Comparison

Double Gloucester cheese vs Red Leicester

Overall, Red Leicester has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 0.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrient	Double Gloucester cheese	Red Leicester
Nutri-Score	d	d
NOVA group	—	4
Calories	416 kcal	403 kcal
Fat	34.5 g	33.6 g
Saturated fat	24.3 g	21.1 g
Sugars	0.2 g	0.1 g
Salt	1.6 g	1.7 g
Protein	22.3 g	25 g
Additives	0	1
Allergens	None listed	Milk

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

Red Leicester has 13% less saturated fat (21.1 g vs 24.3 g).
Red Leicester has 11% more protein (25 g vs 22.3 g).
Only Red Leicester lists: Milk.

Ingredients

Double Gloucester cheese

Not available.

Red Leicester

Red Leicester Cheese (Milk), Colour (Annatto)

FAQ

Which is healthier: Double Gloucester cheese or Red Leicester?

Overall, Red Leicester has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.

Which has fewer calories?

Red Leicester has fewer calories: 403 kcal versus 416 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Red Leicester has less sugar: 0.1 g versus 0.2 g per 100 g.

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