A Family Tradition Since 1902
The Cahill family have been farming the lush green pasturelands of Newcastle West in Co. Limerick since 1902. We are one of the oldest artisanal cheese making families in Ireland using time-honoured methods and recipes passed down through the years to create our outstanding speciality cheddar cheese, matured to perfection.
Today we employ a small, skilled team of 20 people overseen by the fourth generation of the Cahill family marrying our traditional skills and old recipes with modern technology.
We only use 100% natural, locally sourced ingredients with our cheddar being made using pasteurised milk from grass-fed cows.
Our cheese has won recognition from around the globe having won a Gold Star from the Guild of Fine Foods and Silver at both the Great Taste Awards and the Mondial du Fromage.
Our Cheese Range
Original
Irish Porter
Originating on the family farm in 1985 this cheese is matured for 10 months and infused with rich, Irish porter to create a caramel, smokey undertone. The marbled effect means it looks as good as it tastes and is perfect with a Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio or Claret, Sancerre.
lrish Cream
Liqueur Cheddar
A white cheddar with a beautiful Irish crème liqueur. Best served after dinner as a desert cheese this sweet cheddar is another original from the Cahill family. Best when paired with a Sauvignon Blanc.
Cranberry
Cheddar
This fruity cheddar has a beautiful combination of creamy white cheddar and sweet cranberries. Each bite offers unique tastes and textures – mellow, creamy, sweet, sharp and fruity.
Original
Irish Whiskey
A soft, creamy and quintessentially Irish cheddar made using Kilbeggan Whiskey and matured for 10 months with a deep aroma of whiskey, butterscotch and pecan. Great with a Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon.
Cheddar with
Garlic & Fine Herbs
This rich, tangy cheese has an exceptional flavour. Crumbly and savoury with a buttery sweetness it's ideal for cooking, a cheese sauce or a cheeseboard. Great with Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
Smoked
Cheddar
This cheddar is slowly matured before being naturally smoked with a perfect blend of both Oak and Applewood. This cheese is best enjoyed melted in a sandwich or on a pizza. The blend of oak chips and applewood gives the cheddar a unique and natural taste.
Red
Wine
This striking cheddar with its marbling courtesy of elderberry wine makes for a sweet, fruity dessert cheese or is great in a salad. Perfect for St. Valentine’s day menus it’s a wonderful addition to any cheese board and best when paired with Sauternes, Beaujolais or Sauvignon Blanc.
Cheddar
with Chives
A mellow, creamy cheddar with a plentiful supply of chives and the perfect accompaniment to a full bodied wine such as Shiraz, Cabernet or even a vintage Port.
Spring
Onion
This smooth Irish Red Cheddar with finely chopped spring onion is a strong tasting cheddar with intense flavour best enjoyed on any type of sandwich or cheeseboard. The cheese can be found in most Super Valu’s nationwide in our 200g parchment Barrell packaging.
Wild Blueberries
& Vodka
Original and unique this sweet cheese made with wild blueberries soaked in vodka is a wonderful desert offering or addition to a summer salad. Best when paired with a Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon.
Chilli & Cracked
Black Peppercorn
This spicy cheddar is a wonderful addition to any sandwich. Visually appealing this cheese is at home on any cheeseboard and is perfect when paired with a Pinot Grigio.
Vintage
Cheddar
Our classic Vintage Cheddar has been aged for 24 months for delicous mature taste. Slightly crumbly but full of flavour. The cheese has quite a crumbly texture and has a beutiful creaminess taste. It has the perfect balance of strong, savoury flavours without being too overpowering.
Our Blog
Ireland – Milk Production
Ireland is one of the World leaders when it comes to dairy production. Ireland is well-known for its excellent land quality and our wet humid weather conditions. In Ireland we have over 18,500 dairy farmers and produce 5,400 billion litres of milk annually. The main...
Grass-Fed Cows vs Corn Fed Cows
In Ireland the vast majority of our cattle spend 9/10 months of the year outside grazing on fresh grass. The main reason for this is Irelands climate and its ability to grow top quality high yielding grass. In other countries where climates are extreme doesn't allow...
Cahill’s Garlic & Fine Herbs
Cahill's Garlic & Fine Herbs is one of our most popular cheese on our product list. The cheese has a rich and tangy taste with a hint of sweetness. This makes for an exceptional tasting cheddar. The cheese has a crumbly texture with a lovely buttery sweetness. The...
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Cahills Cheese Irish Recipes
Brisket Chilli Cheesy Pasta Burrito served with Cahill’s Cranberry Cheddar
Ingredients 1 OnionGarlic cloves1 chopped tomato2 tbsp of tomato pureeLean steak minceLeftover beef brisketRefried beans1 beef stock cubePastaCranberry cheeseTortilla wrapLettuceRed slawBrisket chilli Method Pre-heat frying pan and add oilSalute one onion and garlic...
Spring Onion & Garlic Cheese Scones
Ingredients 350g self raising flour25g caster sugarVanilla essence175ml buttermilk50g grated garlic & spring onion Cahill's cheddar50g ButterMilk Method Turn your oven to 200 degreesSieve 350g self raising flour and 25g of caster sugarDrop in 50g of real Irish...
Slow Cooked Steak Pie & Creamy Irish Creme Liqueur Cheese Mash
Ingredients Steak Pieces (recommend buying from local butcher) Beef Stock - 2 cubes with 600ml of boiling water3 tbsp of rapeseed oil2 onions chopped 3 tbsp plain flour1 tbsp of tomato ketchup375g sheet of pre-rolled puff pastry1 egg yolk beaten 6 Potatoes...
BBQ SEASON!
With Barbeque season fast approaching this summer! We highly recommend using our Irish Porter Cheese on a beef burger. Our Porter Cheese adds a unique caramel smokey undertone flavour to your burger. Why don’t you try it for yourself!
West Limerick Food Destination
At Cahill’s Irish Farm Cheese we are proud to be feaured in the West Limerick Food Series.