Tillamook’s sharp cheddar wins top slots in category at 2024 World Championship Cheese Contest
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – It’s official: Tillamook’s sharp cheddar is some of the best in the world.
The cheese won four of the five top slots in the sharp cheddar cheese category at the 2024 World Championship Cheese Contest, placing second and third overall.
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The category consisted of cheeses aged between six months to a year. This year’s top spot was narrowly claimed by a creamery in Chateaugay, New York.
Local cheese eaters may not be surprised to learn that the Oregon Coast-based creamery is picking up some recognition at the international competition. Tillamook also submitted their cheeses to the mozzarella, Monterey jack, and pepper jack categories.
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Tillamook last brought home six awards. More winners will be announced Thursday.
There is no cash prize for making the best cheese in the world. However, the company – and its consumers – certainly earn some bragging rights.
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