Just in time to help celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, our March Spotlight Cheese showcases two specialties of Irish craftsmanship at once: sharp, savory Cheddar, and rich, aromatic whiskey. Indeed, Trader Joe’s Irish Cheddar with Irish Whiskey comes to us from a seasoned creamery in Ireland, whose expertise with spirits-infused cheeses has won them awards and accolades. Here, their Irish Cheddar is subtly flavored with authentic Irish Whiskey so that its delicately oaky and fruity notes complement, rather than overpower, the creamy texture and slight tanginess of the cheese.

Excellent for cheese boards, charcuterie plates, and party platters of all kinds (though especially for those served at St. Patrick’s Day get-togethers!), Trader Joe’s Irish Cheddar with Irish Whiskey can be enjoyed entirely on its own, or as part of a larger recipe. It’s excellent when crumbled over salads, sliced and melted over a burger or grilled cheese, mixed into a macaroni bake, or any other dish that could do with a bit of creamy complexity. And for a fun, sublimely simple pairing, try a slice or two alongside our TJ’s Special Reserve Irish Whiskey, on the rocks or as part of highball.