Which New York
Cheese Are You?
Take the Cheese Personality Quiz!
Your ideal Saturday includes:
A. Antiquing, then wine tasting
B. A big family BBQ
C. Reading on a sunny porch
D. Hiking followed by a lakeside
picnic
E. Hosting a fancy dinner party
2. Pick a beverage:
A. Riesling
B. Craft beer
C. Iced tea
D. Hard cider
E. Champagne
3. Favorite fall activity:
A. Visiting farm stands
B. Watching football
C. Apple picking
D. Scenic drive
E. Harvest party
Answers:
Mostly A’s: Hudson Valley Camembert
You’re soft, refined, and full of character. You belong in a picnic basket next to crusty bread and a bottle of local white.
Mostly B’s: Sharp Cheddar
Bold, classic, and everyone loves you. You’re timeless and never go out of style, especially on a burger.
Mostly C’s: Fresh Mozzarella
Chill, gentle, and comforting. You’re perfect with tomatoes and sunshine.
Mostly D’s: Goat Cheese (Chèvre)
Adventurous and earthy. You’re a little tangy and totally unforgettable.
Mostly E’s: Triple Cream (Kunik)
Luxury in dairy form. Rich, elegant, and meant for the cheese board spotlight.
Cheddar to Mozzarella:
The Great New York Cheese Trail
Think Wisconsin’s got the cheese game on lock?
Think again. New York State is quietly churning out some of the best cheese in the country; and not just cheddar. From creamy camemberts in the Hudson Valley to tangy chevres in the Adirondacks, the Empire State is a hidden haven for dairy lovers.
Whether you’re a hardcore curd nerd or just in it for the free samples, this cheese trail is your passport to pasture paradise.
A
McCadam Cheese
Chateaugay, Adirondacks
Founded in 1876, McCadam is one of NY’s oldest cheese companies, known for sharp cheddar with a serious bite. Their region’s rugged pastures create bold, grassy flavors and yes, they’ve won national awards for it.
website: https://www.mccadam.coop/visit-us/
B
Nettle Meadow Warrensburg,
near Lake George
Known for their “Kunik,” a triple-cream goat and cow’s milk blend, this tiny creamery’s cheeses are as luxurious as they are unforgettable. Plus, they run a sanctuary for rescue animals.
website: https://www.nettlemeadow.com/
C
Old Chatham Creamery, Hudson Valley
Sheep’s milk cheeses? Say less. Their Nancy’s Camembert is silky, soft, and addictive. Pair it with a crisp local cider and you’ve officially entered dairy heaven.
D
Cayuga Milk Ingredients Auburn
This one’s for the serious dairy nerds. Peek behind the curtain at one of NY’s biggest milk-to-cheese processors, where science meets flavor.
E
Muranda Cheese Co. Waterloo, Finger Lakes
Try the “Red Buddy,” a cheddar-style cheese with a creamy twist, or the “Blue Moon” gouda. They also host cheese + wine pairings on their scenic property.
website: https://www.murandacheese.com/