Sharpham Rustic with Smoked Chilli
Price range: £7.00 through £47.50
A Bold Twist on a Devon Classic
Sharpham Rustic Smoked Chilli is our classic semi‑hard Rustic — creamy, lactic and rich — taken to new heights with a warming blend of smoked chillies. We fold in fruity Ancho, smoky Chipotle, and a spicy NuMex mix from South Devon Chilli Farm, chosen for their 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, earthy depth and a lingering finish — never overpowering, always moreish. Perfect for melting into chilli‑stuffed quesadillas, slicing into burgers, or enjoying with a glass of dark beer and a hunk of crusty bread.
Learn More About Sharpham Rustic with Smoked Chilli Cheese
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 Sharpham Rustic with Smoked Chilli cheese, including the chillies we use, the sizes we make, and pairing inspiration below. If you still have a question, please don’t hesitate to contact us — we’re always happy to help.
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:
Avalible in two sizes, whole deli cheeses and wedges are perfect for cheeseboards and gifting.
- Large Whole Cheese – approx. 1.7 kg Diameter 18 cm × Height 8.5 cm
- Wedge – approx. 235g
PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:
Sharpham Rustic Smoked Chilli is fantastic on the BBQ, where its smoky notes shine, and is delicious grated over pasta, melted into quesadillas or folded through chilli‑laden dishes. Its gentle heat pairs beautifully with dark beer, West Country cider or a robust red.
Try the following recipes:
Beef burger stuffed with smoked chilli recipe
DIETARY INFORMATION:
- Pasteurised Jersey cow’s MILK
- Contains Chillies
- Suitable for vegetarians
- Edible white bloomy rind
STORAGE & SERVING:
For best results, store Sharpham Rustic Smoked Chilli in the fridge at 0–5°C. Bring to room temperature before serving to allow its smoky, savoury notes and creamy texture to fully develop.
AWARDS:
Sharpham Rustic Smoked Chilli has been recognised across regional competitions:
2025 – Artisan Cheese Awards– Silver
2025 Food Drink Devon Awards -Gold