Top 3 Local Raw Milk Cheeses
in Grafton

Grafton Village Cheddar is an American cheddar cheese hailing from Vermont. There's a large selection of cheddar cheeses made by Grafton Village Cheese Company, and they're made from raw cow's milk. Some cheeses are smoked, some aged, and some are aged in caves, such as Clothbound Cheddar, Maple Smoked Cheddar, Smoked Chili Cheddar, and Cheddars aged from 1 to 4 years. The cheeses have a natural rind, and the texture is generally firm, smooth, crumbly, and flaky. The aromas are sweet and smokey, while the flavors range from buttery and creamy to savory and sharp. Interestingly, these cheddars date back to 1892, when local farmers used to deliver milk to the creamery. Expand

Shepsog is an American seasonal cheese hailing from Vermont, where it's produced by Grafton Village Cheese Company. It's available in fall and winter only. The cheese is made from a mix of raw cow's and sheep's milk. It's left to age in caves from 4 to 6 months before consumption. Underneath its natural rind, the texture is buttery and semi-hard. The aromas are rich, nutty, sweet, and earthy, while the flavors are bright, clean, and nutty with a sweet finish. It's recommended to pair Shepsog with a glass of Syrah and serve it as a table cheese with honey and toasted nuts. The cheese has won many awards, including a Super Gold medal at the 2014 World Cheese Awards. The name of this cheese is the indigenous Native American Algonquin word for sheep. Expand

Bear Hill is an American cheese hailing from Vermont. This semi-hard alpine-style cheese is made from raw sheep's milk. After 7 to 8 months of aging, the texture underneath its washed rind becomes smooth. The flavors are complex - mild, nutty, milky, sweet, and nutty, with fruity hints and a savory finish without barnyardy aromas. It's recommended to pair Bear Hill with a glass of Pinot Blanc or Riesling.Expand