Flinketaler

A cheese with holes from the Netherlands. The Flinketaler is a quintessentially Dutch cheese with the allure of the Alps. Its large, distinctive holes and nutty flavor are reminiscent of a Swiss Emmentaler, but crafted with Dutch artisanal expertise. The texture is creamy and supple, the flavor mild and nutty with a gentle sweetness.

The eye-catching holes form through natural gas production during aging, giving the cheese its playful character. Visually, the Flinketaler is a showstopper on any cheese board, but it's the flavor that makes it truly special: fuller and creamier than its playful appearance might lead you to expect.

Pairs well with: a glass of dry white wine, a light blonde beer or apple juice. Delicious on bread, in a grilled cheese sandwich, or on a cheese board as a light, airy contrast. Compare it with the Emmentaler for the Swiss original, or the Goudse Belegen for the classic Dutch tradition.