Jake's Gouda

A dense, crystalline texture and a complex flavor profile that rivals its Dutch counterparts. Expect rich notes of butterscotch, toasted hazelnuts, and caramel, balanced by a savory depth that lingers luxuriously on the palate.

Raw cow's milk, Salt, Starter Culture, Rennet

Allergens: Milk

Jake Stolzfus makes farmstead raw milk Gouda in the Dutch tradition on their family dairy farm in Deansboro, New York. Jake started with the simple conviction that to acheive the best flavors and textures, true Gouda needs to breathe while it's aging. Most Goudas that Jake could find were tightly waxed, creating an anaerobic cheese with little chance for flavor development. Instead, Jake's Gouda is covered with a buttercream coating which is the traditional Dutch method. Wheels are turned daily on pine planks for a minimum of sixty days. Milk for production comes from their own herd, the recipe comes from Holland, and the results are among the finest traditional Gouda produced in New York State.

When you receive your cheese, unpack the order right away and refrigerate the items. We recommend using the cheese paper we wrap and ship the cheese in to store your cheese at home. A good place to store the cheese is in the salad drawer of your fridge because the moisture helps to prevent cheese from drying out while also allowing it to breathe. Always bring cheese to room temperature before serving.

We will always choose the option that gets your cheese to you at its best, you will be alerted at checkout if expedited shipping applies to your order.