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Feta
Country of origin: Greece; Flavor profile: Briny, tangy, and moist
Monterey Jack
Country of origin: United States; Flavor profile: Mild, buttery, and slightly tangy
Gruyère
Country of origin: Switzerland; Flavor profile: Creamy and nutty when young; earthy and complex as it ages
Emmental
Country of origin: Switzerland; Flavor profile: Nutty, sweet with a mild sharpness
Cheddar
Country of origin: England; Flavor profile: Ranges from mild to extra sharp, creamy to nutty
Gouda
Country of origin: Netherlands; Flavor profile: Mild, creamy, with a buttery flavor; aged versions are stronger and crumbly
Camembert
Country of origin: France; Flavor profile: Creamy, soft, rich, and sometimes with mushroom undertones
Manchego
Country of origin: Spain; Flavor profile: Firm and buttery with a slight piquancy, particularly when aged
Munster
Country of origin: France; Flavor profile: Strong-smelling, smooth, and subtly sweet
Roquefort
Country of origin: France; Flavor profile: Tangy, salty, and crumbly texture with blue veins
Stilton
Country of origin: England; Flavor profile: Creamy and tangy with blue veins
Raclette
Country of origin: Switzerland or France; Flavor profile: Semi-hard, slightly sweet, very creamy when melted
Reblochon
Country of origin: France; Flavor profile: Nutty, creamy, and slightly herbal
Edam
Country of origin: Netherlands; Flavor profile: Mild, slightly salty, and nutty with a firm texture
Mozzarella
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Moist, milky, and slightly tangy
Gorgonzola
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Rich, creamy, with a sharp bite from blue veins
Brie
Country of origin: France; Flavor profile: Creamy, buttery, fruity, and sometimes earthy
Provolone
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Semi-hard with a mild, smoky flavor
Valdeón
Country of origin: Spain; Flavor profile: Creamy, strong, and pungent with blue veins
Havarti
Country of origin: Denmark; Flavor profile: Butter, slightly acidic and somewhat sweet
Wensleydale
Country of origin: England; Flavor profile: Creamy, crumbly, and slightly sweet
Pecorino Romano
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Salty, spicy, and sharp
Burrata
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Rich, buttery, with a creamy center
Comté
Country of origin: France; Flavor profile: Complex, nutty, and caramelized with a semi-hard texture
Cabrales
Country of origin: Spain; Flavor profile: Strong, pungent, and slightly acidic with blue veins
Taleggio
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Soft, fruity, and tangy with a strong aroma
Langres
Country of origin: France; Flavor profile: Aromatic, creamy, with a sunken top
Fontina
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Mild, creamy with a nutty flavor
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Hard texture, nutty and fruity flavor
Halloumi
Country of origin: Cyprus; Flavor profile: Firm, salty, and squeaky when chewed; excellent for grilling
Époisses
Country of origin: France; Flavor profile: Smooth, creamy with a strong and pungent aroma
Blue Cheese
Country of origin: Various; Flavor profile: Pungent, sharp, and salty with blue or green veins
Cotija
Country of origin: Mexico; Flavor profile: Salty, crumbly, and sometimes aged
Ricotta
Country of origin: Italy; Flavor profile: Slightly sweet, creamy, and smooth with a soft texture
Limburger
Country of origin: Belgium; Flavor profile: Strong, pungent odor with a creamy, almost spreadable texture
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