Blugins is a distinctive blue cheese product made by La Casearia Carpenedo. This artisanal cheese is notable for its infusion with gin, which imparts a unique flavor profile combining the sharp, tangy characteristics of blue cheese with the aromatic botanicals of gin.
La Casearia Carpenedo, an Italian dairy celebrated for its innovative cheese-making techniques, ages Blugins carefully to ensure a balanced and harmonious taste. The cheese is typically enjoyed as a centerpiece on cheese boards or as a bold component in gourmet recipes.
Producer
La Casearia Carpenedo is a cheese producer based in Italy, known for its innovative approach to affinage, the process of aging cheeses. The company collaborates with affineur Antonio Carpenedo, who brings traditional techniques and creative flair to cheese aging, including infusing cheeses with wine and other local products.
Among their notable creations is the Ubriaco cheese, which is aged with the remains of wine grapes after pressing.