Top 91 American Raw Milk Cheeses

Maytag Blue is an American blue cheese originating from just outside Newton, Iowa, on Maytag Dairy Farms. The cheese is made with Holstein cow's milk since 1941. It ripens for 6 months, and during the time it develops a texture that is dense and crumbly. The aromas are strong and pungent, while the flavors are tangy and lemony. It is recommended to crumble Maytag Blue in salads, melt it on burgers, and pair it with a glass of lager or ale.Expand

Bayley Hazen Blue is an American blue cheese produced by Jasper Hill Farm in Greensboro, Vermont. The cheese is made from raw cow's milk and it has a natural rind. It's named after an old military road that was commisioned by George Washington. The recipe for this cheese was developed by altering the aging process and the shape of a Devon Blue recipe. The texture of Bayley Hazen Blue is dense, firm, and slightly dry, yet creamy and fudge-like, with blue veins running throughout it. The aromas are strong, spicy, and grassy, while the flavors are buttery, nutty, and tangy, with hints of anise. It's recommended to serve the cheese with a chunk of dark chocolate and pair it with a glass of fruity red dessert wine. Bayley Hazen Blue can also be served with burgers, tart cherries, spinach salad, or walnuts. Interestingly, it has won numerous awards, including Super Gold at the 2014 World Cheese Awards.Expand

Point Reyes Original Blue is an American blue cheese produced in California by Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company. The cheese is made from raw cow's milk and has a natural rind. The texture is creamy and buttery and the aromas are milky, fresh, and intense. The flavors range from milky, sweet, and creamy to strong. It's recommended to serve it with pasta dishes, red meat, grilled vegetables, or fresh salads. Pair the cheese with a glass of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, or sparkling wine.Expand

Oma is an American cheese produced on Jasper Hill Farm in Vermont by the Von Trapp family (yes, the descendants of the family from The Sound of Music). The cheese has a washed rind and it's made with raw milk coming mostly from Jersey cows. The body is soft and supple, yet never runny. The aromas are nutty and earthy, while the flavors are rich, creamy, meaty, barnyardy, pungent, and slightly sweet, with notes of chocolate, butter, and cured meat. It is recommended to pair this cheese with Belgian ales, IPA beer, and fig jam. The name Oma is actually a German word (or a term of endearment) meaning grandmother.Expand

Roasted Garlic Cheddar is an American cheese produced in New York by Muranda Cheese Company. This semi-hard artisan cheese is made from raw cow's milk and it's infused with roasted garlic, hence the name. The cheese also often contains spices such as chives and parsley. Underneath its natural rind, the texture is crumbly. The aromas are strong, while the flavors are full, sharp, intense, and garlicky. It's recommended to pair it with a glass of dry Riesling.Expand

Hooligan is an American cheese produced in Connecticut by Cato Corner Farm. The cheese is made from raw milk of Brown Swiss and Jersey cows. Its rind is washed in brine, and underneath it, there is a chalky, soft, creamy, and slightly runny texture of the body. The aromas are pungent and stinky due to the washed orange rind which contains surface-ripening bacteria and yeasts. Hooligan is aged for 2 months, resulting in flavors that are grassy, vegetal, intense, mushroomy, and savory. The cheese melts very well, so it can be used in (fabulously stinky, in this case) grilled cheese sandwiches. It's recommended to serve Hooligan with hot pepper jelly, caramelized pecans, cranberry walnut bread, and honey. Pair it with sweet white wines and Belgian-style ales.Expand

Buttermilk Blue is an American blue cheese originating from Wisconsin, where it is made by Roth. The cheese is made with raw milk from Jersey and Holstein cows. It is aged in cellars for at least 2 months, resulting in a creamy and crumbly texture, fresh and mellow aromas, and piquant and tangy flavors. The interior is ivory in color, with blue-gray veins dispersed throughout it. Buttermilk Blue should be paired with figs, pears, dark chocolate, and raw vegetables. Because it crumbles so easily, it is a great addition to burgers, pizzas, salads, and dips. Regarding beverages, it is recommended to pair it with gin and sweeter wines.Expand

Crema de Blue is an American blue cheese made in New Jersey by Valley Shepherd Creamery. The cheese is made from raw Jersey cow's milk. After aging in caves for 65 days, underneath its natural rind the texture becomes creamy and semi-soft, with blue-green veining throughout the body. The flavors are full, spicy, creamy, and tart, with hints of licorice. It's recommended to serve it on a cheeseboard, where it will most likely be the most popular cheese on the plate.Expand

Oregon Blue is an American blue cheese made from raw cow's milk. The cheese ages for a minimum of 90 days in Rogue Creamery's caves. The texture is firm and buttery, and the aromas are earthy and clean. The flavors are mellow, sweet, and buttery, with hints of cream. On the inside, there are veins of earthy blue molds. Oregon Blue has been produced since 1957 and has won numerous awards. It's recommended to pair it with a glass of Riesling or Pinot Noir.Expand

Appalachian is an American cheese hailing from Galax, Virginia, where it's produced by Meadow Creek Dairy. The cheese is made from Jersey cows' raw milk and the wheels are aged for a minimum of 90 days. Underneath its moldy rind, the texture is springy, smooth, and velvety. The aromas are grassy, milky, and earthy, while the flavors are lemony, buttery, and mushroomy. It's recommended to serve Appalachian on a cheese board or with a piece of homemade bread on the side. Due to its melting properties, it can be used in a variety of dishes. Pair it with a glass of white wine.Expand

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

Parish Hill Creamery is a seasonal cheese producer that focuses on traditional Italian methods and raw cow's milk. The creamery crafts its cheeses using microbial rennet and cultures developed from the local environment. Led by Peter Dixon, who is an experienced cheesemaker, Parish Hill Creamery emphasizes the importance of terroir and sustainable practices in cheese production.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

Jasper Hill Farm is a farmstead cheese producer based in Greensboro, founded in 2003 with a clear mission to strengthen the rural economy of Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom through high-quality cheesemaking. The operation is built around milk from its own farm, with a strong emphasis on consistency, milk quality and expressing a sense of place through different cheese styles. A central pillar of the business is The Cellars at Jasper Hill, a purpose-built underground aging facility designed to provide precise control over humidity, temperature and microbial development during affinage. These cellars are used not only for Jasper Hill’s own cheeses but also to support other small regional producers by offering professional aging, storage and distribution services. This collaborative model has positioned Jasper Hill as both a producer and an infrastructure backbone for the local artisan cheese community. Their portfolio spans multiple styles, from blue and soft-ripened cheeses to alpine-inspired varieties, many of which have received international recognition. Jasper Hill Farm is widely regarded as one of the most influential producers in American artisanal cheesemaking, known for combining technical rigor with a strong commitment to regional sustainability.Expand

Stuyt Dairy Farmstead Cheese is a family-owned creamery located in Escalon, California, in the heart of the Central Valley. It was founded by Rick and Ansally Stuyt in December 2015. Their farm, which spans 90 acres and has around 500 Holstein cows, also serves as a creamery, giving them complete control over cheese production. Stuyt Dairy Farmstead Cheese produces artisanal cheeses from raw cow’s milk, with a minimum aging period of 60 days, often extending to 90 days to achieve optimal flavor. Their range includes classic mild Gouda, as well as various flavored varieties such as smoked, yeast and herbs, onion and parsley, chili, habanero, garlic with herbs, and many more.Expand