What is Malkara Eski Kaşar Peyniri?
A large-format aged kaşar from Malkara, Tekirdağ; each wheel weighs at least 11 kg. Made from the spring and early summer milk of sheep, goat, and cow grazed on the diverse flora of the Thracian Ergene basin. Hot-stretched and aged for a minimum of 6 months. Straw-coloured thick rind with a compact, dry paste.
Taste, aroma, and texture
Firm and slightly granular; breaks cleanly. A straw-coloured thick rind encloses a compact, dry paste. Wheels weigh at least 11 kg. Becomes drier and more concentrated with extended ageing.
Earthy and herbal notes are equally dominant; alpine grass, meadow vetch, and thyme from Malkara’s Thracian pastures shape the profile. Fruity and animal notes are equally notable. Lactic notes are present. No smoky character.
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See your personal matchHow to enjoy it
- Sliced into cheese boards, sandwiches, or rustic plates.
- Grated over soups, pasta, or baked vegetables.
- Melted into toasties, gratins, or baked potatoes.
What pairs with Malkara Eski Kaşar Peyniri?
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- Grissini
- Salted Cracker
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- Whole Wheat Cracker
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See wine pairings for Malkara Eski Kaşar PeyniriStory and origin
Evliya Çelebi’s 17th-century Seyahatname mentions Malkara kaşar by name. By 1937, more than 40 kaşar dairies were active in Thrace. Scientific analysis has traced its flavour compounds to the diverse Thracian pasture flora of the Ergene basin. Registered as a geographical indication in Turkey.
Storage and serving
- Store in the fridge, wrapped or vacuum-packed.
- Air travel: suitable, especially if vacuum-packed.
Profile sources and methodology
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- Official designation
- Designation of Origin (Menşe Adı)
- Registered name
- Malkara Eski Kaşar Peyniri
- Register reference
- Registration No. 261 · C2010/053
Turkish Patent and Trademark Office
