Gruyère Cheese

Beginnings of gruyère Cheese

sliced gruyère cheese on a board beside sliced bread on top of a brown table

Even though it was created a thousand years ago during the Holy Roman Empire, Gruyère cheese is considered a Swiss product (800-1806 AD). A wheel of authentic gruyère should weigh 77 pounds and be at least 22 inches in diameter to qualify as an Appellation d’Origine Protégée (AOP) cheese. Cheesemakers use rennet … Read more

Gruyère: The Only Thing the Swiss Really Care About

Gruyère

Gruyère is one of the most famous original Swiss cheeses and it is highly prized in fondues. It has a rich history that is as rich and nutty as its flavor. In fact, it is so good and fascinating that countries even went to war over it. If you’re curious about its … Read more