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Hika Bay
Semi-soft, creamy and mild; nutty, slightly sweet and grassy, between young cheddar and Alpine cheese.
Milk & style
Pasteurized cow • Wisconsin, USA
Aged About 60 days
Tang 2/10 · Funkiness 1/10
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Food, wine & beer pairings
Food
Grilled cheese, fondue, creamy soup, pretzels, grapes, walnuts or Dijon.
Wine
Chardonnay; lager or amber ale.
Beer
Chardonnay; lager or amber ale.
More about this cheese
History & producer
Wisconsin, USA dairy or affineur – verify the current wheel label Hika Bay belongs to the domestic tradition associated with Wisconsin, USA. Recipes and sourcing can vary by shipment, so use the current package or wheel label to identify the exact dairy and milk treatment.
At the cheese counter
“A very approachable snacking cheese and a terrific melter.”
In the kitchen
MELTING: Very good – use gentle heat for a smooth result. GRATING: Good when well chilled. SHAVING: Good when cold – make short curls with a cheese plane.
Enjoy within
3-5 days after opening
Keep refrigerated and wrap well. “Enjoy within” is a best-quality guide; follow the package date and store food-safety procedures. Product details vary; confirm the current wheel or package label. The complete PDF includes the rennet reference and source notes.
