Beemster Classic 18 Month Aged Gouda Cheese 5.3 oz. - 12/Case

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Treat your customers to the delicious, farm-fresh taste of this Beemster Classic 18 month aged gouda cheese! Made in Beemster Polder, Holland, this award-winning cheese is crafted using traditional cheesemaking techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation. Beemster Polder is a registered UNESCO World Heritage Site for innovation and creativity located near the North Sea. This region is characterized by slate-blue clay soil, which produces nutrient- and mineral-rich grass that is ideal for happy, healthy cows. The farmers take great care to ensure their cows are healthy and comfortable, allowing them to roam in pesticide-free pastures while keeping them free of artificial hormones. The rBST-free milk from these cows is renowned for its rich, naturally sweet flavor and ultra creamy consistency.

Made according to time-honored Dutch traditions, the curds for this cheese are hand stirred, and the brine can be traced back to 1901. Considered the quintessential Dutch cheese, it is aged naturally for 18 months on wooden planks in a traditional stone warehouse that is over a century old. This aging process produces a deep ochre color and a rich, complex flavor characterized by hints of toasted walnut and brown butter. Its bold, nutty flavor and semi-hard, crumbly texture brings out the best in hoppy, bitter craft beers, malbec, and full-bodied wines. This premium cheese is a delicious addition to any charcuterie board and is the perfect pairing for smoked almonds, dates, or fig spread. For a Dutch twist on the Italian classic, grate it into carbonara for a deliciously nutty flavor that complements the rich eggs, Parmigiano Reggiano, and guanciale. No matter what you create, your customers are sure to taste the difference this premium Beemster gouda makes!

Beemster, a renowned cheesemaking cooperative established in 1901, has been crafting exceptional cheese in Polter Beemster, Holland, for over a century. Rooted in a rich history that dates back to the 17th century, the cooperative produces award-winning cheese from premium, hormone-free milk sourced from lush, pesticide-free pastures. Using time-honored techniques passed down through generations, their master cheesemakers combine traditional methods with modern innovations to create rich, flavorful cheeses. Committed to sustainability and animal welfare, Beemster supports happy, healthy cows and ensures living wages while protecting the land and conserving energy. With a legacy of excellence and a focus on quality, Beemster continues to produce some of the finest cheeses that meet the highest standards of taste and craftsmanship.