Once upon a time there were two people working in the brewing industry and then they decided they would try to make cheese. And they were good at it! Robert and Birgit met at the brewery and realized they could turn their passion for quality local food to into a winning cheese recipe, so in 2000 the MouCo Cheese Company was formed. They have a number of quirky takes on classics that are winning hearts and minds one fresh market at a time, including today's MouCo Camembert.
Origin: Colorado, USA
Milk: Cow, pasteurized
Rennet: Not sure, but it is proudly 100% natural and without any GMOs. Rejoice!
Affinage: Anywhere from 1 to 8 weeks
Notes: A handmade cheese from a still very small operation, great pride is taken on the freshness of the ingredients and the attention paid to the art involved.
Thoughts: The first impression of this cheese is the beautifully snowy white exterior and the flavor follows suite. The sweet and airy interior is very mild and pleasant, although the rind actually ends up being a bit too tough in texture and, mild as it is, too strong in flavor for the delicate cheese within. A good mild Camembert that does not try to be its French ancestor but instead makes a solid way for itself. Caution
Always be on the lookout for local small dairies, there might be a gem in your backyard without you even knowing it!
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