Livanjski sir

Livanjski sir is a hard, full-fat cheese from Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is made from cow's milk, sheep's milk, or a mixture of both, and can be pasteurized, thermalized, or raw. The cheese has a slightly sweet taste reminiscent of walnut kernels and becomes piquant as it ripens. It contains at least 60% dry matter and 45% fat in dry matter. The cheese is cylindrical, with a smooth, hard, golden-yellow rind that forms naturally during ripening. Livanjski sir is traditionally produced in the Livno region and surrounding areas, where the unique climate and vegetation contribute to its distinct flavor. The cheese is aged for a minimum of 60 days, with an optimal ripening period of 90 days.

Key Facts

Country of Origin	Bosnia and Herzegovina
Specific Origin	Livno, Tomislavgrad, Kupres, Glamoč, Grahovo, and Drvar municipalities
Protection	PGI (2022)
Milk Type	Cow's milk, sheep's milk, or a mixture
Milk Treatment	Pasteurized, thermalized, or raw
Fat Content	At least 45% in dry matter
Rind	Smooth, hard, golden yellow
Texture	Compact, weakly elastic, easy to cut, dense texture
Flavor	Slightly sweetish, piquant
Aroma	Pronounced, typical for mature hard cheeses, reminiscent of aromatic herbs
Colors	Light yellow to dark yellow
Forms	Cylindrical wheels
Age	Minimum 60 days, optimally 90 days