Pairing Guides

Cheese is delicious all on its own, but combining various kinds of cheese with meats, fruits, nuts, and other foods creates some amazingly mouth-watering flavors. Learning how to carefully select the right pairings drastically changes the taste of the cheese...

Looking for a way to get into the holiday spirit with all of the flavor and none of the buzz? Cabot is proud to partner with Athletic Brewing Co., a fellow Certified B Corp, to put together the ultimate non-alcoholic beer...

There’s nothing more crowd-pleasing or party-perfect than a well-constructed meat and cheese board. Especially when it’s brimming with salty, succulent strips of cured and smoked meat and wedges of creamy and sharp cheese—especially when it’s our farmers’ award-winning best. Add some crackers,...

With so many delectable spreads out there to choose from, pairing cheeses with jam, mustard, and honey is a great way to unleash your inner chef, let your culinary creativity shine, and discover something delicious. Condiments and spreads pair so...

Pairing apples and cheddar is a win-win no matter which varieties you choose. With all the options out there, we thought a bit of guidance could really help those pairings pop. Every apple variety like every naturally-aged cheddar has slightly different elements of crisp,...

When you think of cheese and vegetables together, you might conjure up uninspired images of dry carrot sticks, under-ripe cherry tomatoes, and old cubed cheese. We say banish that image and get inspired! With some creativity, veggie and cheese pairings...

With seasonal gatherings just around the corner, it’s time to upgrade your charcuterie board with some fresh ideas. Bringing together a gorgeous medley of textures and flavors, pears and cheese are ready to come together and delight your taste buds....

In the mood for something crunchy and salty? Or would you prefer something creamy and smooth? We say, why settle? When you pair nuts and cheese, you get the best of both in a combination that’s guaranteed to delight your...

Herbs and cheese are a classic pairing, a timeless combination savored and enjoyed by cultures around the world. Fresh herbs are ideal when pairing herbs and cheese, but whether you’re using fresh thyme picked from your kitchen garden or that...

A succulent staple in cuisines around the globe, it’s safe to say that fruit and cheese were simply made for each other. Put the juicy sweetness of fresh fruit and the creamy sharpness of our farmers’ best cheeses together and...

It’s hard to imagine what could make great grilled cheese sandwich even more enticing. We submit that a glass of fine wine can! Whether you’re making a grilled cheddar cheese sandwich in your skillet with butter and good bread or you are channeling Rocco diSpirrito or Carla Hall by...

Friends and family gather 'round. It's cozy season, and we invite you to turn your gatherings into an unforgettable flavor-filled experience. The Cabot Sharpness Tasting Sampler is a deliciously simple way to plan a cheese-tasting party, and our resident Cheese Professional &...