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Appenzeller

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  • Made from cow's milk

  • Country of origin: Switzerland

  • Type: hard, artisan

  • Texture: firm

  • Rind: washed

  • Flavour: fruity, nutty

  • Aroma: strong

  • Alternative spellings: Appenzeller Classic, Appenzeller Surchoix, Appenzeller Extra

  • Made from cow's milk

  • Country of origin: Switzerland

  • Type: hard, artisan

  • Texture: firm

  • Rind: washed

  • Flavour: fruity, nutty

  • Aroma: strong

  • Alternative spellings: Appenzeller Classic, Appenzeller Surchoix, Appenzeller Extra

Appenzeller cheese, from the Appenzell region in northeast Switzerland, is a hard cow's milk cheese with a rich history spanning at least 700 years. Currently, over 70 dairies make this cheese, each following a unique brine wash recipe.

During the curing process, an herbal brine  - sometimes enhanced with wine or cider, is applied to the cheese wheels. This not only imparts distinct flavours to the cheese but also contributes to its preservation while developing a golden-coloured rind. The cheese boasts a straw-coloured appearance, adorned with tiny holes and a lustrous rind. Characterized by a strong aroma, it offers a nutty or fruity taste that can vary from mild to tangy, depending on the duration of ageing.

Appenzeller is sold in three varieties:

  • Classic - mild and spicy cheese is aged 3-4 months (Silver label) 
  • Surchoix - strong spicy cheese is aged 4-6 months (Gold label)
  • Extra - extra spicy chees is aged 6+ months (Black label)

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