With this creamy and semi-rich cheese—on the lighter side of the aged-cheddar category but packed with flavour—the delicate and slightly spicy flavours of gin and vodka make a good match. The classic Vesper is a James Bond favourite, based on gin with a little vodka and the white-wine based French aperitif Lillet Blanc. Its clean, fresh flavours enhance the cheese without overpowering its subtleties.