100 Best Cheeses in the World (2024)

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What are the top 100 cheeses? ›

In many ways, the 2019 World Cheese Awards were like every other year, except for in one, very important way: for the first time, an American cheese, the Rogue River Blue from Rogue Creamery in southern Oregon, was crowned the World Champion.

Cheesemakers from the Netherlands took home 11 golds, and Swiss cheesemakers finished third in the by-country ranking with eight Best of Class awards. The Swiss cohort took home the most coveted prize of all, as Hornbacher was named the 2024 World Champion Cheese.

Known as the “King of Cheeses”, Parmesan, or Parmigiano Reggiano was first produced by Benedictine and Cistercian monks a thousand years ago. Over the centuries, it has acquired global prominence and is now a hugely popular choice for food-lovers the world over.

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That honor goes to pule cheese (or magareći sir), a rare cheese produced in Zasavica Donkey Reserve in west central Serbia. The price? Around $600 a pound. To put this in perspective, a pound of Parmigiano Reggiano costs $15 to $25 per pound and up, depending on the producer and how many months the cheese is aged.

U.S. cheesemakers win 147 medals at 2023 World Cheese Awards in Norway. Harbison, a soft-ripened cheese with a spoonable texture by Vermont's Jasper Hill Farm, won the "Best American Cheese" trophy and four medals.

What country eats the most cheese? ›

The International Dairy Federation estimates that France holds the title for the most cheese consumed in a year per capita, but Italy boasts a close second.

Cheddar is one of the most popular cheeses in the world, especially in the United Kingdom and the United States, where many award-winning cheddars are produced. We are proud offer many of these hard to find cheddars at our Atlanta cheese shop and for sale online.

Switzerland. Switzerland is renowned for its top-quality hard cheeses, offering an exceptional taste experience. Gruyère, one of the most famous Swiss cheeses, is recognizable by its firm texture and fruity, slightly salty taste.

Experts agree that if you're looking to live long and eat richer regardless of your earning potential, mozzarella is the healthiest cheese for your heart.

It is categorized into various types, offering different textures, flavors, and aromas. You can top cheese over salads, melt in to your favorite comforting food, or eat it on its own. There are approximately 2,000 types of cheese.