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Once perceived as only producing imitations of European cheeses, the USA now boasts some of the world's finest specialty cheesemakers. With growing public interest supporting these artisan cheesemakers, it is clear America is ready to stand alongside the other greats of world cheese makers. Here are four of our favorite cheeses, taking you from coast to coast.
- Pleasant Ridge Reserve: Pleasant Ridge Reserve is an original cow's milk cheese inspired by farmstead cheeses from the alpine provinces of France. After about four months in the aging room, Pleasant Ridge Reserve is ready to please your palate. It will continue to change and develop variations in its flavor as it ages further. A must try for fans of Beaufort. (8 oz)
- Smokey Blue by Rogue Creamery: A classic raw-milk blue cheese that is cold smoked 16 hours with Oregon Hazelnut shells. The smoking process releases a sweet, creamy, smoky flavor that balances both the sharp blue flavor and sweet, creamy flavor of the 100% natural full cream sustainable milk from Rogue's longstanding partnership with Bonanza View Dairy. (8 oz.)
- Purple Haze: Purple Haze is a recent addition California cheese maker's Cypress Grove's line of fresh goat cheeses. Lavender buds mixed with wild harvested fennel pollen give Purple Haze its addicting flavor. Its sweet flavor is wonderful as a dessert with honey and almonds or in a main dish with lamb (4 oz.)
- Grafton Classic Reserve Cheddar: Grafton 2 Year Classic Cheddar is an outstanding mature cheddar cheese selected for its pronounced flavor and smooth finish. This two year aged cheese is excellent when accompanied with dried fruits and nuts, crusty breads, and big wines. (8 oz)
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[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
great sampler
By Jon & Becky from Wittenberg, WI on 9/10/2007
Pros:
Flavorful, Rich
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads
Describe Yourself:
cheeselover, Frequent Diner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Artisan American Cheese Assortment:
Great little sampler of 3 of americas finest. If your not familiar with these you should definitely try. Maytag is my favorite Blue, and the Grafton Smoked Cheddar was very tasty, with a genuine smoked taste. The Vella was our favorite though, with a texture similar to really aged gouda and a really unique flavor.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
No glitter but Gold
By Shail from San Diego, CA on 2/23/2007
Pros:
Durable, Good Value, High Quality, Tasty
Cons:
Expensive, Less Quantity
Best Uses:
Just eat it any time, Wine
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Artisan American Cheese Assortment:
Awesome