Collection: Cheese

Discover the authentic depth of Dimjan, a premium pressed fresh cheese smoked entirely by natural methods. Crafted for those who appreciate pure, unadulterated flavors, this cheese is carefully exposed to the smoke of select natural wood, completely avoiding the use of artificial additives or liquid smoke. The result is a beautiful golden exterior and a tender, milky paste that perfectly absorbs the rich, savory notes of the hearth. Characterized by its clean yet distinct smoky aroma, Dimjan is an incredibly versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Enjoy it thinly sliced on a gourmet platter alongside Gligora’s extra virgin olive oil, melted over artisanal burgers, or paired with a crisp, refreshing lager.

The award-winning Kolan cheese in the Gligora Superior line — an exceptional Croatian cow's milk cheese from Pag island. Made from 100% cow's milk and aged with time and patience. Deep, layered, unmistakably long on the palate — a signature nuttiness carries through to notes of dried fruit and briny salt-flowers. This 190 g vacuum-sealed portion is the taster's choice: enough to properly explore the character, small enough to buy without commitment. A cheese-board headliner and the perfect gift for cheese-lovers.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · Superior line

The Superior tier of Gligora's flagship Kolan cheese — an award-winning classic made from 100% cow's milk, aged longer and with more attention in Gligora's cellars to bring out the deepest expression of the style. Firm, deep-golden paste with pronounced crystalline structure; profound layered aromatics of dried hazelnut, toasted grain, Adriatic salt-flowers and long-aged cow's milk. Long, complex, unmistakably world-class finish.The Superior tier represents Gligora's most decorated work: multiple international gold medals, and a benchmark against which other Croatian cow's milk cheeses are measured. This 650 g quarter wheel is a collector's format — a serious slow-eating piece for the discerning cheese-board.650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · Superior line · Aged · Quarter wheel

A delicacy version of Gligora's Kolan cheese — pieces of the cows's milk cheese gently preserved in quality olive oil with fresh sage leaves. The cheese softens slightly in the oil, drinking in the herbal aroma to become a sumptuous, ready-to-serve antipasti star: spreadable on warm bread, beautiful alongside cured meats, or simply spooned onto a plate as the centrepiece of a thoughtful Mediterranean board. 190 g · Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia

Our Cow’s Milk Cheese with Lavender is an exceptional artisanal delicacy that beautifully marries traditional semi-hard cheese with the delicate, floral elegance of Mediterranean lavender. Enriched with natural lavender on the rind, this cheese offers a mild yet distinctly aromatic scent and flavor profile. A Perfect Balance of Flavors: The natural, subtle sweetness and refreshing creaminess of the cow's milk base serve as the perfect canvas for the aromatic, slightly spicy notes of the lavender rind. Together, they create a sophisticated depth of flavor that develops elegantly on the palate. Inspired by Coastal Traditions: Rooted in the ancient Mediterranean heritage of wrapping and preserving cheeses in wild aromatic herbs, this product carries an authentic connection to the sun-drenched landscapes and indigenous flora of the Croatian littoral. An Elegant Gourmet Experience: A true treat for those who appreciate unique flavor combinations and all-natural ingredients, this lavender cheese brings a touch of pure elegance to your dining table or charcuterie board. It pairs magnificently with light crackers, walnuts, a drizzle of acacia honey, and a chilled glass of elegant white or rosé wine.

Experience the intensified richness of a Gligora classic with Kolan Extra Old Cheese. As the oldest brand of Gligora Dairy, first created in 1996, Kolan has long been cherished. This extra-aged version (6 - 12 months) takes our beloved 100% cow's milk cheese from the Zadar hinterland to an entirely new level of culinary excellence. What makes Kolan Extra Old special? Extended Aging: Through a prolonged maturation process, the cheese develops a much firmer, crystalline texture and a deeper, robust flavor profile. Intense Tasting Notes: The familiar pleasant aromas of regular Kolan evolve into pronounced, intense nutty notes with a savory, delicately piquant finish. Heritage & Tradition: It proudly carries its original visual identity—the iconic label featuring the Church of St. Jerome from the Kolan field. Perfect for shaving over gourmet pasta dishes, pairing with robust red wines, or taking the center stage on an exclusive cheese board.

Paški sir — Croatia's most awarded and most famous cheese, made exclusively from the milk of indigenous Pag sheep grazing on the island's wind-swept, herb-dusted karst pastures. Salt spray from the bora wind coats the sea-side herbs the sheep eat, giving their milk — and this cheese — an unmistakable savoury-mineral character that no cheese anywhere in the world can replicate. Firm, deep-golden paste with a fine crystalline structure that develops with age; long-savoury, nutty and unmistakably aromatic on the palate. Sirana Gligora holds more international awards for Paški sir than any other producer.Perfect on a serious cheese board with Croatian honey and dry-cured pršut, shaved over pasta, or paired with a Plavac Mali or a full-bodied Croatian white. This 225 g vacuum-packed portion is the everyday format — enough for a proper cheese-board share, small enough for one-off enjoyment.225 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% Pag sheep's milk · PDO / ZOI · Vacuum-packed

Žigljen — Gligora's celebrated aged classic — made from a traditional blend of sheep's and cow's milk, then finished in the Croatian tradition of grape must (mošt), which coats the wheel and slowly infuses the paste with fruity depth and a beautifully violet-tinted rind. The mixed-milk base gives the cheese balance: the depth and character of sheep's milk lifted by the creamier body of cow's milk. The grape-must finish adds subtle wine-fruit sweetness and a distinctive winey aromatic layer that sets this format apart.Firm, deep-golden paste with fine crystalline structure and a soft, purple-hued rind. A memorable centrepiece for a cheese board — pair with a bold Croatian red (Plavac Mali or Dingča), figs, and walnuts. This 325 g special-pack format is a serious cheese-lover's portion.325 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · Sheep's & cow's milk blend · Aged in grape must · Special pack

Žigljen — Gligora's celebrated aged classic, made from a traditional blend of sheep's and cow's milk and matured to develop deep character. Named after the traditional Croatian salt-pan (žigljen), the cheese honours the island's centuries-old tradition of salt-and-cheese making. The mixed-milk base gives the cheese balance: the depth and character of sheep's milk lifted by the creamier body of cow's milk. Firm, deep-golden paste with fine crystalline structure and pronounced nutty aromatics; long, savoury and unmistakably aromatic on the palate.This 650 g quarter wheel is the serious cheese-lover's format: a considered piece for slow slicing over the coming weeks, and pairing with Croatian reds, cured meats, and good olive oil.650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · Sheep's & cow's milk blend · Aged · Quarter wheel

Jadranski (Adriatic) sir — Gligora's approachable, everyday semi-hard cheese made from a blend of cow's and sheep's milk. The cow's milk brings creaminess and body; the sheep's milk brings depth and Adriatic character — but softer and milder than Žigljen, an easier entry to the mixed-milk style. Semi-hard, pale-golden paste with clean savoury flavour, a gentle mineral tone and a friendly, everyone-loves-it profile. A gateway to Gligora's range for those new to Croatian cheeses, and a workhorse for those who know it.This 650 g quarter wheel is the family-and-kitchen format — great for slicing into sandwiches, cubing onto boards, melting under grilled toast, or serving simply with fresh bread and olives.650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Croatia · Cow's & sheep's milk blend (milder than Žigljen) · Semi-hard · Quarter wheel

The smoked version of Gligora's Jadranski cheese — the everyday cow's-and-sheep's-milk blend (milder than Žigljen), slow-smoked over Croatian beechwood to develop a warm, wood-fired aromatic layer. The base is the familiar creamy-and-savoury Jadranski profile; the smoke adds a gentle wood note that lifts without ever overwhelming the milk.Semi-hard, pale-golden paste with a golden rind and a clean smoked-savoury finish. This 650 g quarter wheel is a family-friendly workhorse: slice for sandwiches (perfect for grilled cheese), melt onto burgers, or add to a rustic cheese board with dry-cured meats and Croatian red wine.650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Croatia · Cow's & sheep's milk blend · Beechwood-smoked · Semi-hard · Quarter wheel

Named for ancient Liburnia — the pre-Roman coastal culture that once spanned Croatia's northern Adriatic — Liburjan is Gligora's homage to the region's shepherding heritage. A firm, aged cheese made from a traditional blend of sheep's, cow's and goat's milk — the three milks that shaped Adriatic dairy tradition. The three-milk base delivers uncommon complexity: depth and character from sheep, creamy body from cow, brightness and clean herbal tang from goat — all layered into a beautifully balanced whole with a clean lactic depth, a lightly saline finish, and a hint of Mediterranean herbs from the pastures of Pag.This 650 g quarter wheel is the serious format for the cheese-board lover — shave it over risotto and salads, or place it as the star of a board with Malvazija, Pošip or a lighter Plavac Mali, alongside olives, honey and cured meats.650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · Sheep's, cow's & goat's milk blend · Aged · Quarter wheel

A cow's milk cheese from Croatia's mainland, aged to the demanding Superior standard — Težački (from „težak“, the worker/labourer) is Gligora's tribute to Croatia's hardworking continental farming tradition. Firm, straw-golden paste with layered, savoury depth; notes of hay, warm butter and toasted nuts carry through to a long, quietly minerally finish. This 190 g vacuum-sealed portion is a mature choice for the cheese board, shaved over pasta or grated into risotto. Pair with a fuller Croatian red — Plavac Mali, Frankovka or an oaked white.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Croatia · Cow's milk · Superior line

Experience the undisputed king of Croatian cheeses in an exclusive luxury packaging. Crafted by the world-renowned Gligora Dairy on the rugged island of Pag, Paški Sir is an award-winning artisan hard cheese made exclusively from 100% pure island sheep’s milk. What makes Paški Sir truly legendary is its irreplaceable origin. The island’s indigenous sheep graze on wild aromatic herbs like sage and immortelle, naturally dusted with sea salt carried across the pastures by the fierce Bura wind. This gives the cheese its distinct, intensely aromatic flavor profile with a rich, nutty finish. Encased in a premium display box, this 650 g special pack is created to impress. Whether you are building an elite charcuterie board, searching for a memorable corporate or holiday gift, or celebrating a special occasion, this PDO-certified delicacy brings the authentic taste of the Mediterranean straight to your table.

Bite-sized cubes of Gligora's truffle cheese — the dairy's signature cow's milk cheese studded with pieces of prized black truffle. Firm and beautifully creamy, with the unmistakable earthy-mushroom perfume of truffle running through every bite. Pre-cubed for instant enjoyment: scatter on a cheese board, pop into a cocktail-hour bowl, dice into risotto, or fold into scrambled eggs. A serious luxury made effortlessly convenient.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · Cow's milk · With black truffle · Pre-cubed

A vibrant snack pack of Gligora's flavoured cheese cubes — a curated mix of the dairy's most popular additions: chilli, herbs, peppercorn, olives and other Mediterranean accents woven through a firm, well-aged base cheese. Each cube delivers a different note in a single bite, making this the ideal lazy-cheese-board solution: open the pack, tip onto a wooden board, add olives and bread, pour a glass of Croatian white. Equally excellent in salads or alongside an aperitivo.190 g · Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · Mixed flavoured cheese cubes

Elevate your next gathering, business event, or celebration with the Gligora Gourmet Tasting Platter. Expertly curated for 4 to 6 people, this premium platter brings together our most celebrated, award-winning cheeses and finest traditional charcuterie—making it the perfect choice for effortless hosting or as a luxurious gift for food lovers. What’s Inside the Platter: Award-Winning Gligora Cheeses (530g total): A masterfully selected assortment featuring our world-famous Paški sir (Pag Island cheese), Žigljen Extra Aged, Kolan, as well as our exciting contemporary varieties—Chili Cheese and Hemp Cheese. Premium Charcuterie (250g total): Authentic, melt-in-your-mouth Croatian Pršut (dry-cured ham) and savory Pečenica (dry-cured pork loin). Gourmet Accompaniments: Mild peppers stuffed with fresh curd cheese (skuta), savory olives stuffed with cheese, and a decorative garnish of fresh grapes, crunchy almonds, and artisanal crackers. IMPORTANT ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS (CLICK & COLLECT ONLY) This product is available exclusively for webshop order with pick-up at our physical Gligora stores. To ensure your platter is freshly prepared, please specify the following in the Order Notes at checkout: The specific Gligora store location where you wish to pick up your platter. Your preferred date and time for pick-up.

A 100 g pre-sliced cheese platter from Gligora — featuring three of the dairy's most loved cheeses: the legendary PDO Paški sir, the rustic Kolan and the goat-milk Kozlar. Each slice delivers a different facet of the Gligora style: from the mineral-driven complexity of Paški sir to the friendly milky-tangy character of Kozlar. The perfect quick-cheese-board solution: open, lay onto a wooden board, add olives and bread, pour a Croatian white.100 g · Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · Pre-sliced platter

Likotin is Gligora's Adriatic classic — a hard cheese made from 100% sheep's milk sourced from the Lika highlands, where the harsh mountain climate and diverse pastures shape the milk's exceptional character. Pale, dense paste with pronounced structure and a beautifully layered flavour: deep milkiness lifts to notes of dry grass, mountain herbs and a whisper of sea air; long, savoury and cleanly aromatic. This 650 g quarter wheel is the format for the serious cheese-board — slice onto boards, cube into salads, shave over pasta, or serve with fresh bread and olives.650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% sheep's milk from Lika · Hard cheese · Quarter wheel

The signature Kolan cheese from Gligora — slow-smoked over Croatian beechwood. Cow's milk gives it creamy structure and body; the smoke brings a warm, wood-fired aroma that lingers on the finish without ever crowding the cheese out. Firm-textured with a golden rind and a clean smoked-savoury profile. This 190 g vacuum-sealed portion turns a simple cheese board into something memorable, transforms an omelette, or works beautifully melted onto a grilled sandwich. Pair with a bolder Croatian red or an aged rakija.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · Beechwood-smoked

Adriatic-style cheese made from a blend of cow's and sheep's milk (milder than Žigljen), slow-smoked over Croatian beechwood — an accessible entry-point to Gligora's smoked range. A firm, sliceable cheese with balanced richness and a warm, gently woody smoke that stays approachable. Golden rind, clean paste, satisfying finish. This 190 g vacuum-sealed portion is a friend to grilled sandwiches, ploughman's-style boards, cheese-topped burgers and after-work aperitifs. Pair with a Croatian red or a good pilsner.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Croatia · Cow's & sheep's milk blend · Beechwood-smoked

The smoked version of Gligora's signature Kolan cheese — 100% cow's milk, slow-smoked over Croatian beechwood after ageing. The result: the familiar deep, savoury character of Kolan lifted by a warm, wood-fired aroma that lingers on the finish without ever overwhelming the milk. Firm, deep-golden paste with a golden-amber rind; clean smoked-savoury profile that turns any cheese board into something memorable. This 650 g quarter wheel is the serious format — enough for slow slicing over cheese-board evenings, and generous enough to melt into rustic pastas, grilled sandwiches or Croatian mountain-style dishes. 650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · Beechwood-smoked · Quarter wheel

A gentle heat wrapped in creamy sheep's milk cheese — Gligora Chilli is the crowd-pleaser of the range. The base is a clean, well-aged Kolan-style cheese; scattered flecks of chilli bring a warm, slow-building heat that lifts without ever overwhelming. Firm and moreish, with a bright finish. This 190 g vacuum-sealed portion is a natural on tacos, in a spicy quesadilla, sliced onto burgers, or added to a bold cheese board for a talking-point piece. Pair with a rich Plavac Mali or an icy craft lager.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · Sheep's milk · With chilli

Gligora's Young Trappist is a mild, elastic-textured cow's milk cheese — the honest, gentle-tempered classic of Croatia's monastic cheese-making tradition. Only lightly aged, it stays creamy and lactic-sweet, with the clean milkiness of alpine-style making. This 190 g vacuum-sealed portion melts beautifully under the grill, slices cleanly for sandwiches, and welcomes even the fussiest cheese-shy palates onto a proper Croatian cheese board. Serve with fresh bread, a light white wine and something salty.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · Cow's milk

Likotin is Gligora's Adriatic classic — a hard cheese made from 100% sheep's milk sourced from the Lika highlands, where the harsh mountain climate and diverse pastures shape the milk's exceptional character. Pale, dense paste with pronounced structure and a beautifully layered flavour: deep milkiness lifts to notes of dry grass, mountain herbs and a whisper of sea air; long, savoury and cleanly aromatic. This 190 g vacuum-sealed portion is a natural on the Mediterranean cheese board, cubed into a pasta salad or served warm on grilled bread with a drizzle of olive oil. Pair with a bright Croatian white — Malvazija, Pošip or Debit.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% sheep's milk from Lika · Hard cheese · Vacuum-sealed portion

Named for ancient Liburnia — the pre-Roman coastal culture that once spanned Croatia's northern Adriatic — Liburjan is Gligora's homage to the region's shepherding heritage. A firm, aged cheese made from a traditional blend of sheep's, cow's and goat's milk — the three milks that shaped Adriatic dairy tradition. The three-milk base delivers uncommon complexity: depth from sheep, creamy body from cow, brightness from goat, all layered into a beautifully balanced whole. Clean lactic depth, a lightly saline finish, and a hint of Mediterranean herbs from the pastures of Pag. The 190 g vacuum-sealed portion earns its place on any Croatian cheese board, or shaved over risotto and salads. Pair with Malvazija, Pošip or a lighter Plavac Mali.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · Sheep's, cow's & goat's milk blend · Aged

A signature gift from the Gligora dairy — a hand-assembled wooden “shepherd's hut” (pastirska kućica) holding four of the house's most loved cheeses: Kolan, the PDO Paški sir, Kozlar (goat-milk speciality) and the long-aged Žigljen. Together they tell the story of Pag island in a single board: from the bright, fresh notes of Kolan to the mineral-driven complexity of mature Pag cheese, the milky-tangy character of Kozlar and the deep, crystalline savouriness of Žigljen. A truly memorable gift for any cheese lover, ready to open straight onto the table.

A signature gift from the Gligora dairy — a hand-assembled wooden cheese house holding four of the dairy's most loved cheeses: Težački, Kolan, Dinarski and Žigljen. Together they tell the story of Pag island in a single board: from the fresh herbal Težački to the deep crystalline savouriness of long-aged Žigljen. A truly memorable gift for any cheese lover, ready to open straight onto the table.

Žigljen — Gligora's celebrated aged classic — finished in maraška (marasca cherry) pomace, the fragrant residue of the traditional Croatian cherry liqueur production. Made from a traditional blend of sheep's and cow's milk and matured until crystalline, the cheese is then coated in the marasca pomace, which gently infuses it with a warm cherry-fruit aroma and a distinctive rosy rind. The mixed-milk base provides depth and complexity; the marasca finish adds a fragrant sweetness that lifts the aged character.Firm, deep-golden paste with pronounced crystalline structure and a beautifully rose-tinged rind. A memorable centrepiece for a serious cheese board — pair with a bold Croatian red (Plavac Mali or Dingča), figs, and dark chocolate. This 325 g special-pack format is a serious cheese-lover's portion.325 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · Sheep's & cow's milk blend · Aged in marasca cherry pomace · Special pack

190 g vacuum-packed piece (approximately one-eighth of a wheel) of Kozlar, Gligora's flagship 100% goat's milk hard cheese aged for at least four months on Pag Island. Firm, pale-ivory paste with a clean, mildly tangy goat character, buttery finish and complex herbal notes drawn from the island's aromatic pasture.Slice at home and serve as you like: stack onto sourdough with honey and walnuts, add to salads with figs, or pair with a crisp Pošip or dry-aged Plavac Mali.Sirana Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% goat's milk · Aged ≥4 months · Vacuum-packed piece · 190 g

190 g vacuum-packed piece (approximately one-eighth of a wheel) of Jadranski — Gligora's mixed cow's and sheep's milk hard cheese, softer and gentler in profile than the intense Žigljen. Straw-coloured paste with a rounded, milky-savoury flavour, hints of fresh cream and dry pasture, and a long, clean finish.Slice at home to your preferred thickness: pair with fresh figs, drizzle with Gligora extra virgin olive oil, or serve alongside grilled bread and a chilled glass of Malvazija.Sirana Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · Mixed cow's & sheep's milk · Vacuum-packed piece · 190 g

650 g vacuum-packed quarter wheel of Gligora's aged cow's milk hard cheese enriched with a blend of carefully selected chilli peppers. Firm, buttery paste with a satisfying heat that builds gently, offset by the cheese's creamy richness.Ideal for sharing: pair with cured meats and rustic bread, add to a cheese board with fig jam, or serve with a full-bodied red wine to tame the spice.Sirana Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · With chilli · Vacuum-packed quarter wheel · 650 g

190 g vacuum-packed piece (approximately one-eighth of a wheel) of Kolan Extra Old, Gligora's premium 100% cow's milk hard cheese, aged for at least twelve months on Pag Island. Deep amber-straw paste with characteristic tyrosine crystals, an intense savoury profile and long, umami-rich finish reminiscent of aged Alpine cheeses.Slice at home or shave with a peeler: shave over risotto or pasta, grate onto grilled vegetables, or serve on a board with quince paste, walnuts and a full-bodied red such as Plavac Mali.Sirana Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · Aged ≥12 months · Vacuum-packed piece · 190 g

650 g vacuum-packed quarter wheel of Gligora's aged cow's milk hard cheese with a crust of fresh Mediterranean rosemary. Firm, straw-coloured paste with a savoury, buttery core and vivid herbal aroma from the rosemary rind.Ideal for sharing: shave onto pasta, pair with cured meats and olives, or serve on a board with a glass of Malvazija or Refošk.Sirana Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · Rosemary crust · Vacuum-packed quarter wheel · 650 g

190 g vacuum-packed piece (approximately one-eighth of a wheel) of Gligora's hard cow's milk cheese perfumed with Pag Island lavender. Elegant, subtly floral aroma with a buttery, creamy paste and a delicate herbal finish — an unusual pairing that has become a Croatian classic.Slice at home and serve: fold onto a cheese board with acacia honey and walnuts, add to a summer salad with fresh berries, or pair with a chilled rosé or Prosecco.Sirana Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · With Pag lavender · Vacuum-packed piece · 190 g

190 g vacuum-packed piece (approximately one-eighth of a wheel) of Gligora's aged cow's milk hard cheese studded with roasted pumpkin seeds. Rich, buttery paste with a nutty crunch and warm, earthy aroma — a Pannonian twist on a Dalmatian classic.Slice at home to your preferred thickness: crumble over autumn salads with roasted squash, pair with dark bread and pumpkin seed oil, or add to a cheese board with dried figs.Sirana Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · With pumpkin seeds · Vacuum-packed piece · 190 g