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Youngsters Smoked

A very young Dutch Gouda cold-smoked over hickory. Soft and creamy with buttery sweetness and a velvety toasted-smoke finish.

Milk & style
Cow; verify package label • Netherlands / producer dependent

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Food, wine & beer pairings

Food
Apples, pears, mustard, nuts or charcuterie

Wine
Riesling, Pinot Noir or a fruit-forward red

Beer
Lager, brown ale or porter

More about this cheese

History & producer
Netherlands / producer dependent dairy or affineur – verify the current wheel label Youngsters Smoked belongs to the gouda tradition associated with Netherlands / producer dependent. 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 mild smoked Gouda that melts easily and is less firm or sharp than long-aged smoked cheese.

In the kitchen
MELTING: Good – softens luxuriously with gentle heat; avoid overheating. GRATING: Not recommended – too soft. SHAVING: Not recommended – slice, spread, spoon or crumble instead.

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.