Appenzeller Black - Extra

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Appenzeller Black Extra – an exceptionally spicy Swiss cheese, Super Gold winner

Appenzeller Black Extra is an iconic Swiss cheese, famous for its intense, spicy flavor. This is achieved through a careful aging process during which the cheese is regularly washed with a strictly secret herbal mixture. This raw milk delicacy is of absolute top-tier quality and has proudly achieved the prestigious Super Gold status at the World Cheese Awards 2025–2026.

Freshly cut to order, vacuum-packed, and shipped cooled.

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Description Appenzeller Black - Extra

Order Appenzeller Black Extra online

Are you looking for an intensely spicy cheese, full of character and with a unique aroma? Easily order the Appenzeller Black Extra at GoudaCheeseShop.com and bring a true Swiss masterpiece into your home.

  • ✔ Super Gold winner – World Cheese Awards 2025–2026
  • ✔ Characteristic, highly piquant, and spicy flavor
  • ✔ Made from raw milk (unpasteurized cow's milk)
  • ✔ Freshly cut from the wheel & vacuum-packed
  • ✔ Safe and cooled shipping

Order today and discover why this Super Gold winner is loved by gourmets all over the world.

Appenzeller Black Extra – intense, spicy, and internationally awarded

Appenzeller Black Extra is known for its powerful and unmistakable flavor profile. Thanks to a maturation period of at least six months and regular care with a secret herbal brine, this cheese develops an incomparably aromatic and piquant character. It is one of the most expressive Swiss cheeses you can taste.

This dedication to craftsmanship and quality has also been recognized at the highest international level: the Appenzeller Black Extra won the highly coveted Super Gold medal at the World Cheese Awards 2025–2026. This officially ranks it among the very best cheeses in the world.

Flavor and texture

The cheese has a firm yet supple texture that melts creamily in the mouth. The flavor is distinctly intense, savory, and highly spicy, with complex herbal notes that linger long on the palate.

Perfect for the cheese board, fondue, and cooking

Enjoy Appenzeller Black Extra purely on a refined cheese board, accompanied by a robust red wine. Additionally, this cheese is a fantastic addition to warm dishes: grated over gratins and casseroles, or as an indispensable, flavorful ingredient in an authentic Swiss cheese fondue.

Ingredients

Ingredients:
Fat 45+, unpasteurized cow's milk (raw milk), rennet, starter culture, salt, herbal mixture.

Quality and shipping

Quality:
We cut your Appenzeller Black Extra fresh to order and carefully vacuum-pack it.

Shipping:
The cheese is shipped cooled so that the flavor, texture, and premium quality are optimally preserved during transport to your doorstep.

Why choose Appenzeller Black Extra?

  • ✔ Awarded Super Gold – World Cheese Awards 2025–2026
  • ✔ Highly piquant taste thanks to the secret herbal mixture
  • ✔ Authentically crafted with unpasteurized cow's milk (raw milk)
  • ✔ Freshly cut to order & vacuum-packed
  • ✔ Ideal for snacks, casseroles, or a cheese fondue

Order your Appenzeller Black Extra today and enjoy a world-class cheese at home.

 

Frequently Asked Questions about Appenzeller Black Extra

What is Appenzeller Black Extra?

Appenzeller Black Extra is a famous Swiss cheese made from raw cow's milk. It is known as the spiciest variant within the Appenzeller family, partly due to a special treatment with a secret herbal mixture during its maturation.

What does this cheese taste like?

The flavor is extremely powerful, spicy, and full of character, with rich herbal aromas developed during the long aging process.

Which award did this cheese win?

The Appenzeller Black Extra has been honored with the highest accolade: the Super Gold award at the prestigious World Cheese Awards 2025–2026.

Is this cheese made from raw milk?

Yes, as you can see in the ingredients list, this cheese is made with unpasteurized cow's milk (raw milk). This provides a much deeper and more authentic flavor profile, but it also means pregnant women should exercise caution when consuming it (unless the cheese is heated).

Is it suitable for shipping?

Absolutely. We cut the cheese freshly from the wheel, vacuum-pack it immediately, and ship it cooled. This ensures the premium quality and flavor are perfectly preserved right to your front door.

How should I best store the Appenzeller?

Store the cheese in the refrigerator, ideally in its original vacuum packaging. Once opened, it is best to wrap it in cheese paper or store it in an airtight container. Take the cheese out of the fridge about 20 to 30 minutes before consumption so the flavors can fully unfold.

What can I use this cheese for?

It is fantastic as the centerpiece of a luxurious cheese board, but due to its melting properties, it is also perfect for hot dishes such as gratins, quiches, or, of course, in a classic Swiss cheese fondue.

 

More information

Dimension whole cheese +/- 29 cm Ø x 8 cm H
Brand Appenzeller
Flavor strength Very Piquant
Country origin Switzerland
Nutritional information per 100 grams
fat (gr) 32
Saturated fat (gr) 19
Calcium (mg) 950
Calories (kcal) 411
Kilojoules (KJ) 1625
Carbohydrates (gr) 1
Protein (gr) 25
Sodium (mg) 400
Type of milk Cow
Type of rennet Rennet
Lactose-free Yes
Pasteurized Yes/No Unpasteurized / Raw milk
Limited shelf life No

Customer Reviews

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Convenient and cost effective service
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Fast, reasonably priced and very good cheese.
Packaging was cold and thought through.
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Great
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I had trouble finding this in Switzerland to bring back to the states. They had plenty of the red packed tilsiter but not black. So glad to find you on line. Cheese arrived in beautiful shape
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Swiss-licious
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Perfection in every bite!
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Very intensive flavour and smell
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This cheese is very different from the Dutch family of cheese. It has a very intensive flavour as well as aroma. The kind of cheese that you want to eat slowly while reading or watching your favourite tv show.

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