This article explores the rich variety of gouda cheese originating from the Netherlands, detailing how younger gouda offers a fresh, bouncy texture, while aged versions feature complex flavors and a delightful crunch. The author tasted nine different gouda cheeses from grocery stores, ranking them based on flavor, texture, and overall quality. The subjective nature of cheese tasting is acknowledged, with the recommendation that newer enthusiasts can use this ranking as a guide to find a gouda they will enjoy.
There’s nothing quite as delicious as a good gouda. Hailing from the Netherlands, this cheese can be so many things.
The younger versions... tend to be fresh with an almost bouncy texture, while older, more aged varieties tend toward a lovely crystallization.
If you’re new to artisanal cheese... this ranking may help you choose a variety that will suit your palate.
I tasted nine different goudas... starting with my least favorite and working my way to the best of the group.
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