# Cheese-Choosing Infographics This Chart Details the Differing Flavors of Cheese By Jonathon Brown | Published 2013-02-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavors-of-cheese References: [visual.ly](http://visual.ly/16-flavors-cheese-flavor-traits-related-cheeses) & [seidell.wordpress](http://www.seidell.wordpress.com) This infographic details the many different flavors of cheese, some of which are obscure and all of which are tasty. Cheese, of course, is one of the most used toppings in the world and as such, can have a heavy influence on the taste of your meal. Whether you’re eating a [sub sandwich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-pizzas) or a [pepperoni pizza](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-cheese-pizza), the kind of cheese you choose plays a big role in its overall taste. This infographic not only lists dozens of cheese types, but also gives tasting notes on each one. While some cheeses are defined as sharp, others feature creamy tastes. For instance, Gorgonzola is defined as [sharp, salty/sour](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chili-bomb-cheddar) and moldy. While that doesn’t sound like the most appealing cheese, it does have its place. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cheese Flavor Trends:** Cheese-infused food products will continue to be popular with consumers, leading to innovative cheese flavors such as smoky, spicy, and infused with herbs. - **Interactive Food Infographics:** Interactive infographics will become increasingly popular in the food industry, allowing consumers to easily explore and learn about different types of foods. - **Cheese Pairing Trends:** Gourmet cheese and wine pairing trends will continue to rise, leading to innovative new pairings and cheese-focused menus in high-end restaurants. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The food and beverage industry can utilize interactive infographics to showcase their products and educate consumers about different flavors and options. - **Cheese Production Industry:** The cheese production industry can utilize cheese pairing trends to market their products as part of a gourmet dining experience. - **Restaurant Industry:** The restaurant industry can leverage cheese flavor trends and cheese pairing trends to create unique and innovative menu items, as well as educate consumers on cheese and wine pairings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Restaurant-Inspired Cheese Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gouda-line.md) - [Regional Cuisine-Flavored Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pilgrims-choice-cheese.md) - [Sweetly Flavored Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specially-selected-speciality-cheese.md) - [Spore-Flavored Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-cheddar.md) - [Regional Cuisine Cheese Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pilgrims-choice-inclusions.md) - [Flavor-Infused Cheddar Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sartori-cheese.md) - [Pizza-Inspired Cheese Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-bread-cheese.md) - [Cheese Expert Guide Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madame-fromage.md) - [Flavorfully Infused Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-specially-selected.md)