Old King Coal Charcoal Cheddar Cheese, 200g

Old King Coal Charcoal Cheddar Cheese, 200g

Looking for a cheese that really stands out on the cheeseboard? Old King Coal Charcoal Cheddar Cheese by JJ Sandham is a striking black cheddar made in Lancashire, combining mature cheddar with purified activated charcoal to create its unmistakable dark appearance.

Don’t let the colour fool you – underneath that dramatic black exterior is a rich, creamy cheddar with a smooth texture and plenty of savoury flavour. The activated charcoal gives the cheese its distinctive appearance, making it a real conversation starter and a brilliant contrast against traditional cheeses on a cheeseboard.

Serve Old King Coal Charcoal Cheddar Cheese with crisp crackers, crusty bread and a fruity chutney. Fig chutney works particularly well, while fresh grapes or sliced apple provide a refreshing contrast to the rich cheddar. Add it alongside Creamy Lancashire, flavoured cheddar and other British cheeses to create an eye-catching cheeseboard or grazing platter.

Its unusual black colour also makes this cheese a fantastic choice for entertaining. Slice it for grazing boards, add it to a ploughman’s lunch or use it to bring something completely different to a cheese and wine evening.

The handy 200g cheese also makes a memorable addition to a Lancashire cheese hamper or build-your-own gift box. It’s particularly good for cheese lovers who enjoy discovering unusual British cheeses and something a little different from traditional cheddar.

Made by JJ Sandham, a family-run Lancashire cheesemaker established in 1929, Old King Coal Charcoal Cheddar Cheese proves that cheese doesn't have to look traditional to taste delicious.

Strikingly black, creamy and full of cheddar flavour – the cheese that's guaranteed to get people talking.