Gouda 48% is a Dutch yellow cheese made from cow’s milk. It is named after the city of Gouda in the Netherlands. It is a ripened (semi) hard type cheese.
Gouda is one of the most popular cheeses all over the world. It is available in many different types, with different fat contents (most popular - 45% and 48%) and shapes. It has a mild-taste that grows stronger with the length of the maturing process. Gouda 48% is mainly destined for consumption, confectionery and bakery.
Foodcom S.A. can provide Gouda that is suitable for further processing - slicing, grating, or shredding.
Thanks to our experience we can also offer Gouda with low salt content which ensures a more savoury taste.
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Chemical – physical analysis:
Fat content: min. 48%.
Dry matter: min 55%
pH 5,2-5,4
Salt 1,2 - 2,0g
Gouda is usually available in 3 kg blocks or 15 kg euroblocks.
Depending on a country of origin Gouda has a shelf life of about 3-12 months.