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Beemster Royaal Grand Cru - Piece (150g) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Pickup available at Dutch Groceries Ottawa
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If you plan on keeping your cheese for a longer time, please vacuum seal it again once the cheese has arrived. Otherwise, we recommend keeping the cheese in tight plastic wrap to prevent it from drying out. Sometimes the cheese might be a little softer and start "sweating." If this happens, please put the cheese back in the fridge and it will become harder again. This won't affect the taste or quality of the cheese.
Wrap Gouda cheese in wax paper or parchment paper first, then cover it with a layer of plastic wrap or place it in a resealable plastic bag. This allows the cheese to breathe while preventing it from drying out.
Alternatively, you can use cheese-specific storage paper or bags that are designed to maintain the optimal humidity for cheese.
The cheese is best stored in the fridge between temperatures of 1.7°C and 7°C.
Can I Freeze Cheese?
It is better not to freeze cheese because this will affect the taste.
We recommend keeping the cheese outside the fridge for 30 minutes before eating. This way the flavour will be best enjoyed.
Although it rarely happens, no need to worry! Sometimes this can happen over time. You can cut off the moldy part, ensuring to cut about an inch around and below the mold.
The remaining cheese should be fine to eat. However, if the mold has deeply penetrated the cheese, it’s best to discard it.
Elevate your cheese board with the ultimate expression of Dutch craftsmanship. Officially named the World Champion Cheese of 2026, the Royaal Grand Cru is a premium, naturally aged hard cheese crafted by the master cheesemakers of CONO Kaasmakers in the historic Beemster polder of North Holland.
Aged to perfection for a minimum of 12 months, this exceptional cheese is made using 100% pasture-raised milk. The unique recipe was originally developed to celebrate the dairy's prestigious appointment as a purveyor to the Royal Dutch Court, resulting in a flavor profile that is nothing short of majestic.
Flavor Profile: A complex, deeply rich, and robust flavor that seamlessly blends sharp, savory notes with a smooth, lingering sweetness reminiscent of roasted almonds and warm butterscotch.
Texture: Firm yet remarkably smooth on the palate, studded with fine, crunchy tyrosine ripening crystals that signify its meticulous aging process.
Pairing Suggestions: Perfectly complements full-bodied red wines (like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot), oaky Chardonnays, or a complex craft IPA. It also pairs beautifully with artisan sourdough, dark honey, and fresh figs.
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Flavor Profile: A complex, deeply rich, and robust flavor that seamlessly blends sharp, savory notes with a smooth, lingering sweetness reminiscent of roasted almonds and warm butterscotch.
Texture: Firm yet remarkably smooth on the palate, studded with fine, crunchy tyrosine ripening crystals that signify its meticulous aging process.
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