Top 9 Wisconsinite Mixed Milk Cheeses

Marieke Gouda is an American cheesemaker based in Thorp, Wisconsin. The story began when Marieke Penterman, originally from the Netherlands, moved to the United States with the desire to bring the tradition of authentic Dutch Gouda. On the family farm, together with her husband Rolf, she founded Hollands Family Cheese, where everything takes place in one location – from the cows to the finished cheese. Their Gouda is produced according to authentic Dutch recipes, using fresh milk from their own herd, traditional cultures, and equipment imported from the Netherlands. Thanks to their dedication to quality and artisanal craftsmanship, Marieke Gouda has won more than 200 national and international awards to date. Today, their cheeses represent a blend of European tradition and American innovation, recognized for their outstanding quality and richness of flavor.Expand

Kingston Creamery is cooperative from Cambria (Wisconsin), established as a community response when local dairies closed. Renamed during the pandemic, the cooperative is still bravely run by families who preserve traditional methods—hand-milking cattle, small farms, old-fashioned milk cans—all with the goal of producing exceptional cheese. Their award-winning blue cheeses, such as Heritage Blue, combine piquant, earthy notes with a sweet, fruity undertone, the result of long-standing dedication to quality and artisanal craftsmanship. Founded as a step toward preserving the community and way of life, the cooperative now brings together over 60 members who jointly produce and market milk, thereby ensuring a sustainable future for their farmers and the preservation of their cultural heritage.Expand

Carr Valley Cheese is a family-owned cheese company located in Wisconsin, known for its traditional cheesemaking techniques passed down through generations. It produces a wide variety of cheeses, including artisanal and specialty cheeses, that have won numerous national and international awards. The company operates multiple retail stores across Wisconsin.Expand

Hook's Cheese is a family-owned artisanal creamery located in the historic Shake Rag district of Mineral Point, Wisconsin. It was founded by Tony and Julie Hook in 1976, and since 1987 has operated from their facility in Mineral Point, situated in the hills formed during the mining era. Their philosophy focuses on producing high-quality cheeses in small batches, using milk from local farms with cows, sheep, and goats. Among their most well-known products are aged Cheddar cheeses, with aging periods ranging from 2 to 15 years, distinguished by their rich and complex flavors. Hook's Cheese is recognized for its dedication to artisanal production and for preserving the cheese-making traditions of Wisconsin.Expand

Nasonville Dairy is a cheese producer located in Wisconsin. This family-operated business has been producing cheese since 1885. They offer a wide range of cheese types, including feta, cheddar, and mozzarella. The facility processes over half a million pounds of milk each day to create their cheese products.Expand

Hidden Springs Creamery is a farmstead creamery located in Westby, Wisconsin, specializing in the production of sheep’s milk cheeses. Their philosophy is based on sustainable farming and a careful approach to production, where the milk is collected from the farms on which the cheeses are also processed. This approach allows them to create cheeses that reflect a specific "terroir" – a unique flavor that develops from the particular grazing conditions and environment. Their cheese lineup includes products such as Driftless, a creamy and spreadable cheese with various flavors; Farmstead Feta, a sheep’s milk cheese with a rich and salty taste; and Timber Coulee Reserve, an aged cheese with deep and complex aromas.Expand

Cello, under Lake Country Dairy, specializes in producing artisan cheeses in Wisconsin, utilizing traditional methods with advanced technology. Their products include a variety of Italian-style cheeses such as Parmesan, Romano, and Mascarpone. They emphasize sustainable practices in their cheese production processes.Expand

BelGioioso Cheese, based in Green Bay, USA, is renowned for its production of Italian-style cheeses since 1979. The company operates out of multiple facilities and crafts over 27 different varieties of cheese. BelGioioso is known for its commitment to quality, using fresh, local milk and traditional cheesemaking methods. This commitment is evident in their practice of processing milk into cheese on the same day it is collected from local farms to ensure freshness and flavor. BelGioioso has been recognized widely in the cheese industry, receiving numerous awards from prestigious competitions like the World Cheese Championship and the American Cheese Society. Their range includes popular Italian-style cheeses such as fresh Mozzarella, Mascarpone, Ricotta, and aged cheeses like Parmesan and American Grana, which are aged in specialized caves to enhance their flavor.Expand

Renard's Cheese, now the most well-known brand from Rosewood Dairy, produces and sells high-quality cheeses, including cheddar, colby, mozzarella, and many other varieties. This dairy specializes in artisanal cheese production using milk from local, family-owned farms, and is known for employing sustainable practices in its production process and minimizing waste.Expand

Menage is an American cheese hailing from Wisconsin, where it's produced by Carr Valley Cheese Company. The cheese is made from a mix of pasteurized sheep's, cow's, and goat's milk. Underneath its green waxed rind, the texture is firm, dry, and creamy. The aromas are pleasant, while the flavors are intense, full, and rich. It's recommended to pair Menage with a glass of Shiraz or Pinot Noir in order to elevate its flavors. Menage has won many awards, including a bronze medal at the World Cheese Awards in 2011.Expand

Mona is an American semi-hard cheese produced in Wisconsin by Wisconsin Sheep Dairy Cooperative. The cheese is made from a combination of sheep's and cow's milk and it ages for at least 6 months. During the maturation period, the cheese is covered in edible poly-coating in order to control the growth of mold and to preserve moisture. The texture is firm, moist, supple, and crumbly. The aroma is grassy and the flavors are mild and sweet, with hints of butter, grass, and nuts. With further aging, the cheese becomes a bit drier and even more crumbly.Expand

Mobay is an American semi-soft cheese produced in Wisconsin by Carr Valley Cheese Company. The cheese is made from goat's and sheep's milk and it's influenced by the French Morbier. The halves of sheep's and goat's milk cheeses are pressed together aftetr the production, and they're separated by a layer of ash that runs through the middle. The cheese is bone-white in color, and each half has its characteristics – the goat's milk part is bright and tangy, while the sheep's milk half is sweet and earthy. The texture is supple and semi-soft, and the cheese has won many awards, including a silver medal at the 2011 World Cheese Awards.Expand