The Cheesiest Gifts We Could Find For Cheese Lovers This Christmas
Is it even Christmas if you don’t end up eating too much cheese? Is there even a thing as too much cheese? These are the serious questions we have been asking ourselves over here at Consommé HQ as we countdown the days till Christmas with a slice of cheese in one hand and another slice in the other. We are cheese lovers - we are not afraid to say it - and we love a good cheese gift. And you are either on the same page as us, or know someone who is (otherwise you wouldn’t be here, now would you? Unless you are stuck in a cheese coma, in that case, we feel you!) We have rounded up the best gifts for cheese lovers from the stinkiest of blue - to the creamiest of white, and every accompaniment, both food and drink that makes these beauties shine.
Tracklements
The Cheese Collection - Tracklements
Made for the most discerning cheese lover, this Cheese Collection (£17.15, Tracklements) comprised of four beautifully made chutneys you can slather on: Apricot & Ginger, Green Tomato, or Apple & Cider Brandy and our favourite: Caramelised Onion Marmalade your favourite classic or artisan cheeses. All of Tracklements jars are handmade, abiding to traditional recipes and only utilising the best quality ingredients and that can be seen, sniffed and tasted in every single one. Our go-to brand for cheese and meat accompaniments.
Bushmills®
Bushmills® Irish Whiskey 16 Year Old Single Malt
A rather unique pairing for the cheeseboard but one that works incredible; is a little more luxurious than your Nan’s port is this Bushmills® Irish Whiskey 16 Year Old single malt (£78, Master of Malt). With a small batch philosophy that reigns back for the brand over 400 years, their contemporary vision combined with their rich whiskey-making history makes this a bottle that should be sipped and celebrated. We love the complex notes of oak, nuts and Christmas spice finished with juicy fruits and honey, plus its hint of ruby redness make it a beautiful addition to any evening. Drink neat or with a small ice cube to unpack its unique flavours and pair with a rich and creamy cheese such as Roquefort or Goat’s.
TOG
Mouse Cheeseboard
New to TOG, this incredible hand-made in West Yorkshire ‘Mouse’ cheeseboard (£100, TOG Knives) has taken its design influence from Japan and is made from sustainably sourced American wood - making it naturally antimicrobial - a hidden power needed in all classy cheeseboards. The new Mouse board, which has raised feet for a better display is available in two different colours, American Black Walnut or European Beech; both offer a beautiful board to display all of your favourite cheese or charcuterie meats for the festive season and beyond.
Royal British Legion Poppy Shop
RBL Savoury Crackers and Chutney Selection
Supporting a worthy cause this Christmas has never been tastier. The Royal British Legion Poppy Shop have crafted the ultimate set for Cheese Lovers (£10.99, Poppy Shop) - including these delightful Poppy Cheddar Cheese Savoury Crackers with Sun-dried Tomato Chutney and a Caramelised Onion Chutney. All profits go to the Royal British Legion’s work in supporting the Armed Forces community and you get to jazz up your cheeseboard with something that tastes good but does even better.
Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses
The GOAT - with Crackers and Chutney
For lovers of Goat’s Cheese, look no further. This absolutely special and unique gift from Butlers Cheeses is now one of our absolute favourites. Combining unique Goat’s cheeses you’ve probably never had before with savoury snacks for the ultimate in cheeseboarding, The GOAT Letterbox (£10, Butlers Cheeses) contains a Beacon Blue - silky smooth with a peppery tang, a This is Proper Goat’s Cheese - a fresh firm and bright white and a Ravens Oak - nutty with a delicate white rind. Made complete with Tracklements (hey, we love a collab!) Sticky Fig Relish and Peter’s Yard Crispbreads - this really is the greatest of all time.