Pairing Chocolate and Blue Cheese
“Moldy Cheese”
The origin of blue cheese is often linked to a legend in France, where a shepherd allegedly left cheese in a cave and later returned to find it colonized by a blue-green mold. This mold, known as Penicillium roqueforti, is now deliberately introduced during cheese production to create the distinctive blue veins. Numerous varieties of blue cheese can be found worldwide, including Roquefort from France, Stilton from the UK, and Gorgonzola from Italy.
Imagine the exciting taste of blue cheese combined with the smooth richness of dark chocolate blended with ginger, creating a wonderful mix of flavors that delights your taste buds. The sharpness of the cheese enhances the chocolate’s deep cocoa flavor, while the ginger adds a spicy warmth that makes every bite special, resulting in a truly memorable experience. On the other hand, pairing blue cheese with the sweet creaminess of white chocolate creates a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, where the cheese’s complexity is balanced by the chocolate’s gentle buttery notes, leading to a luxurious mix that is both enjoyable and elegant. Each pairing encourages you to discover new flavors, turning every combination into a delightful culinary adventure.
Shop our suggested selections below via a "build your own tasting flight" option to host your own chocolate pairing. Please keep in mind, all pairings are subjective person-to-person, and these are mere suggestions to help get you started to find your favorite pairings. We also have posted an aroma wheel so your guests can use it as a guideline to discuss what flavor notes/aromas they are noticing with each pairing. Want to share your initial thoughts or your favorite pairings? Let us know here!
Download WWC's Aroma & Chocolate pairing notes template for hosting your own tasting party
Build-Your-Own Blue Cheese & Chocolate Pairing Selection
Mix-and-Match our chocolate bar suggestions to build your own pairing flight.