Summary of Supermarket Own-Brand Cheddar Cheese Crowned Better than Cathedral City
Overview
- Publication: Metro News
- Published Date: April 22, 2025
- Author: Courtney Pochin
Key Highlights
- A blind taste test organized by Which? revealed Tesco's own-brand cheddar cheese as superior to popular brands Cathedral City and Davidstow among others.
- Tesco Finest Mature English Cheddar Cheese scored 78%, excelling in taste and texture.
Comparative Analysis
- Davidstow Classic Cheddar: Second place with 75%, recognized for quality despite higher price.
- M&S Cornish Cove Mature Cheddar: Third place, scored 73%.
- Castello Tickler Mature Cheddar: Fourth place, scored 71%.
- Cathedral City and Pilgrims Choice: Joint fifth place, each with 70%.
- Sainsbury's Barbers Mature Cruncher and Aldi's cheese follow closely.
- Co-op Irresistible Somerset Mature Cheddar: Last place at 66% due to lack of favorable crumble and flavor.
Testing Methodology
- A panel of 76 regular cheddar consumers rated the cheeses via blind tasting.
- Evaluations were based on flavor (50%), aroma (20%), appearance (15%), and texture (15%).
Pricing
- Tesco's cheese costs £4 for 350g, aligning with the average price in the test but not necessarily cheaper than all prominent brands.
- Davidstow's cheddar is priced at £4.75 for 350g, noted as a premium choice.
Additional Insights
- Previous tests also found Aldi’s own-brand butter to outperform Lurpak.
- Consumers are encouraged to look for deals on premium cheeses.
Conclusion
The testing revealed surprising results favoring supermarket own-brands, challenging established perceptions about premium cheese brands like Cathedral City.
Contact & Read More
- For more information on the taste test and additional lifestyle tips, readers are encouraged to explore the Metro News website or contact the Metro Lifestyle Team.
Related Topics: Aldi, Co-op, Cost of Living, Foodie Trends, Supermarkets, Tesco.