Product Reviews and Ratings - Vermont - Crowley Sharp from igourmet

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(based on 8 ratings)

Located in: 50 States of Cheese, Vermont

Crowley's cheese making history began in Healdville, Vermont, in 1824. In 1882, Winfield Crowley built a small, 30 feet by 30 feet, three-story building. Crowley Cheese continues to be made in this factory. The entire production process is completely “human” powered. Only a few hundred pounds of cheese are made each day and the process is exactly the same as when the factory was established. There is no automatic stirring equipment or other devices.

Although similar to the English-style cheddars made by other Vermont producers, Crowley Cheese is an “American Original.” There are very few cheeses that originated in the United States. Most came with the various immigrant groups who settled our country. Similar to a cheddar and grouped in the cheddar family of cheeses, Crowley Cheese is officially designated by the FDA as a “Colby” even though it is not truly similar to industrial Colby and despite the fact that Crowley Cheese was made for decades before Colby cheese, named after Colby, Wisconsin, existed. Crowley Cheese is the only remaining original Vermont cheese.

Because of steps that are taken that are not done in making an English style cheddar, Crowley Cheese is neither as dry nor nearly as acidic as cheddar. It does not take as long to develop a strong robust flavor. Some cheddars take as much as several years to pass beyond bland or pasty. When compared with traditional cheddar, Crowley Cheese has a smoother, some say “creamier” taste. The taste difference is noticeable.

Today, after three generations of Crowley's and two generations of Smith's, Crowley Cheese continues to make one of the finest cheeses in America.

The oldest continuously operated cheese producer in the United States.
Unpasteurized cow's milk (certified BST & BGH free).
Photo depicts 23 lb. wheel.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
Voted Best Colby in the Nation by the American Cheese Society.

More information for the Crowley Sharp

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.8 stars

(based on 8 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Firm(4), Flavorful(7), Rich(4)

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre(5), Melted(4), Sandwiches(6)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(4)

An American Classic

By Plutocycle

from Greenville, Ohio on 1/1/2008

Pros:

Ages Well, Flavorful, Pungent

Cons:

Barnyardy

Best Uses:

Apple Pie, Mac Cheese, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Amateur de la Cuisine

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Crowley Sharp:

Wonderful with a glass of Chianti or Rosso de Montalcino. Makes a heavenly Maccaroni & Cheese. Thin sliced alongside homemade apple pie (Vermont Apples of Course!) Or just on the cheese board with some common crackers in front of the TV.

Crowley Sharp

By Foodie in Arizona

from Phoenix, AZ on 12/31/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Crowley Sharp:

My husband loved the pungent nature of this cheese as well as its strong, robust flavor.

Excellent Cheese

By C from San Diego on 11/17/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Crowley Sharp:

Very nice with simple crackers.

The cheddar flavor of your dreams

By Pineapplejill

from Pittsburgh, PA on 9/19/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Sandwiches, Snacking

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Crowley Sharp:

I expect cheddar to be firm but tender and look for a very mouth filling flavor. This cheese met all of my expectations. Rich and flavor filled, properly sharp but not overwhelming. A must have!

This is what I call cheese!

By Deuceman

from Ojai, Ca on 9/5/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Melts real well, Smooth

Cons:

There are Cons

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Crowley Sharp:

This is what I look for in a good Cheddar, They may call it Colby, but the great flavor is a slighty sharp taste. I can't wait to order more!!!

Tasty!

By D&A

from Westchester, NY on 9/3/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Sharp

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Crowley Sharp:

Would go nicely with beer or wine, nice cheese for a cheese plate

Enjoy like Cheddar-Appreciate for Itself

By Papa C from Central New York State on 3/7/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Savory sharpness, Smooth

Best Uses:

Melted, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Crowley Sharp:

Makes a unique macaroni and cheese. We are glad to have discovered this cheese.

Damn near perfect!

By Vicki Whitaker

from Aztec, NM on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

Solo, With crackers or fruit

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Crowley Sharp:

This cheese, made right here in the US, is damn near perfect. It is robust, hearty, and sharp. It can be snacked on all by itself, or enjoyed with a cup of coffee (yes! I totally enjoy coffee and cheese), a cup of tea, a cracker, or a piece of fruit. It could be grated over anything from popcorn to soup to salad. Almost any white wine would probably also be a good companion for this cheese.

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