Stinking Bishop is a soft English cow's milk cheese. It has a strong and funky aroma, with a rich and creamy flavor including bitter, salty, and mushroomy notes.
What is the origin of Stinking Bishop's name?
Stinking Bishop cheese is named after a breed of pear, the Stinking Bishop pear. As the cheese ages, it is washed every four weeks with perry cider made from this pear.
How to serve Stinking Bishop
Like other strong, funky cheeses, Stinking Bishop should paired with crisp, firm accents such as crisp pear, celery, or radish. A light, palate-cleansing beverage, such as a hard cider or beer, would accompany it well.