How long is Beemster cheese aged for?

18 months
Beemster Aged is a rich Dutch cheese made from pasteurised cow’s milk. It is a type of gourmet Gouda, matured for no less than 18 months on traditional wooden boards in Beemster’s historic warehouses.

Does Beemster cheese need to be refrigerated?

For best quality and shelf life, store Beemster in the refrigerator, 45° F or lower. The drawers in refrigerators tend to have a more humid environment and are ideal for storing your Beemster. Serving: We suggest removing your cheese from the refrigerator about an hour before cutting it.

What does Beemster cheese taste like?

This cheese looks and feels similar to parmesan but it is more closely related to gouda in taste and texture. The first thing you will notice when tasting the Beemster Classic is the smooth, creamy texture followed by a sharp, salty flavor due to its extensive aging.

Is Beemster pasteurized?

Yes, all Beemster Premium Dutch Cheeses are made with pasteurized milk.

Is Beemster vegetarian?

Most Beemster cheeses are made using animal (cow) rennet, but our Beemster Premium Goat Cheese is made with microbial rennet.

Which is better Gouda or cheddar?

Both cheddar cheese and Gouda cheese are dairy products, but there are differences between the two: Cheddar has a stronger flavor. Cheddar is a harder cheese. Gouda possesses a rind, while cheddar is rindless.

What happens if you eat expired cheese?

Spoiled cheese won’t taste like cheese at all, and will actually cause the insides of your mouth to tingle, sometimes even burn. It’s important to note that sometimes spoiled cheese will smell fine but taste bad, or vice versa, so the listed expiration date is usually the safest gauge for whether or not to toss it.

Is Beemster Cheese Gouda?

Beemster Goat is not a soft, fresh chevre. Instead, this is a semi-firm, aged Goat Gouda. Mild, sweet & refreshing.

Is Beemster a good melting cheese?

While mozzarella and cheddar are ubiquitous, our premium Dutch cheese, made from the rich, creamy milk of Beemster cows (and goats), melts beautifully. Beemster is the star of any grilled cheese sandwich.