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Appenzeller®
The most flavoursome cheese in the world
Appenzeller® cheese is one of the greats when it comes to cheese specialities from Switzerland. The most flavoursome cheese in Switzerland has been produced by hand in line with old traditions for over 700 years. The gently rolling hills between Lake Constance and the Säntis mountain range with their wholesome, rich herbal meadows provide the perfect foundation for the natural unpasteurised milk that is used to make Appenzeller® cheese. Traditional cheesemaking is as much a part of the protected and lived Appenzeller customs as string music, “talerschwingen” (where a coin is spun in a bowl to create a musical sound) and “bauernmalerei” (amateur painting by people living in the alpine countryside).
The top-secret herbal brine
The strictly limited production area guarantees the unique nature of this flavoursome speciality cheese: Appenzeller® cheese can only be produced in the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden and Ausserrhoden and in parts of the St. Gallen and Thurgau cantons in line with the traditional recipe. Its unique, tangy flavour is owed to the careful process lasting at least three months involving the herbal brine. The recipe for this herbal brine is a strictly guarded secret. The cheese certificate on the base of each cheese wheel ensures the first-class quality.
«Appenzeller® is only available from the Salesis cheese shop in Appenzell, at the creamery museum in Stein and directly from the Rainhütten and Spitzig Stein Alps. And, of course, from the Appenzeller® online shop. It has a silver and green label.
The term “Alpkäse” is a protected brand in Switzerland. It can only be used where strict standards concerning animal feed and production processes are met. Thus, for example, the cheese must be processed in the summer grazing pastures of Switzerland. Alpenzeller® meets these conditions.»
«This Appenzeller® packs a powerful flavour punch:
No other Appenzeller® than the Black Label represents better the characteristics of the people of its home region in the Alpstein: it has a robust and hearty character, is sometimes a bit sharp but still very well balanced. As the cheese ages, the cheesemakers search for the very best wheels and store them in a damp cellar at around 14 degrees Celsius to mature them for at least 6 months. This process creates a cheese with a unique flavour, a must have for those who love tart cheese.
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«The original Appenzeller® with a striking flavour:
The herdsmen from Appenzell have always known how to make a virtue out of necessity: they created Appenzeller® Brown Label a long time ago, by using most of the valuable cream to make nutritious butter. They then used the semi-skimmed milk to create a low fat cheese that satisfied their hunger during the alpine grazing season. The potent, sharp taste of this ancient Appenzeller® makes every fondue and every traditional Swiss cheese macaroni truly remarkable.
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Amstad Chäslädeli GmbH,
Zürich
CHÄSLAUBE BUSINESS SERVICE,
Zürich
«For an intense and rich fondue experience:
Appenzeller® Fondue is the essential ingredient for a cozy winter evening spent with family and friends. Made from the very best Appenzeller® cheese, Appenzeller® Fondue is incredibly aromatic and a real delicacy. Its unmistakably unique taste really makes it stand out from the crowd.
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«Switzerland's tastiest raclette:
Hearty raclette depends on the character of the cheese and how well it melts. Appenzeller® for Raclette with its creamy texture and its aromatic taste is just perfectly suited to be used for this traditional Swiss dish. It is the full-flavoured highlight of every Raclette cheese platter. Our insider tip: heat the cheese gently for the best taste experience.
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«A hearty taste you won’t forget:
The Alpstein region is shaped by the untouched, rugged power of nature. And that’s the taste we capture in our secret herbal brine, used to treat and refine Appenzeller® Gold Label over a period of 4-5 months, allowing it to develop the strong character that cheese lovers adore so much. This is Switzerland’s favourite Appenzeller® cheese.
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«The organic Appenzeller® with a full bodied, aromatic twist:
The Bio Suisse label, indicating a product made in accordance with strict organic guidelines, instantly reveals that there is something special about this cheese. Appenzeller® Organic Dark Green Label is one of two cheeses in our selection made from purely organic cow's milk, produced by cows who are fed only on rich grass or hay from natural meadows. The cheese is regularly treated with the secret herbal brine during its maturation period of 4-5 months, allowing the flavours to unfold. For a natural enjoyment and a full-bodied taste.
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«A pure cheese experience made from the finest organic milk:
From the rich green meadows surrounding the Alpstein region to the cool mountain waters and invigorating fresh air – all our products feature the natural tastes of the Appenzellerland. With Appenzeller® Organic Green Label, you can taste nature in every bite. This cheese, made from organic cow's milk, is washed with our secret herbal brine for at least three months to achieve its perfect flavour.»
«A surprisingly different taste experience:
Loving care and a long aging period of at least 9 months create an exceptional cheese - the Appenzeller® Purple Label, with delicate cheese crystals, a surprisingly complex bouquet and a truly unique taste. This cheese is piquant and well-balanced, yet still creamy and smooth on the palate. A delight that must be experienced to be believed.
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«The perfect balance between mild and aromatic:
Every single Appenzeller® cheese is made with pure, raw cow's milk from cows fed solely on the rich grass and herb mix found in the idyllic Alpine region known as the Alpstein. The Appenzeller® Silver Label is regularly washed with the secret herbal brine during its maturing process of at least three months. The brine brings forth the characteristic taste that cheese lovers around the world do appreciate for over 700 years.
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«No other Appenzeller® is this deliciously creamy:
There are those who love a hard cheese and its tart flavour, and those whose sophisticated taste buds appreciate an incredible creamy, aromatic taste experience. No matter what you prefer, you will love Appenzeller® White Label. Thanks to an extra portion of cream and a short aging period of at least three months, this rich and creamy cheese with its smooth texture is still a real Appenzeller®.
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Semi-hard cheese
Type of cheese
Unpasteurised milk
Milk processing
Cow's milk
Type of milk
Cream cheese
mind.
55%
Content of fat
Animal rennet
Lab-Type
Tolerability
Lactosefree
Glutenfree
Region
Eastern Switzerland
Season
all-season
Loaf
6.70
kg
Appenzeller®
The mysterious herbal brine, with which each wheel is regularly rubbed by hand, makes it one of the most flavoursome cheeses in Switzerland.
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