ABOUT US
HOW VERMONT FARMSTEAD CHEESE COMPANY STARTED
CRAFTED FOR THE CURIOUS
CHEESE IS MIRACULOUS
How else could you start with a single natural source (that’d be milk) and transform it into something that isn’t just wholly delicious on its own, it can also serve as a culinary canvas on which to explore infinite flavor possibilities?
Okay, our enthusiasm may sound a little high-minded, but our cheeses aren’t. They’re deliciously approachable and full of unexpected variety.
We’ve got tried and true favorites like Vermont Cheddar, Brie, and Worldly Lille (pronounced “Lill-lay”) proudly lined up beside adventurous flavors like Cranberry Cheddar, Maple Sriracha Cheddar, and a whole flight’s worth of beer cheeses we’ve collaborated on with beloved brands like Lawson’s Finest Liquid Sips of Sunshine and New Belgium’s Fat Tire Ale.
And we’re not just talking about “subtle notes of Citra hops.” All our flavored cheeses are a balanced partnership that lets the “guest flavor” shine through, whether that’s blueberry or bacon, IPA or amber ale.
OUR VERMONT ROOTS GO DEEP
VERMONT BARN & RAISED
Right down to the soil that nourishes the cows that produce the milk that make the cheese that feed the families…you get the gist.
That philosophy of connectedness was the idea-spark that brought Vermont Farmstead Cheese Company to life back in 2009 when a group of South Woodstock residents got together to preserve a neighbor’s beautiful, bucolic 18-acre dairy farm. The community worked tirelessly to raise enough funds to purchase the land, buildings, and equipment, and eventually became the first community-owned dairy and artisan cheese maker in the state.
Several years down the road (and a handful of awards later), Vermont Farmstead Cheese Company’s success outgrew our capacity to satisfy our cheese-loving customers, so we expanded into a new manufacturing facility, and then another. And while the original farm still operates a small herd of cows, our milk comes from farms throughout the region. And we like it that way, doing our part to sustain Vermont’s dairy traditions, culture, and communities.
From farmers and cheesemakers to packagers and distributors, every Vermont Farmstead Cheese Company product you encounter is a product of many hands working together to share something earnestly real and special.
SERVED WITH A SLICE OF PERSONALITY
CRAFTED FOR THE CURIOUS
Vermont Farmstead cheeses add more fun and flavor to the table, whether you’re leveling-up your picnic game, composing a swanky charcuterie board, or just digging out of the sandwich doldrums.
And here’s the best part: we’ve got so much more up our cheese-sleeves. New collaborations with other producers, unheard of combos that somehow taste like they were made for each other, limited editions that make the most of seasonal flavors (hey, we’d never say never to pumpkin spice).
So whether you’re a long-time fan or a first-time taster, welcome to the Vermont Farmstead way. We’re happy to have you on the journey with us.
OUR FARMERS
TOGETHER WE SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY
Vermont Farmstead is proud to use locally sourced milk and support local dairy farmers. We work with farms that care as much about their cows as much as we care about our cheese.
OUR MISSION
We’re building a business focused on relationships, that allows us to explore our creativity and humanity as we share cheese that’s proudly Vermont.
OUR VALUES
Community
We engage with many different communities. Each one has an important role in how we multiply the impact of our business: When we help one achieve a goal, we are helping them all accomplish something meaningful.
Imagination
Creativity takes what’s known and turns it into something unique. Imagination can take the unknown and create something that no one knew could exist. We play with the edges of this superpower and strive to take our ideas as far as possible.
Uniqueness
We strive to bring an extra dose of fun and a small slice of “quirky” to everything we do. Our customers and partners feel complimented when they experience this “extra” in our interactions and products.
Approachability
We swap the industry awards and accolades for the kinship we create with our customers. We know they simply want a great tasting, familiar cheese, crafted with imagination and unique ingredients that they can feel excited about.
