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One of the rarest, most sought after Dutch specially-cured cheeses has been made in the southern provinces of the Netherlands for over 800 years - Extra Aged Farmer Gouda. Easy to distinguish, it is the dairy world's equivalent of a Rembrandt or Van Gogh. This edible opus magnum has been matured for eighteen months, allowing its body to develop a muted caramel color, matched by an intense flavor with a sweet finish. Extra Aged Gouda can be grated or chunked.
Our Extra Aged Gouda is aged 18 months and is produced by CONO Kaasmakers under the Beemster brand. CONO is located in Northern Holland, famous for its rich milk and fertile grazing land. - 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.
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One of the rarest, most sought after Dutch specially-cured cheeses has been made in the southern provinces of the Netherlands for over 800 years - Extra Aged Farmer Gouda. Easy to distinguish, it is the dairy world's equivalent of a Rembrandt or Van Gogh. This edible opus magnum has been matured for eighteen months, allowing its body to develop a muted caramel color, matched by an intense flavor with a sweet finish. Extra Aged Gouda can be grated or chunked.
Our Extra Aged Gouda is aged 18 months and is produced by CONO Kaasmakers under the Beemster brand. CONO is located in Northern Holland, famous for its rich milk and fertile grazing land. - Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 24 lb. form of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
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Beemster Classic comes from the quiet, canal lined pastures of North Holland. The remarkable landscape of this area, located 20 feet below sea level, was reclaimed from the sea in 1612 through the construction of a series of dikes and levees. Since then the land has been home to cows that graze openly on pesticide-free grasses.
The unique seaclay soil of the North Holland pastures gives the cow's milk a sweeter flavor and softer consistency. This rare milk allows Beemster cheese to remain creamy as it ages, creating unparallel taste.
Beemster Classic, aged for 18 months on traditional wooden boards, is crafted using century old artisan techniques. Its recipe remains a closely guarded secret that was first created in 1901 and has been handed down from generation to generation. We can tell you that Beemster cheeses have 20% less salt than other Dutch varieties, and that each wheel is turned and polished with love and care throughout the aging process.
This special offer consists of a 6 lb. wedge of Beemster Classic paired with a Beemster-branded Dutch Two-Handled Knife. This large knife, with a blade that is a full 15 inches long, is very sturdy and can cut through the hardest of cheeses. By itself, the knife has a retail value of $70. For a limited time, it comes FREE with purchase of a 6 lb. Beemster Classic.
- Made from cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 24 lb. wheel of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item in a 6 lb. wedge.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
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Just thinking about this assortment of four half-pound cuts of wonderful Dutch cheeses makes our mouths water. The Dutch are world famous for their cheesemaking prowess and these selections will show you why.
- Extra Aged Gouda: Ripened for a full 18 months to develop a nutty, caramel-like flavor, this is the Gouda the Dutch keep for themselves! It is always a crowd pleaser.
- Leyden: Dotted with cumin seeds, it is the rye bread of the cheese world. Wonderfully firm texture.
- Dorothea: A real specialty and an igourmet.com exclusive, this wonderful goat's milk cheese flavored with potato skins and basil oil will send your taste buds into fits of pleasure! Even people who claim to dislike goat cheeses love this one.
- Maasdam: Originally created in Norway, then perfected in Holland, Maasdam is Dutch for baby swiss. This cheese offers a sweet, nutty flavor with a wonderfully tangy aftertaste.
This assortment ships with one half-pound of each cheese selection.
Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal value.
This item is not packaged as a gift. If you would like the gift packaged version of this item please click here.
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Finally, after scouring the Netherlands for a premium producer with the foresight to seriously age his gouda, we have found our man. Though our other two aged goudas are incredible products, this one simply has to be tasted to be believed. Aged for a full five years, this gouda is both intense and complex. Like a fine wine, maturity has been generous to this gouda, lending it nuances other cheeses only dream of. A beguiling array of flavors tease the taste buds and leave you wanting more of this very special item. - Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts half of a 20 lb. wheel of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
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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 pound.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
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Eighteen pound logs of Smoked Gouda are produced in Holland in some of the world's most modern, computerized dairy plants. Yet, the cheese is still smoked in ancient brick ovens over smoldering hickory chip embers. Available natural or flavored, this cylindrically shaped cheese is perfect for impromptu picnics, party platters or midnight snacks. Note: the brown, smoky rind is not only edible, it's the best part of the cheese!- Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 6 lb. form of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
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Out of Stock Varieties:Herbs & Garlic
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Baby Gouda makes an adorable addition to a "Create Your Own" gift basket, or can even be given as a gift all by itself. Say "Thank You" or "Get Well" by giving the gift of this creamy, semi-hard gouda. Enrobed in red or yellow wax and overwrapped in red cellophane, this baby is darling and delicious.
- Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 9 oz. form.
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