Honey Lavender Chèvre (Harley Farms)
- Producer
- Harley Farms
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Weight
- 4 oz
- Website
- www.harleyfarms.com
- Milk
- Goat
- Treatment
- Pasteurised
- Classification
- Soft
- Rennet
- Vegetable
- Rind
- None
- Style
- Fresh
- Flavor
- Flavor added to paste
Located in Pescadero, California, Harley Farms is a restored dairy farm that dates back to 1910. Owned and run by Dee Harley, a native of Britain, this is the only remaining dairy in San Mateo County, a once thriving dairy region. Having originally started with six pet goats, Harley Farms is now home to over 200 American Alpine goats. The milk is transformed into farmstead cheeses daily.
In production of this fresh chèvre, the milk is pasteurized at the lowest possible temperature in order to retain as much of its character as possible. The curd is also handled very gently to preserve the high moisture and delicate texture of the cheese. The fresh cheese is allowed to drain for 12-16 hours before being mixed with honey and lavender and then formed into logs.
Tasting Notes
Flavor of Honey Lavender Chèvre is fresh, milky and sweet with slight vegetal notes, a hint of citrus and a fragrant yet balanced lavender flavor. Texture is fragile and delicate, soft and silky.
Pairings
Spread this aromatic fresh cheese over oat crackers or toast.
