The similarity comes from the fact that redykołka is traditionally made using leftover Bundz from Oscypek production.
[2] The protected recipe describes the cheese as solid, with a soft and elastic inside, a strong smoked aroma, and with a spicy and slightly salty taste.
[3] Redykołka is registered as a European Union protected designation of origin (PDO) since 2009.
[4] Redykołka has been popular as a form of a gift, made and given in pairs for special occasions.
It was also given out to commemorate the return of sheep from a months long grazing period in the mountain pastures, a celebration known as redyk.