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How Long Are Different Cheeses Aged

Chloe Bennett • • 8 min read
How Long Are Different Cheeses Aged

Cheese TypeAging TimeCheese TextureCamembert, Brie2-4 weeksSoft & SmoothMuenster, Provolone4-8 weeksSemi-SoftCheddar, Gouda, & Colby2-4 monthsSemi-HardParmesan4-6 monthsHard or Firm

Which cheeses are aged the longest?

  • Bitto Storico. Age: 10 – 18 years. …
  • Oldest Edible Cheddar. Age: 40 years (c.1972) …
  • Ancient Egyptian Cheese. Age: over 3,000 years (c.13th century BCE) …
  • Ancient Chinese Cheese. Age: over 3,600 years (c.1615 BCE) …
  • Ancient Polish Cheese. Age: over 7,000 years (c.5000 BCE) …
  • Ancient Mediterranean Cheese.

How long are hard cheeses aged for?

Production involves separating and draining most of the whey before pressing the curd, which is then either brined to create a hard rind or waxed. Finally, the cheese is aged for between two and 36 months, and in some cases even longer.

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