Frequently Asked Questions

Are tours of your factory available?

Walking tours inside our facilities are prohibited due to sanitary concerns. At each facility, we have a large viewing window where you can watch the cheese being made as well as a 10 minute video explaining the cheese making process. Directions to our Grafton and Brattleboro locations.

If pre-arranged, groups can enjoy a complimentary visit from one of Grafton’s cheese makers who will explain the process of cheese making, while the observing the cheese making through the viewing window. Advance reservations are necessary. To arrange a bus or other group tour, please call us at 800-472-3866.

Can I freeze the cheese?

In general freezing cheese is not recommended. Texture and flavor are altered during the freezing process. If you MUST freeze the cheese we suggest shredding it first and wrapping it in air tight zip-lock freezer bags. Cheese that has been frozen can still be used for cooking with little or no flavor change.

How should Grafton Cheddars be served?

Always bring cheddar to room temperature before cutting or serving; this allows for maximum flavor. Cheddar goes very nicely with crusty breads, pear slices, grapes, olives and apples. For wine and beer pairings, click here. For recipes using our cheddars, click here.

Do you have a store at your cheese making facilities?

Yes! Both our locations feature retail stores offering all our cheddars (samples, too) along with other great Vermont products. Learn more about visiting our locations. 

Where can I find Grafton Village Cheese near me?

Please take a look at our page titled Where to Find Grafton Cheddar by clicking here. If you don’t find your location, please give us a call at 800-472-3866 and we will do our best to help you.

Where does Grafton Village Cheese get its milk from?

We get our premium milk from over 25 small family farms in Southern Vermont.  We focus on Jersey cow’s milk because of its high components of protein and milkfat, which is perfect for Grafton Cheddar.

Do you sell cheese curds?

We sell fresh cheese curds in our retail stores on the first Friday of every month. It’s a first come, first serve method over the weekend.

I am lactose – intolerant. Can I eat Grafton cheddar?

Aged cheeses have very little to no lactose, including cheddar. Though, we do recommend that you take your doctor's advice before including dairy products into your diet if lactose-intolerant.

I am pregnant, can I eat your cheese?

According to FDA standards, our cheese is considered a raw milk product. Since our cheeses are aged for more than 60 days, they meet raw milk cheese regulations for consumption. Though, we do recommend that you take your doctor's advice before eating raw milk cheeses if you are pregnant.

How much milk does it take to make one pound of cheese?

About 10 pounds of milk
~8.5 lbs of milk = 1 gallon