Top 5 New York Blue Cheeses

Murray's Cheese, based in New York City, is a prominent gourmet cheese and specialty foods retailer and wholesaler, with a rich history dating back to its founding in Greenwich Village in 1962. Known for its wide selection of cheeses from around the globe, Murray's operates not only a flagship store but also a restaurant and cheese bar in New York. They are notable for their state-of-the-art cheese caves in Long Island City where they age their own cheese. In 2017, Murray's became part of the Kroger Company, expanding its reach nationwide through over a thousand Kroger stores.

Murray's is also committed to community involvement, supporting local charities and educational initiatives related to food and wellness.Expand

Lively Run Dairy is a family-owned creamery and cheese producer located in the renowned Finger Lakes region of New York. They are focused on crafting artisanal cheeses from both goat’s and cow’s milk, and are especially well known for their creamy chèvre and blue cheese, which have gained great popularity among cheese lovers. The creamery operates with a strong emphasis on sustainable agriculture and close collaboration with local farms, supporting the community while ensuring the highest quality of ingredients.

In addition to cheese production, Lively Run Dairy offers educational farm tours, workshops, and cheese tastings, giving visitors the chance to learn more about the cheesemaking process and the tradition of artisanal dairying. Their products have been nationally recognized and awarded, representing a blend of long-standing tradition, innovation, and respect for nature. Lively Run Dairy is considered one of the pioneers of the American goat cheese movement, as they were among the first in the U.S. to begin producing goat cheese back in the 1970s.Expand

Cayuga Blue is an American cheese produced in New York by Lively Run Goat Dairy. This blue cheese is made from goat's milk and it ages for 2 months. Underneath its bloomy rind, the texture is compact, firm, and flaky. The aromas are rich and mild, while the flavors are creamy, complex, and intense, although they vary from one wheel to another. There are blue veins running throughout the body of Cayuga Blue. It's recommended to pair the cheese with powerful beers and wines, as well as Scotch.Expand

Kefir Blue is an American blue cheese hailing from New York. The cheese is made from raw cow's milk as a combination of creamy and sharp Roquefort and live kefir cultures. Underneath its waxed rind, the texture is crumbly, with blue veining running throughout the paste. The flavors are nutty, sharp, tangy, and creamy. Kefir Blue is aged in caves. It's recommended to use it in dips and sauces or crumble it over salads.Expand

Muranda Blue is an American cheese hailing from New York, where it's produced by Muranda Cheese Company. This blue cheese is made from cow's milk and it's usually left to age for 2 months before consumption. Underneath its natural rind, the texture is semi-hard and crumbly, with blue veins running throughout the paste. The aromas are intense, while the flavors are sharp, salty, and strong. It's recommended to pair Muranda Blue with a glass of full-bodied red wine on the side.Expand

Shaker Blue is an American cheese hailing from New York, where it's produced by Old Chatham Sheepherding Company. This rindless blue cheese is made from raw sheep's milk. The texture is creamy, semi-firm, and moist, with blue-grey veins dispersed throughout the body. The aromas are sweet and rich, while the flavors are full, sweet, creamy, and acidic, with a slightly sweet lingering aftertaste. It's recommended to serve Shaker Blue with apples, pears, honey, and dried fruit.Expand

Blue Yonder is an American cheese hailing from New York, where it's produced by Lively Run Goat Dairy. This blue cheese is made from raw milk of Holstein cows. Visually, it has a marbled appearance with veins running throughout the body. Underneath its nartural rind, the texture is creamy and semi-soft. The aromas are rich, while the flavors are delicate and complex.Expand