For six generations, Artikaas has been preserving the tradition of Dutch Gouda while continuing to explore new ways to bring this beloved cheese style to today’s cheese lovers. Rooted in the Netherlands, the brand combines time-honored cheesemaking practices with a modern approach to flavor, variety, and sustainability.
Artikaas Gouda begins with high-quality milk from Dutch cows grazing on lush, fertile pastures. Using traditional techniques inspired by centuries of Dutch cheesemaking, skilled cheesemakers transform this milk into cheeses known for their smooth texture, creamy character, and evolving flavors.
Like many great cheeses, Artikaas Gouda changes with age. Younger cheeses offer a mild, approachable flavor and soft, creamy texture, while aged varieties develop deeper notes, richer complexity, and a more robust finish.
While Artikaas has deep roots in classic Gouda, the brand’s portfolio has grown far beyond its original offerings. The company began with traditional styles including red Gouda, smoked cheeses, aged cheeses, and Pareggio—a unique blend inspired by both Parmesan and Gouda. Today, Artikaas also produces goat’s milk Gouda, sheep’s milk Gouda, Baby Swiss, and a variety of flavored cheeses that showcase the versatility of Dutch cheesemaking.
The brand’s Youngsters line highlights approachable, younger cheeses aged four to six weeks, offering a fresh and flavorful introduction to Gouda. For those looking for something with more depth, Vintage Lot features carefully aged Gouda with a more developed flavor profile, while Hay There celebrates the character of raw milk Gouda.
Artikaas has also embraced bold flavor combinations with its flavored Gouda collection, including varieties such as Togarashi Gouda, Peppadew Gouda, Mesquite BBQ Gouda, Jalapeño Gouda, and Gochujang Gouda. These cheeses bring global flavors to a traditional Dutch style, creating options that fit everything from casual snacking to creative cheese boards.
By honoring generations of Dutch cheesemaking while continuing to experiment with new styles and flavors, Artikaas shows why Gouda remains one of the world’s most versatile cheeses. It’s a cheese with centuries of history—and plenty of room for reinvention.