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Old Amsterdam combines the creaminess of Gouda cheese with Italian inspiration. This results in a unique, savory flavor with subtly sweet undertones. The brand has created its own category.

The name is a tribute to the city of Amsterdam, where the Westland brothers drew inspiration from the entrepreneurial spirit and worldly influences. The cheese was born from the memory of a unique flavor of an old Amsterdam cheese.

Old Amsterdam aims to create fantastic flavors that transforms everyday moments into unforgettable experiences.

The quality and flavor of Old Amsterdam are essentially the same for both self-service and fresh counter cheese. Both products are similarly packaged (in foil, with the cheese exposed to oxygen) and cut from a wheel.

The difference lies in the timing and who does the slicing. Cheese from the fresh counter is sliced by the retailer and is generally sliced more recently than the self-service cheese, which is pre-sliced by us. This makes fresh counter cheese typically fresher.

Yes, all Old Amsterdam cheeses are made with microbial (vegetarian) rennet and are therefore suitable for vegetarians.

Our Dutch cheese is made from 100% pasture milk, certified by the independent Weidegang Foundation. This means the cows that produce milk for Maaslander and Old Amsterdam spend at least 6 hours a day, 120 days a year, grazing outdoors. Most dairy farms use modern, open barns that allow cows to move freely between indoor and outdoor spaces, promoting animal welfare.

We also adhere strictly to the “Koekompas” standards, ensuring responsible and transparent dairy farming practices.

Cheese trimmings are reused as grated cheese or cream. Products with a short best-before date are donated to food banks.

Dutch cheeses contain so little lactose that the amount is virtually undetectable. Additionally, the longer the cheese ripens, the lower the lactose content becomes, making our Old Amsterdam cheeses almost lactose-free. So you can enjoy worry-free!