fresh · cow milk · Mexico · $
Panela
A smooth texture, with a semi-firm body.
Attribute scores
Best cheese wine pairing
Pair Panela with a light Italian white like Pinot Grigio, or Prosecco for something sweeter — a mild, milky cheese (creaminess 4) wants a light pour that won't overwhelm it.
Substitutes for Panela
Paneer similar overall, but less sharpness Brunost similar overall, but more creaminess Minas cheese similar overall, but more meltability Mizithra similar overall, but less firmness Tvorog similar overall, but more creaminess Cottage Cheese similar overall, but less firmness