5 Year Aged Cheddar

5 Year Aged Cheddar is an extra-sharp Wisconsin white cheddar aged over five years, sold in 5 to 10 oz blocks by Keystone Cheese. It strikes a balance between sharpness and creamy texture that rewards anyone who appreciates the true taste of cheddar. As it ages it trades its smooth, firm body for a more granular, crumbly one.

At a glance

• Size: 5 to 10 oz blocks
• Type: Extra-sharp aged white cheddar
• Milk: Cow
• Age: Over 5 years
• Flavor: Extra sharp with a creamy edge
• Texture: Granular and crumbly
• Origin: Wisconsin
• Vendor: Keystone Cheese
• Shipping: Perishable; does not ship over the weekend

Best for

• Everyday snacking
• Cheese and charcuterie boards
• Sandwiches and grilled cheese
• Grating over savory dishes
• A gift for a sharp-cheddar fan

Serving suggestions

Slice it for snacking and sandwiches, or serve it on a board with crackers and fruit. It also grates well over soups and savory bakes.

Flavor profile

Extra sharp and true to cheddar, balanced by a creamy texture that turns granular with age.

About Keystone Cheese

Keystone Cheese is a Wisconsin purveyor of farm-fresh and aged cheeses, shipped straight from the creamery to keep flavor and texture at their peak.

Sold by Keystone Cheese, based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

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