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Red Dragon
Welsh cheddar-style cheese with mustard seeds and Welsh ale. Creamy and buttery with mustard bite and malty ale character.
Milk & style
Cow; verify package label • Wales Tang: 4/10 | Funkiness: 2/10
Food, wine & beer pairings
Food
Apples, chutney, crackers, pickles or charcuterie
Wine
Cider, Chardonnay or a fruit-forward red
Beer
English ale, lager or stout
More about this cheese
History & producer
Somerdale / Coombe Castle brand; verify label Red Dragon belongs to the cheddar tradition associated with Wales. Recipes and sourcing can vary by shipment, so use the current package or wheel label to identify the exact dairy and milk treatment.
At the cheese counter
A customer-friendly choice for snacking, boards, sandwiches or cooking; match the flavor intensity to their preference.
In the kitchen
MELTING: Very good – use gentle heat for a smooth result. GRATING: Good when well chilled. SHAVING: Good when cold – make short curls with a cheese plane.
Enjoy within
3-5 days after opening
Keep refrigerated and wrap well. “Enjoy within” is a best-quality guide; follow the package date and store food-safety procedures. Product details vary; confirm the current wheel or package label. The complete PDF includes the rennet reference and source notes.
