PREMIUM Bulgarian SHEEP Feta Cheese in a Vacuumed Pack 400g

A taste of the Bulgarian highlands — pure sheep milk feta, brined to perfection and sealed fresh in a 400g vacuum pack so it arrives at your table exactly as the master cheesemakers intended.

This is true Bulgarian sirene — the white brined cheese that has anchored Balkan tables for generations. Made in Bulgaria from 100% sheep milk, slow-cured in brine, and finished with the rich, slightly grassy depth that only sheep milk delivers. The texture is dense and creamy with a clean crumble; the flavor is bright, tangy, and satisfyingly salty without ever turning sharp.

The 400g vacuum-sealed pack is the most convenient way to keep premium sheep feta on hand — no tin to store, no brine to manage. Just open, drain, and serve.

How to Enjoy It

Crumble generously over a classic shopska salad with tomato, cucumber, and roasted pepper. Layer it into homemade banitsa. Cube it for a meze board alongside Bulgarian olives, sujuk, and warm bread — or simply enjoy it on its own with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of chubritsa.

What Makes It Special

Made from 100% pure sheep milk — no cow milk blending, no vegetable fats, no shortcuts. Aged in brine following the traditional Bulgarian method, then vacuum-packed at peak quality to lock in flavor and freshness. Imported directly from Bulgaria.

Quick Facts

✓  Milk type: 100% sheep milk
✓  Net weight: 400g (approx. 14 oz)
✓  Format: Vacuum-sealed pack
✓  Origin: Bulgaria (imported)
✓  Style: Traditional white brined cheese (sirene)
✓  Texture: Creamy and crumbly
✓  Flavor: Tangy, bright, clean salt
✓  UPC: 180936000210
✓  SKU: C400vac Sheep

Bulgarian Serving Tip

For an authentic Balkan meze, cube the feta and arrange it on a wooden board with sliced tomatoes, fresh cucumber, roasted red peppers, and a few green olives. Drizzle with cold-pressed sunflower oil, dust lightly with chubritsa (Bulgarian summer savory), and serve with warm pitka bread and a small glass of chilled rakia. This is exactly how it’s served in village taverns across Bulgaria.

Pairs perfectly with: Familia Fillo Pastry Sheets for homemade banitsa, Trimona Organic Yogurt to finish the banitsa egg wash, Lutenitsa (LHDER) on the meze board, and Beef Sujuk Salami by Tandem (TM33) for the charcuterie pairing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this real Bulgarian sirene or a substitute?

It is authentic Bulgarian sirene, imported directly from Bulgaria and made from 100% sheep milk in the traditional brined style. It is not a Greek-style or American-style feta substitute.

What is the difference between sheep feta and cow feta?

Sheep milk feta has a richer, fuller flavor with a faintly buttery, grassy character and a creamier texture. Cow milk feta is milder and lighter. Sheep is the original and traditional choice for Bulgarian sirene.

How long does the vacuum pack last once opened?

Once opened, transfer any unused cheese to an airtight container with a light brine (water with a pinch of salt) and refrigerate. It will keep well for 2–3 weeks stored this way.

Is the vacuum pack better than the tin?

Both formats deliver the same authentic cheese. The vacuum pack is more convenient for home use — no tin to store and no brine to drain — while the tin format is preferred for larger households and food service operations.

Can I use this for traditional banitsa?

Yes — this is the correct cheese for banitsa. Crumble it together with eggs and a splash of yogurt, then layer between sheets of fillo pastry. The sheep milk depth is what gives traditional banitsa its signature flavor.

Is it gluten-free?

Yes. The cheese contains only sheep milk, salt, rennet, and starter cultures — no gluten-containing ingredients.

How is it shipped?

Malincho ships refrigerated cheese in insulated packaging across the USA from our Egg Harbor Township, NJ warehouse. For questions, call 1-866-203-3525 or email [email protected].