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Alpkase
HardCow MilkSwitzerlandNONE
Generic term for Swiss alpine cheeses produced in mountain huts during summer transhumance (June-September). Each Alp produces unique cheese reflecting its specific pasture flora. Highly prized for the distinctive floral complexity from high-altitude grazing.
Characteristics
Texture
Firm, smooth to slightly granular
Flavor
Rich, floral, grassy, complex herbal
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