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(based on 18 ratings)

Located in: Cheese, Holland

We experienced a moment of culinary divinity when we first sampled this double-aged Gouda. Previously, we doubted that any cheese could be more flavorful than Beemster's 18-month Aged Gouda, but their X.O. indeed sets a new bar. With this 26-month gouda, we first noticed its delicate, brittle texture. After we tasted it, the flavor of butterscotch permeated the palate, followed by alternating waves of whiskey and pecan.

Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
Photo depicts whole 24 lb. form of cheese.
We cut and wrap this item by the 1/2 pound.
Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.

More information for the Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.8 stars

(based on 18 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Complex(3), Creamy(3), Durable(3), Firm(9), Flavorful(11)

Best Uses:

After dinner(11), Hors d'oeuvre(10), Melted(3), Salads(3), Sandwiches(5)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(7), Health conscious(4), Simple tastes(4)

You won't be disappointed

By Pamela the Cheese Snob from Albion, NE on 3/9/2010

Gift:

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Nutty, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Gifts, Hors d'oeuvre, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

My husband and I simply adore this cheese. We are cheese snobs and we must have at least a pound of this wonderful product on hand at all times.

BEEMSTER is Incredible

By Sue

from Orlando, Florida on 4/1/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Complex, Firm, Flavorful, Nutty

Best Uses:

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

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

We have tried many Beemster cheeses and ALL have excellant quality, taste, and prices. This is a great cheese for the whole family.

Well exceeded expectations!

By Katie "the Big Cheese"

from Nashville, TN on 1/18/2009

Gift:

Pros:

Complex, Firm, Flavorful, Nutty, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

We have spent many $'s on Gouda - & we bought this one due to the other comments & our expectations were well exceeded! It was the perfect age - crumbly, but not dry! It even had the delicious crystals in it (which we die for!!!)

Great for parties - people fight over it!

Great cheese no stink

By kanto fox from Hesperia, CA on 10/12/2008

Pros:

Buttery, Complex, Nutty, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

This aged Gouda was delicious,a very firm almost hard cheese with a nice subtle aroma, it surprised me with the complex range of flavors that were almost exactly as described. Also the texture of the cheese was great but a little interesting because of the small crystal bits in the cheese.

Great!!

By Amanda from Hershey, PA on 3/7/2008

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

Wow! I thought Beemster Classic was the best gouda I'd ever tasted, and I actually saw this at my local grocery store and had to try. Amazing! I get the butterscotch and pecan stuff stated above, but don't be misled--this is not a sweet cheese in any way. It's very sharp, but you could still eat a block of it in one sitting because it's such an amazingly different flavor. I will definitely be buying this for gifts and myself!!

Good but not great

By DutchFoodie from Honolulu, HI on 12/26/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Savory

Cons:

Shape

Best Uses:

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

Describe Yourself:

Cheese Lover, Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

This cheese is good but its not as good as some of the other aged Dutch cheeses available e.g. Old Amsterdam. Also, this cheese was sold to us in a triangle shape; very odd for a Dutch cheese. I grew up in Amsterdam, and I have never seen a cheese sold like this.

Execellant for the cheese lover

By David B

from Orlando, FL on 12/24/2007

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

Great Party Cheese

My favorite

By Zopilote

from Angus, NM on 12/1/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

This is extraordinary. I put a thin slice on my tongue and let it dissolve. The flavor lingers. It is rich and deep. Awesome !

Better and Better

By Zopilote

from Angus, NM on 10/14/2007

Pros:

Deep, Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Anytime Snack, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

Let a small bit melt on the tongue to enjoy the depth of flavor. Brightens my strict diet.

Beemster- yummy!

By Hans

from Vista, Ca. on 10/14/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Favorite snack and after, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

What a PLEAASANT surprise! I tasted it at [...] and very advisedly plunked down $[$]pound for a small section. I love how it pleases the palate with just a small piece. Eating pleasure without the temptation to "gorge". It may change my eating habits! A wonderful, genteel snack, after dinner or hors d'oeuvres cheese. Speechless!

My favorite cheese

By Tom

from Nashville, Tennessee on 10/12/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

I recently was diagnosed as diabetic, so I've pretty much given up sweets. Cheese has become my dessert, and I have tried several different kinds. I found the Beemster Classic in the local grocery store, and really liked it. Unfortunately, they don't always stock it, so I went online, searching for a reliable source. [...]As much as I like Beemster Classic, this Extra Double Aged Gouda is even better. As others have stated, it has a creamy, almost butterscotch quality. It melts in your mouth just like fine white chocolate. Although I haven't tried cooking with it, I highly recommend it for snacking.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

extra good!

By Gourmet Group from Massachusetts on 6/19/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Pungent

Best Uses:

With Wine

Describe Yourself:

Gourmet group

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

This double-aged gouda is a strong flavorful cheese - very different from the normal gouda. We compared it with the triple-aged gouda and found both to be on the dry side (as expected), but the double-aged gouda still could be sliced without crumbling, and had a smoother texture than the triple-aged. This cheese is best with a good full-bodied red wine (Australian Shiraz or rich Cab) and a great baguette.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Absolutely Unbelievable

By Cheesygirl

from Melbourne, FL on 3/8/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hor d'oevre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

The heading says it all. This cheese is extraordinary. It is good with everything, on everything, and especially just by itself. Every person I've shared it with has come to buy their own. I'm just one woman, but buying the whole 24lb wheel is actually pretty tempting. You will LOVE it!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Will Keep You Coming Back For More

By Husband Of One Wife

from Bremerton, Wa. on 2/23/2007

Pros:

Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

Oerdourves

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

[...] description of butterscotch and pecan on a brittle texture are accurate. Unlike other cheeses, it is tough to limit oneself to one slice or piece. It is the best Gouda I have had.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Excellent

By kurt

from PA on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

WIth wine or by itself

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

A cross between good gouda & good Parmigiano.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Very very very gooda Gouda

By Madison

from Studio City CA on 2/22/2007

Pros:

awesome, Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Best Uses:

just eat it

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

This was a real superior product.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Extra DOUBLE aged perfection!

By Cisco-ZinFan

from San Diego, CA on 2/22/2007

Pros:

Downright yummy, Durable, Good Value, High Quality

Cons:

Fight for the last piece

Best Uses:

Pair with petit sirah

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

Another incredible delivery from Beemster. This extra double aged gouda is for fans of dry-style cheese, however you cannot help but discover the creamy body was it begins to melt in your mouth. This is a true gem and pairs incredibly well with rich, dark red wines. Another slam dunk purchase[...]

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

In my fridge at all times

By jbh

from Denver, CO on 2/22/2007

Pros:

High Quality

Best Uses:

Buy extra for hostess gif

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Beemster X.O. Extra DOUBLE Aged Gouda:

This comes in vacuum sealed packs so buy extra (lasts a long time) and take to friends as a hostess gift (hopefully they will open so you can enjoy as well)

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