# Naturalistically Aged Cheeses The Emmi Kaltbach Cave-Aged Gouda is Made with Swiss Milk By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-01-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emmi-kaltbach References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/emmi-adds-to-kaltbach-cave-aged-cheese-portfolio-with-new-gouda/) & [emmi-kaltbach](http://www.emmi-kaltbach.com) The [Emmi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-chocolate-cappuccino) Kaltbach Cave-Aged Gouda has been announced as a new product from the brand for the US market that will offer consumers a premium option to choose when seeking a different kind of [artisanal cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schuman-cheese). The cheese is crafted with Swiss milk and has been naturally ripened for three months before being cured in the brand's caves alongside other premium varieties. This helps to impart a distinct flavor and aroma to the cheese that is characterized by a dark brown rind, pale yellow hue and a flavor that is nutty and caramel-esque with a touch of pear finish. The Emmi Kaltbach Cave-Aged Gouda was described by Emmi Master Cheesemaker Franz Kottmann who said, "Kaltbach cave-aged gouda matures alongside hundreds of other wheels inside the Kaltbach caves. The natural environment of the cave and flora from the other cheeses gives it its distinctive rind and a flavour unlike any other gouda cheese.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cave-aged Cheeses:** Opportunity to explore natural aging techniques and unique flavor profiles for cheeses. - **Artisanal Cheeses:** Demand for premium, handcrafted cheeses that offer a different taste experience. - **Swiss Milk Products:** Growing interest in Swiss milk as a key ingredient for high-quality dairy products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cheese Manufacturing:** Potential for innovation in the production of cave-aged and artisanal cheeses. - **Dairy Products:** Opportunity to expand product lines with premium offerings made from Swiss milk. - **Specialty Foods:** Increasing demand for unique and high-quality food products, such as cave-aged gouda cheese. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Convenient Slow-Smoked Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-smoked-gouda.md) - [Coffee-Matured Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaldi-cheese.md) - [Succulently Brined Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/softripened-goat-cheese.md) - [Naturally Ripened Plant-Based Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-of-cheese.md) - [Mellow Blue Cheese Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mild-blue-cheese.md) - [Caramel-Washed Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-washed-gouda-cheese.md) - [Smoky Smooth Havarti Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hickory-smoked-havarti-cheese.md) - [French-Style Cashew Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-svviss.md) - [Sweet Nutty Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gouda-cheese-snack-bars.md)