Strathdon Blue

Strathdon Blue
Country of origin
Scotland
RegionRoss-shire
TownTain
Source of milk
Cows
PasteurisedYes
TextureCreamy, semi-soft

Strathdon Blue is a creamy full-fat blue cheese made in Tain in Scotland.

Production

While previously produced by another company, Strathdon Blue has been produced at Blarliath Farm since the 1990s by the Highland Fine Cheeses company run by the Stone family of Tain, from herds of Ayrshire and Friesian cattle from Caithness. It is influenced by Bleu d'Auvergne.[1]

History

Strathdon Blue won a gold medal at the British Cheese Awards in 2007.[2]

In 2021, Mini Cheddars released a limited edition Strathdon Blue flavour.[3]

Description

Strathdon is made from pasteurised milk[4] and vegetarian rennet. It is said to have a tangy flavour.[5]

References

  1. ^ "Strathdon Blue". Highland Fine Cheeses. Retrieved 23 February 2026.
  2. ^ "From Blur to Blue: How a rocker helped create Scottish cheese". The Herald. 24 November 2008.
  3. ^ Sarah Bradbury. "Mini Cheddars unveils three new flavours - Chilli Cheddar, Ploughman's Cheese and Strathdon Blue". Daily Mirror. Retrieved 23 February 2026.
  4. ^ Hector MacKenzie (1 May 2023). "Minger makes the cut for Highland Fine Cheeses of Tain after Scottish Retail Food & Drink Awards shortlisting". Ross-shire Journal. Retrieved 23 February 2026.
  5. ^ "Cheese Counter". George Strachan Ltd. of Deeside. Retrieved 23 February 2026.


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