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Goat Milk Cheeses from Portugal

Discover cheeses made from goat milk in Portugal, from historic recipes to contemporary creations.

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Amarelo de Beira Baixa

Amarelo de Beira Baixa is a semi-firm cheese originating from the Beira Baixa Province in Portugal. Made from unpasteurized goat's or sheep's milk, it features a rich yellow color. The cheese has an acidic flavor profile, offering a tangy taste …

Country: Portugal
Milk Type: Goat's or sheep's milk
Texture: Semi-firm, artisan
Flavor: Acidic

Castelo Branco

Castelo Branco is a soft Portuguese cheese made from goat or sheep milk and named after the city of Castelo Branco. It has carried a Protected Designation of Origin since 1996 and runs about 45% fat.

Country: Portugal
Milk Type: Goat's and sheep's milk
Texture: Semisoft to hard
Flavor: Sour, spicy, tangy

Rabacal

Rabaçal is a Portuguese sheep's and goat's milk cheese from the village of Rabaçal in the Coimbra district, protected as a DOP since 1996. It is sold mainly as a hard cheese with a delicate, balanced taste that sharpens as …

Country: Portugal
Milk Type: Goat's and sheep's milk
Texture: Semi-hard, artisan
Flavor: Smooth

Alverca

Alverca is a semi-hard cheese from Portugal, made from either goat's or sheep's milk. The cheese undergoes a pasteurization process and has a fat content ranging from 40-50%. It is aged for about six months, which contributes to its firm …

Country: Portugal
Milk Type: Goat's or sheep's milk
Texture: Semi-hard

Bica de Queijo

Bica de Queijo is a semi-soft, artisan cheese from Póvoa de Lanhoso in Portugal. It is crafted using a blend of cow's, goat's, and sheep's unpasteurized milk, giving it a rich and creamy texture. With a 45% fat content, the …

Country: Portugal
Milk Type: Cow's, goat's and sheep's milk
Texture: Semi-soft, artisan
Flavor: Buttery, mild, salty

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