, they’re ideal for any cheese or accompaniment.

Flavour Profile

The first bite is always a treat: light, crisp, and satisfyingly snap. They’re much thinner than your usual savoury biscuit, which means they don’t get in the way of the cheese. Instead, they’re just flavourful enough to be interesting, but still let the cheese take centre stage.

The primary flavour comes from extra virgin olive oil, which gives the crackers a subtle richness and a faintly fruity aroma. This olive oil character adds a Mediterranean-style warmth, softening the biscuit’s dryness and contributing a delicate savoury note.

Complementing the olive oil is a generous sprinkle of crystal sea salt, which enhances the savoury elements and sharpens the overall flavour. The salt crystals add occasional bursts of salinity, highlighting the flavours of the cheese placed on top.

The wheat flour base includes enough yeast to keep things light and crisp. They’re sturdy for cheese slices, without being so hard they shatter.

These crackers are light, crisp, and gently savoury, with just enough olive oil and sea salt to be interesting. They support the cheese rather than compete for attention.

Cheese Pairing Ideas

Because these crackers are so simple and balanced, they pair well with almost any cheese style. Their neutral profile makes them especially well-suited to firm cheeses, where their crunch adds texture without overpowering the cheese. Below are some specific pairing ideas and what makes each pairing work.

1. Pecorino – The salty, nutty intensity of Pecorino pairs beautifully with the cracker’s olive oil note, while the cracker’s subtle crunch balances the cheese’s dense texture. For added sweetness, try a drizzle of honey.
2. Comté PDO or Le Gruyère AOP – These Alpine cheeses are firm and have buttery, nutty flavours that echo the rich olive oil in the crackers. Their smooth textures contrast nicely with the cracker’s crispness.
3. Mature Cheddar – This classic, strong, and tangy cheese is complemented by the subtle saltiness and light olive oil flavour of the crackers, while the crackers’ crunch provides a firm base for spreading or slicing cheddar.
4. Manchego PDO – The sweet and nutty flavour of Manchego is a natural match for the olive oil in the cracker, and adding quince paste offers a sweet contrast that enhances both the cheese and the cracker.
5. Chèvre Bûche – The creamy, tangy profile of our goat log contrasts with the cracker’s crispness. A drizzle of honey or a few thyme leaves can complement the goat’s cheese while adding aromatic depth.

Jen’s Note: These crackers are a must on our cheeseboard at home. Their light crunch, gentle olive oil flavour, and sea salt lift the cheese without overpowering it. Whether you go for a mature cheddar, a nutty Comté, or creamy goat’s cheese, these always go down well.

Buying Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Sea Salt Crackers

• £3.45

Ingredients (Allergens are listed in capitals)

WHEAT flour, extra virgin olive oil (11%), autolysed yeast, sea salt (5%), raising agent: sodium bicarbonate

Warning: Not suitable for nut allergy sufferers

Weight: 125g