Traditional, handmade Gouda variety made from pasteurized cow milk. Named after its origin, Beemster, in the North Holland province
The natural salt content of polder grass on the grazing fields allows for the addition of less salt in production
Smooth, yellow interior with few small holes and a golden yellow, smooth rind covered in plastic, which is not suitable for consumption
Fat content: 4045 % fat, dry weight
Taste: Depending on the ripeness, fruity and mild, becoming more intense, spicy and salty with increasing ripeness
Ripening time: 16 months (mild/piquant), 1018 months (old/very old) or 26 months (X-O)