Havarti is a semi-soft cow's-milk cheese sold in 10 to 14 oz blocks, offered by Keystone Cheese. The taste is buttery, from somewhat to very sweet, with a slight acidity. Balanced and mild, it suits a wide range of palates and melts beautifully.
At a glance
Size: 10 to 14 oz blocks
Milk: Cow
Style: Semi-soft, great melter
Flavor: Buttery, mild, slightly sweet and acidic
Origin: Wisconsin
Vendor: Keystone Cheese
Shipping: Perishable; ships Monday through Wednesday, never over the weekend
Best for
Sandwiches and paninis
Fondue and melted dishes
Everyday snacking
Cheese boards for mixed crowds
A crowd-pleasing gift
How to use
Layer it into sandwiches, melt it into fondue, or slice it for snacking. Its mild, buttery profile complements a wide variety of foods.
Flavor profile
Buttery and mild with a touch of sweetness and a slight acidic edge that keeps it balanced.
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.
