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Coolea Cheese

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Coolea
Country of originIreland
RegionWest Cork
TownCoolea
Source of milkcows[1]
PasteurisedYes
TextureHard
Fat content45%
Weight900 g (32 oz), 5.5 kg (12 lb) and 9 kg (20 lb)
Aging timeSix to twelve months

Coolea is a type of cow's milk cheese that consists of a smooth, Gouda-like texture with rich, sweet, caramelly flavours. Like Gouda, Coolea cheese is covered in a thick, solid wax rind which contributes to the cheese's flavour and texture.[citation needed]

Since the late 1970s, Coolea has been made from an old Dutch Gouda recipe by the Willems family in the Coolea area of County Cork in Ireland.[2] It has won a number of awards both nationally and internationally.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "The Perfect Irish Whiskey And Cheese Pairings". forbes.com. 9 June 2022. Retrieved 26 August 2022.
  2. ^ "Say (Irish) cheese!". independent.ie. Independent News & Media. 31 December 2017. Retrieved 26 August 2022.
  3. ^ "Coolea Cheese". cooleacheese.com.