7 Year Old Mega Sharp Cheddar

7 Year Old Mega Sharp Cheddar from Mousehouse Cheesehaus is a Wisconsin cheddar aged seven years in the shop's own cooler. Seven years of cellaring leave the moisture long gone, replaced by a dense, flaky texture and a concentrated, crystal-laden sharpness that makes it a favorite of serious aged cheddar fans.

At a glance

• Style: Aged cheddar, mega sharp
• Age: 7 years, aged in-house
• Milk: Cow's milk
• Texture: Dense, flaky, rich with tyrosine crystals
• Origin: Wisconsin
• Maker: Mousehouse Cheesehaus

Best for

• Cheese boards as a bold centerpiece
• Serious aged cheddar enthusiasts
• Small tasting portions
• Grating over pasta or risotto
• Gift boxes for cheese lovers
• Pairing with honey and dried fruit

Pairings

Serve in modest portions with honey or fig jam, plus walnuts and dried fruit to balance the intensity, or grate over pasta and risotto. Pairs with Cabernet Sauvignon, port, or a robust dark beer.

Flavor profile

Intense and concentrated, a clear step beyond the 5-year in boldness, with a flaky crumble and crystalline crunch.

About Mousehouse Cheesehaus

Mousehouse Cheesehaus is a Wisconsin cheese and specialty food maker known for cheddar aged in-house in its own cooler.