Mitica
| "The Smokin' Goat" is a lightly smoked, semi-soft goat cheese from Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, made from high-fat, high-protein milk of the autochthonous Majorera goat adapted to the island's volcanic, arid terroir. Produced by Grupo Ganaderos de Fuerteventura, it undergoes pasteurization, coagulation with animal rennet, and beech wood smoking, resulting in a mildly smoky, creamy cheese aged 15 days. The cheese’s unique profile reflects its mineral-rich forage and desert climate. Marketed in the US by Mitica with approachable branding, it targets entry-level gourmets. It poses a pink mold risk (*Serratia marcescens*), requiring strict hygiene and disposal if contaminated. | |
| Country | Spain |
| Milk | Goat |
| Rennet | Animal |
| Heat Treatment | Pasteurized |
| Texture Profile | Elastic |
| Flavor Profile | Smoky, Creamy, Savory, Mild |
| Wine Pairings | Sauvignon Blanc, Tempranillo |
| Beer Pairings: | Pilsner, Wheat Ale |
| Food Pairings: | Marcona Almonds, Fig Jam, Smoked Goat Mac & Cheese, Grilled Cheese |
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