Casatica® di Bufala

$35.00/Lb


Barely restrained by its bloomy rind, this soft-ripened stracchino-style is unbelievably rich and creamy, with a plump, custardy texture. Italian water buffalo give the richest and sweetest milk of any dairy animal, but it’s rarely used for styles other than the ever-popular Mozzarella di Bufala. It creates a milky custard that sits barely restrained inside a soft and fluffy rind, a beautiful pillow of marshmallowy delight. It bite holds in a mild, delicate milkiness within its depths, a sweetness that melts across the palate. This Italian beauty loves something bubbly for a perfectly blissful union.

Unless noted otherwise, Murray's cheeses sold by the lb ship in multiple 0.5 lb increments. To request a whole wheel, please contact the Murray's team at orders@murrayscheese.com at least 72 hours prior to your desired ship date.


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Just the Facts

Country
Italy
Region
Lombardy
Milk Type
Buffalo
Pasteurization
Pasteurized
Rennet Type
Animal
Age
3-5 weeks

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