Sharpham Rustic with Smoked Chilli
Price range: £8.00 through £40.00
A Bold Twist on a Devon Classic
Sharpham Smoked Chilli Rustic is our classic semi-hard Rustic — creamy, lactic, and rich — taken to new heights with a warming blend of smoked chillies. We fold in flakes of fruity Ancho and smoky Chipotle, along with a spicy Numex mix from South Devon Chilli Farm, chosen for their unique qualities: deep, smoky heat rather than a fiery burn. The result is a cheese that’s complex, gently spicy, and beautifully balanced.
Speckled throughout with ruby red chilli flakes, this is a cheese that delivers subtle warmth and a lingering finish, never overpowering, always moreish.
Perfect for melting into chilli-stuffed quesadillas, slicing into burgers, or serving with a glass of dark beer and a hunk of crusty bread.
The classic Sharpham Rustic, smooth and creamy, is the perfect host for our latest adventure. It features smoky chipotle, sweet and fruity ancho chillies, paired with a spicy Numex mix from our friends at South Devon Chilli Farm, to create a taste sensation!
Learn more about our NEW Sharpham Rustic with Smoked Chilli cheese, the sizes we make it in, and the chillies we use:
Ancho chiles are dried, ripened poblano peppers, known for their mild, fruity, and slightly sweet flavour with a subtle earthy undertone. They are a popular ingredient in Mexican cuisine, particularly in the preparation of salsas, stews, and sauces such as mole. Anchos have a Scoville heat unit rating between 1,000 and 2,000, making them mild and suitable for a wide range of dishes.
Chipotle chillies are dried and smoked jalapeno peppers, known for their smoky, savoury flavour and a moderate level of heat. They are a staple in Mexican cuisine and are used to flavour various dishes, sauces, and marinades.
South Devon Chilli Farm: A mix of Guajillo, Pasilla, Anaheim and Big Jim. These chillies all have a very similar heat level and flavour profile. They’re classic NuMex chillies, which means they work well and are interchangeable.
If you still have a question, please don’t hesitate to contact us; we’ll be happy to help.
Tasting Notes:
Smoky | Creamy | Mild Heat | Earthy Depth
SIZE:
Made in two sizes, whole deli cheeses and mini truckles are perfect for topping celebration cheesecakes, cheeseboards, and gifting.
Large Whole Cheese -approximately 1.7kg, Diameter 18 cm x Height 8.5cm
PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:
Sharpham Rustic Smoked Chilli Cheese works a treat on the BBQ and is delicious grated over pasta.
DIETARY INFORMATION:
Pasteurised Jersey cow’s MILK. Suitable for vegetarians.
AWARDS:
2025 – Artisan Cheese Awards- Silver