Handcrafted in Door County, Wisconsin, by Master Cheesemaker Chris Renard, Old Fashioned Hoop Cheddar honors the foundational heritage of American artisan cheesemaking. Drained in traditional cheesecloth and aged in authentic wooden hoops, this method yields a lower-moisture wheel with an intensely concentrated, complex cheddar profile and an uncommonly rich finish.
Renard's Cheese relies on fresh, rBGH/rBST-free milk sourced from local family farms across the Door County peninsula, preserving a proud third-generation legacy of award-winning craftsmanship.
Texture:
Firm yet sliceable, melts creamily on the tongue.
Flavor:
Bold and distinctly sharp with deep savory undertones, a buttery mid-palate, and a lingering, nutty tang.
Perfect Pairings:
🍷 Sip: Malbec, Aged Cabernet Sauvignon, Amber Ale, or a classic Wisconsin Brandy Old Fashioned.
🥖 Chew: Summer Sausage, crisp Honeycrisp apple slices, or raw honey.
🍴 Make: Grate into an elevated beer cheese soup, layer onto hearty tavern sandwiches, or anchor a classic Midwest charcuterie board.
