Hermelín, the ‘King of Cheeses’, is a soft, ripened cheese with a noble white mould on its surface, similar to classic Hermelín or Camembert. It has a velvety-smooth rind, a creamy texture and a characteristic delicate mushroom aroma – ideal as a delicacy on its own or as part of a cheese platter.

🍽️ Taste and experience

✔️ Flavour: delicate, slightly aromatic with notes of ripening mould
✔️ Texture: soft and creamy, spreads
easily ✔️ Experience: excellent as a snack with red wine, fruit and crispbread – the flavour develops fully at room temperature.

🧾 Ingredients and allergens

Main ingredients: milk, salt, lactic acid bacteria, noble mould (Penicillium candidum).
Allergens: contains milk and dairy products – not suitable for people with a milk allergy.

📊 Nutritional values (per 100 g)

(approximate, according to the manufacturer)

• Energy: ~1 351 kJ / ~326 kcal

• Fat: ~28 g

  • of which saturated fatty acids: ~19 g

• Carbohydrates: < 0.5 g

  • of which sugars: < 0.5 g

• Protein: ~18 g

• Salt: ~1.4 g
  (Nutritional information may vary slightly depending on the batch or the manufacturer’s specific recipe.)

🍽️ Culinary uses

✔️ On its own: as a delicacy with wine (e.g. Pinot Noir, Merlot) or with fruit and nuts.
✔️ On bread: melted Camembert on toast or in a baguette – a quick and tasty snack.
✔️ Dip: mix with herbs and olive oil – excellent with vegetables or crackers.
✔️ Baked: bake briefly with honey and nuts for a sweet-and-savoury effect.

💡 Tip: Take the cheese out of the fridge about 30–60 minutes before eating – this allows the flavour to develop better and makes the texture softer.