{"id":6285,"date":"2025-10-10T03:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/guides\/?p=6285"},"modified":"2025-10-09T14:38:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T19:38:25","slug":"12-days-of-murrays-cheese-advent-calendar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/guides\/deals\/12-days-of-murrays-cheese-advent-calendar\/","title":{"rendered":"The \u201c12 Days of Murray\u2019s Cheese\u201d Advent Calendar Is The Tastiest Holiday Gift Under $100"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>As of 2025, there are so many different kinds of Advent calendars out there. You can find countdowns to Christmas featuring daily doses of beauty products, action figures and even glasses of wine. But this year, we\u2019re eyeing <a href=\"https:\/\/murrays-cheese.pxf.io\/2aDYrz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Murray\u2019s Cheese Advent calendar<\/a>, which gives you 12 delicious days of cheese and accoutrements leading up to the jolliest day of the year. And if you aren\u2019t getting one for a friend, you\u2019ll just have to get one for yourself!<\/p> <p>Retailing for $90, <a href=\"https:\/\/murrays-cheese.pxf.io\/2aDYrz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Murray\u2019s 12 Days of Cheese<\/a> is a dairy enthusiast\u2019s dream come true. Behind numbered door flaps, you\u2019ll find nine drool-worthy three- to five-ounce cheeses, four house-made jams and artisanal crackers to help you create the ultimate pre-holiday snack.<\/p> <p>Below, we\u2019ve laid out what it includes to help you plan ahead with wine and other goodies to go with them. We don\u2019t know the exact order you\u2019ll get each one, so that will be a surprise!<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-included-in-murray-s-cheese-advent-calendar\">What\u2019s Included In Murray\u2019s Cheese Advent Calendar<\/h2> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Murray\u2019s English Cheddar:<\/strong> Salty, sharp and creamy, this pairs well with cured meats or fall fruits like apples or pears. Wash it down with something like a Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.<\/li> <li><strong>Murray\u2019s Irish Cheddar:<\/strong> Similar to the English Cheddar, but slightly sweeter and butterier with fruity, creamy notes. Pair it with a full-bodied red like Zinfandel or a porter beer, as well as pecans, grapes and maybe some Irish soda bread for good measure.<\/li> <li><strong>Rustic Red Cheddar:<\/strong> Nothing beats its bold and rustic flavor, which you should absolutely maximize with a mouth-drying Cabernet Sauvignon. Consider putting it out with toasted walnuts and sweet, dried apricots for a full, delicious experience.<\/li> <li><strong>Truffle Cheddar:<\/strong> Can you get any more luxurious than this? It\u2019s salty, savory and deliciously smooth. If you don\u2019t have access to some truffle fries, definitely snack on some crusty bread or mild hazelnuts. Pop some bubbly too, if you have it.<\/li> <li><strong>Mimolette:<\/strong> Although you might not recognize this cheese by name, you\u2019d know it by sight. It\u2019s a bright orange hard cheese that hails from France. It\u2019s both fruity and salty and goes great with something sweet. Drizzle some honey or fig jam on it atop a cracker and pair it with something spicy and earthy to drink, like a Pinot Noir or even a glass of bourbon.<\/li> <li><strong>Wensleydale with Cranberries:<\/strong> This is a creamy, crumbly British cheese that\u2019s both sweet and tart. Crumble it over a salad or add it to a cheese board as a sweet accompaniment. And wash it down with some port or a fruity ale.<\/li> <li><strong>Manchego:<\/strong> A sheep\u2019s milk cheese that\u2019s buttery, tangy and a little nutty. Snack on your slice alongside some fresh figs, olives or Marcona almonds. And if you have some sherry or a Spanish Rioja, we strongly suggest pouring yourself a glass.<\/li> <li><strong>12-month Gouda:<\/strong> Cheese is meant to be aged, which is why options like this exist. It\u2019s rich and complex, and though it\u2019s a little sweet, it\u2019s also nutty and kind of sharp. Eat it alongside refreshing fruits like apples and grapes, or even a little dark chocolate. And try it with a light red like Beaujolais\u2014you\u2019ll love it, we promise.<\/li> <li><strong>Effie\u2019s Oatcakes:<\/strong> One of the non-cheese offerings, they\u2019re light, sweet and buttery tea biscuits that are a little salty, and slightly more dynamic than a cracker.<\/li> <li><strong>Murray\u2019s Apple Butter:<\/strong> This will pair perfectly with any of the cheese offerings, but especially the Manchego or Gouda.<\/li> <li><strong>Murray\u2019s Spiced Cherry Jam:<\/strong> Even though it sounds like an unusual pairing for cheese, its sweet-but-spiced flavor makes it an excellent accompaniment to any of the more mild options, like the cheddars.<\/li> <li><strong>Murray\u2019s Wild Blueberry Jam:<\/strong> Equal parts sweet and tart, this jam mixes blueberries with lemon to brighten things up. Serve it with any of the cheeses in the Advent calendar and it\u2019ll be a hit.<\/li> <li><strong>Murray\u2019s Strawberry Rhubarb Jam:<\/strong> Strawberries and rhubarb are a match made in heaven, and if you love a sweet flavor profile, this one is definitely for you. Pair it with the Gouda and enjoy!<\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other gifts from Murray\u2019s Cheese your friends will love:<\/h2> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Cozy Night In<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/murrays-cheese.pxf.io\/55rLgL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Murray\u2019s Swiss Knight Fondue Mix<\/a> blends Alpine cheeses with white wine and brandy for a hearty, warm dip. Just grab some fresh bread, salami and Cornichons for the ultimate pairing.<\/li> <li><strong>Club Member<\/strong>: Welcome to the cheese club! A membership to the <a href=\"https:\/\/murrays-cheese.pxf.io\/6yjqer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Cheers to Cheese Club<\/a> gets subscribers a monthly dose of delicious cheese, a snack-worthy accompaniment like jam and a drink suggestion, all for under $100.<\/li> <li><strong>Presentation Is Key<\/strong>: Every cheese enthusiast needs a good cheese board. And we love the <a href=\"https:\/\/murrays-cheese.pxf.io\/bOXyOx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Be Home Olive Wood Mini Square Board<\/a>. It\u2019s hand-made, earthy and timeless\u2014what could be better?<\/li> <li><strong>Miscellaneous Deliciousness<\/strong>: If your giftee is a fan of Italian flavors, <a href=\"https:\/\/murrays-cheese.pxf.io\/raMbER\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">La Dolce Vita gift box<\/a> has everything they could possibly need. From sopressata to burrata, it has the ingredients for a cheese board that\u2019ll transport you straight to the Amalfi coast. 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