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Top 3 Local Pasteurized Milk Cheeses
in Dorset

Last updated on July 22, 2026
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Little Colonel

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Loosely based on Livarot, Little Colonel is a British cheese hailing from Dorset, where it's made by James's Cheese. This semi-soft cheese is made from pasteurized cow's milk and it's usually left to age from 6 to 8 weeks before consumption. Underneath its brine-washed rind, the texture is supple and smooth. The aromas are pungent, while the flavors are spicy and complex.

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Coastal Cheddar

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Coastal Cheddar is an English cheese hailing from Dorset. The cheese is made from pasteurized cow's milk and it's aged for 15 months. This rindless Cheddar has a crumbly and crunchy texture, a result of the calcium lactate crystals that occur during the maturation period. The aroma is nutty, while the flavors are sweet. It's recommended to pair Coastal Cheddar with local ciders.

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Dorset Blue Vinny

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Made from a traditional recipe and using unique skills, Dorset Blue Vinny is made from high quality milk in Dorset, firm in texture and piquant and peppery mild to strong in flavor. It contains irregular blue or green veining in the interior and a dry, moldy brown coat on the exterior. Texture is crumbly due to the lower fat content and it ages for twelve to eighteen months before consumption. It goes really well with eggs, for example in frittatas, or crumbled in scones. As for beverages, try pairing it with a red wine or port.

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