Crafted by Milwaukee's own Hill Valley Dairy, Alina is an award-winning, cave-aged Alpine-style cheese with a natural rind. Named after the word for "sun" or "light," this artisan wheel is made in small batches using pure cow milk sourced directly from the cheesemaker's family farm in East Troy. Cheesemaker Ron Henningfeld uses traditional techniques to age the cheese, allowing it to develop a subtle complexity that nods to classic European mountain cheeses with a distinct Wisconsin character. Texture: Firm and smooth with a dense bite typical of cave-aged hard cheeses. Flavor: Lightly semi-sweet and earthy with subtle oaky notes, hints of sea salt, and a gentle grassy finish. Perfect Pairings: 🍷 Sip: Crisp Pilsner, ginger beer, or an amaretto coffee. 🥖 Chew: Black truffle almonds, orange marmalade, or red rice crackers. 🍴 Make: Melt over roasted root vegetables or slice thin for an elevated Alpine-inspired fondue.
