Say Cheese! Honey Transforms CPG Products into…

2024’s cheeses will continue to be delicious, flavorful and versatile. According to the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, consumers will prioritize attention to flavor and the five senses to elevate cheese and compete in the ever-expanding category. What could be a better all-natural flavor to satisfy this demand than honey?

With 3,000 varietals of honey, there are endless possibilities to create cheeses with complex sweetness and balanced flavor profiles. Honey offers a unique sweetness that can complement savory and salty flavors of cheese, creating a delicious contrast.

Flourishing Floral

The exploration of flavors in cheese this year, the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin note, will draw from global interest in botanical flavors such as floral, herbal and spice. Adventurous product developers are using cheese-friendly honeys like wildflower, clover or orange blossom paired with floral, fruity or herbal undertones. The complexity in these products display the perfect nuanced flavors in honey cheeses.