May 2025: American Artisans featured in Cheese of the Month

Celebrating artisan American producers!

This month’s Cheese of the Month selection showcases a few of our favorite artisan American producers. From the heart of Wisconsin to the coasts of Connecticut and Washington, and the lush hills of Vermont, each cheese celebrates the craft and character of domestic cheesemaking. Read on to discover what’s in store!

The Gray by The Mystic Cheese Company in Groton, CT

Cow's Milk

From Mystic Cheese Co. in Connecticut, this Cheshire-style cheese pays tribute to New England’s British heritage. Striking a perfect balance between creamy and crumbly, it offers rich buttery and savory flavors, brightened by a juicy acidity that keeps you coming back for more.

Mariana by Blakesville Creamery in Port Washington, WI

Sheep's Milk

Blakesville Creamery in Wisconsin is best known for its stunning goat’s milk cheeses—but their sheep’s milk offerings are just as exceptional. Crafted from their own farmstead herd, this award-winning tomme was named one of the top cheeses of 2025 by Culture magazine. With a natural rind, a supple, creamy texture, and sweet, nutty notes, it’s a standout wheel worth savoring.

Withersbrook Blue by Jasper Hill Farms in Greensboro, VT

Crafted in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, Witherbrook Blue from Jasper Hill Farm is a testament to American blue cheese at its finest. Aged to perfection in Jasper Hill’s underground cellars and then soaked in cider, this cheese boasts a fudgy texture and balanced blue veining. Earthy, savory, and slightly sweet, it delivers a mellow, approachable bite.

Nduja by Nduja Bella in Seattle, WA

For those that have the meat option, we are so excited to share this new-to-the-USA meat. When Jon first traveled to Calabria, he discovered the bold, spicy magic of real ‘Nduja—but bringing it home wasn’t an option. Fast forward to 2025: at the Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas, Jon met Giuseppe Pezzano of ‘Nduja Bella, a company based in Spilinga, Calabria, now making authentic ‘Nduja right here in the U.S. Using a time-honored family recipe and meeting USDA standards, ‘Nduja Bella delivers the real deal. And now, you can find it at St. Kilians!