In 1057 upon a cold stone near the Peel of Lumphanan, King MacBeth lost his head. That was the brutal end for one of the last Celtic Kings.

Mac Bethad mac Findlaich, the real King MacBeth, was a Scottish nobleman, a warrior with royal Moray blood. He fought for his Kingdom, defended his nation and governed well for 17 years. This is no legend nor myth, there are no prophesying witches, or Elizabethan playwrights behind the creation of this tale. This is a man from history, someone who lived, breath and walked this earth just like you and me.

The real MacBeth knew his lands well, he travelled the verdant fertile glens and plains and he sailed the rugged coast to see his subjects, collect his revenues and protect the kingdom.

Along his way he would have enjoyed the very best of Scottish produce, from fresh fish to the finest local cheese.

1057 is hand selected by our cheese graders, who go out in search of the very best cheddar Scotland has to offer. Only cheese made from Scottish milk and then expertly made into Scottish Cheddar can be considered for 1057.