Our Assortment

At Dutch Cheese Barn, we offer a wide range of diverse cheeses. Below you will find an overview of our traditional cheeses and specialty cheese selections.

Traditional Cheeses 

(also known as "cheese by the slice")

Cheese by Milk Type:

• Cow's Milk Cheese: Traditional Gouda cheese in varieties such as young, semi-matured, and aged.
• Goat's Cheese: Soft and creamy cheeses with a mild flavor.
• Sheep's Cheese: Distinctive cheeses with a rich and full-bodied taste.

Herb and Flavor Variations:

• Cheese with Herbs: Cheeses enriched with ingredients like cumin, nettle, pesto, or truffle.
• Smoked Cheese: Cheeses with a subtle smoky flavor for added depth.

Organic Cheeses:

• Organic Cheese: Made from milk sourced from organic farms, respecting animals and the environment.

Specialties:

• Farmhouse Cheese: Artisan cheese made from raw milk for an authentic taste experience.
• Blue and White Mold Cheeses: Cheeses with bold and distinct characteristics.
• Lactose-Free Cheese: Perfect for those who enjoy cheese without lactose.

Ripening Periods:

• Young Cheese: Aged at least 4 weeks, offering a mild and creamy taste.
• Semi-Matured Cheese: Approximately 8 weeks of aging, with a firmer texture and richer flavor.
• Mature Cheese: About 16 weeks aged, delivering a rich and full taste.
• Extra Mature Cheese: Aged for around 7 months, providing a bold and distinctive flavor.
• Aged Cheese: Aged at least 10 months, with a robust and intense taste.
• Very Aged Cheese: Aged over a year, ideal for connoisseurs who enjoy a highly intense flavor.

Specialty Cheeses 

(Small and Round)

Natural Variations:

• Young Gouda Cheese Wheels: Classic flavor, ideal for a wide audience.
• Semi-Matured Gouda Cheese Wheels: Slightly richer in taste, perfect as a gift.

Herb and Flavor Variations:

• Truffle Cheese Wheels: A delicacy with the rich flavor of truffle.
• Pesto Cheese Wheels: Green pesto cheese with a fresh, aromatic note.
• Mustard Cheese Wheels: A spicy and sweet balance of mustard.
• Chili Cheese Wheels: Spicy and savory, perfect for those who love a little heat.
• Garlic and Fenugreek Cheese Wheels: For a bold and pronounced flavor.
• Nettle Cheese Wheels: Unique and surprisingly mild in taste.

Mold and Soft Cheeses:

• Camembert-Style Cheese Wheels: Small soft cheeses with a creamy center.
• Brie-Style Cheese Wheels: Compact and ideal as a snack or picnic treat.

Special Milk Varieties:

• Goat’s Milk Cheese Wheels: Soft and mild, popular for their unique taste.
• Sheep’s Milk Cheese Wheels: Round and full-bodied, perfect as a gift.

Themed and Colored Variations:

• Charcoal Cheese Wheels: Black-colored for a striking presentation.
• Colored Cheese Wheels: Green, red, or blue hues from natural ingredients like spinach or paprika.
• Seasonal Cheese Wheels: Specially designed for occasions like Christmas, Easter, or National Day (colors tailored to the theme).

Why Choose Specialty Cheeses?

These small round cheeses are not only perfect for consumption but are also often seen as attractive gifts. Their compact size and unique packaging make them a favorite addition to family gatherings and social evenings as a healthy snack. Many of these cheeses come in colorful or themed foil, enhancing their appeal as a gift or keepsake.