Beemster Royaal Grand Cru
Beemster Royaal Grand Cru
Beemster Royaal Grand Cru: The 2026 World Champion
Discover the cheese that conquered the world: Beemster Royaal Grand Cru. At the prestigious World Championship Cheese Contest 2026 in Wisconsin, this cheese was officially crowned best in class.
Choose your weight. We cut fresh, vacuum-pack, and ship cooled throughout Europe!
Description Beemster Royaal Grand Cru
Your favorite piece of Beemster Royaal Grand Cru
Whether you are looking for a piece for a luxurious cheese board or for daily enjoyment, at GoudaCheeseShop.com you always get the very highest quality. The Beemster Royaal Grand Cru was named the best cheese in the world in Wisconsin in 2026.
- ✔ Always Fresh: We only cut the cheese from the wheel after your order
- ✔ Vegetarian: Prepared with vegetarian (microbial) rennet
- ✔ Flavor profile: Deep notes of nuts and caramel with a smooth structure
- ✔ Lactose-free: Naturally matured to less than 0.1% lactose
Ingredients and Characteristics
Ingredients: Fat 48+, pasteurized COW'S MILK, vegetarian rennet (microbial), salt, starter culture, natural coloring annatto (E160b(ii)).
Characteristics: Lactose-free (<0.1%), Gluten-free, Suitable for vegetarians.
Artisanal preparation and world-class quality
The Beemster Royaal Grand Cru owes its unprecedented success to a unique combination of factors. Everything starts in the Dutch Beemsterpolder, where the cows graze freely on mineral-rich marine clay. This provides milk that is naturally exceptionally rich, soft and creamy. The cheese is then given plenty of time to mature peacefully on traditional wooden planks. During this long ripening process, the cheese is continuously turned and monitored by experienced master cheesemakers. Only the very best cheeses, which achieve the perfect balance between smoothness and piquancy, are awarded the prestigious Grand Cru predicate.
It is therefore no surprise that this masterful cheese was named the absolute best cheese in the world in Wisconsin in 2026! With every bite you taste a rich palette of flavors: from sweet caramel notes to a deep, nutty finish. Moreover, the cheese contains delicious, fine ripening crystals that provide a light crunch, while the dairy still melts beautifully soft on the tongue. An absolute crown on any luxurious cheese board and the perfect companion to a sturdy red wine or a rich port. Thanks to our professional vacuum packaging, we cut this world-class piece fresh for you and the champion-worthy taste is optimally preserved during transport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long can a freshly cut piece be kept?
Unopened in the vacuum packaging, the cheese can be kept in the refrigerator for 7 to 8 weeks. After opening, we advise consuming the cheese within 2 weeks.
Is this cheese suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, certainly, the Beemster Royaal Grand Cru is made with microbial (vegetarian) rennet and is therefore 100 percent vegetarian.
More information
| Dimension whole cheese | +/- 37 cm Ø x 11 cm H |
|---|---|
| Brand | Beemster Cheese |
| Flavor strength | Piquant |
| Country origin | Netherlands
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| Nutritional information | per 100 grams |
| fat (gr) | 34 |
| Saturated fat (gr) | 24 |
| Calcium (mg) | 19 |
| Calories (kcal) | 409 |
| Kilojoules (KJ) | 1698 |
| Carbohydrates (gr) | 0 |
| Protein (gr) | 27 |
| Type of milk | Cow
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| Type of rennet | Vegaterian rennet (microbial)
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| Lactose-free | Yes
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| Pasteurized Yes/No | Pasteurized |
| Limited shelf life | No |