Classic

CHEAT SHEET

Type

Robust

Taste

Signature nutty and butter-rich flavor profiles.

Age

18 Months

Milk Type

Cow

Food Pairings

Smoked almonds, dates or fig spread.

Texture

Firm with some crystallization.

Drink Pairings

Hoppy, bitter craft beers and Malbec or full-bodied whites.

Now we're talkin'! Beemster Classic (aged 18-months) is considered the classic Dutch cheese throughout Holland. Its complex flavors develop slowly as it matures for a year and a half in our 100+ year-old traditional warehouse. A firm texture with some crystallization, a deep ochre interior, notes of toasted walnuts, and a brown-butter finish equal perfection!

INGREDIENTS Pasteurized cow's milk, salt, cheese culture, animal rennet, annatto (for color). Contains: Milk

INGREDIENTS
Pasteurized cow's milk, salt, cheese culture, animal rennet, annatto (for color). Contains: Milk

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Awards

WCCC

Gold ’06

WCA

Gold ’12,
Silver ’08, ’09, ’10

DLG

Gold ’07, ’10
Silver ’08, ’09

iTQi Superior Taste

’13, ’14

Recipes With This Cheese

Beemster Classic Grilled Cheese with Fig, Prosciutto & Arugula

Prep Time: 5 min.

Cook Time: 10 min.

Servings: 1

Double Beemster Quesadillas with Sweet & Hot Peppers

Prep Time: 10 min.

Cook Time: 10 min.

Servings: 2

Beemster Classic Cheese Twists

Prep Time: 15 min.

Cook Time: 15 min.

Servings: 16

Three Beemster Carbonara

Prep Time: 5 min.

Cook Time: 25 min.

Servings: 6

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