Delicious on its own, even better with a partner
The great tastes of Henning Cheese can be enjoyed simply as a standalone or with bread and crackers, but an even better way to appreciate them is with the perfect pairings. Wines, beers, snacks – we’ve curated the below suggestions for you to try. But while we know our cheese, you know your palate so if there’s another combination you’ve found that works, let us know. We’re always on the lookout for new ways to enjoy our cheese.
Mild Cheddar
Wines: Pinot Gris, Rosé, Chardonnay, Merlot
Other Pairings: Apple Cider or Hard Cider, Pale Lagers, IPA & Pilsners
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Focaccia, Fig Jam, Raw Honey, Cashews, Apples, Grapes, Pears
Recipe Suggestions: Savory Hand Pies, Grilled Cheese, Mac & Cheese
Medium Cheddar
Wines: Cabernet Sauvignon
Other Pairings: Apple Cider or Hard Cider, Ambers, Porters
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Apples, Grapes, Pears, Raw Honey, Nuts, Buttery Crackers
Recipe Suggestions: Shirred Eggs, Hash Browns, Veggie Dish, Biscuits
Aged Cheddar
Wines: Riesling, Chardonnay, Champagne, Syrah & Pinot Noir
Other Pairings: Brandy or Whiskey Old Fashioned, Mimosa, Cider, Bourbon
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Dates, Fig Jam, Raw Honey, Dried Cherries, Hearty Crackers, Pumpernickel Bread
Recipe Suggestions: Egg Strata, Cheesy Soups, Scones, Biscuits
Extra Sharp Cheddar
Wines: Port, Cabernet Sauvignon
Other Pairings: Brandy or Whiskey Old Fashioned, Ambers, Porters
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Raw Honey, Apples, Dried Cherries, Hot Pepper Jam, Dijon Mustard, Pumpernickle, Hearty Crackers
Colby
Wines: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Zinfandel, Riesling
Other Pairings: Hard Cider, Lagers, Tequila, Rye Whiskey
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Tea Cookies, Cashews, Strawberries, Apples, Butter Crackers, Rye Bread
Recipe Suggestions: Breakfast Pizza, Quiche, Fondue, Grilled Cheese
Colby Jack
Wines: Chardonnay, Riesling
Other Pairings: Hard Cider, Lagers
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Sesame Sticks, Cashews, Butter Crackers, Apples, Strawberries
Recipe Suggestions: Stromboli, Nachos, Pizza, Grilled Cheese
Monterey Jack
Wines: Merlot
Other Pairings: Hard Cider
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Bacon Onion Jam, French Bread & Butter Crackers
Recipe Suggestions: Huevos Ranchero, Tacos, Cheesy Soups, Mushroom Strudel, Queso Dip
Pepper Jack
Wines: Moscato
Other Pairings: Bloody Mary or Virgin Mary
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Bread Sticks, Strawberries, Raspberries, Crackers, Olives
Recipe Suggestions: Quiche, Queso Dip, Tacos, Enchiladas, Dripping Beef Sandwiches
Habanero Jack
Wines: Gewurtztraminer
Other Pairings: Bloody Mary or Virgin Mary
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Milk Chocolate, Bacon or Pancetta, Strawberries & Crackers
Recipe Suggestions: Queso Dip, Tacos, Nachos, Burgers
Apple Cheddar
Wines: Riesling
Other Pairings: Cosmopolitan
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Bacon, Pecans, Walnuts, Caramel, Butter Crackers, Apples, Pears, Raw Honey, Shortbread Cookies
Recipe Suggestions: Breakfast Crepe, Bacon Grilled Cheese, Apple Pie, Stuffed Pork Chops
Bacon Cheddar
Wines: Malbec
Other Pairings: Bourbon, Octoberfest
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Apples, Stone Ground Mustard, Hearty Crackers, Pickles
Recipe Suggestions: Stuffed Baby Bellas, Gourmet Burgers, Eggs, Potatoes, Grilled Cheese
Bacon Fest Cheddar
Wines: Malbec
Other Pairings: Octoberfest
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Stone Ground Mustard, Hearty Crackers, Pickles
Recipe Suggestions: Potato Salad, Burgers, Brats, Panini
Blazing Buffalo Cheddar
Wines: Riesling
Other Pairings: Bloody Mary or Virgin Mary
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Pita Chips, Celery, Nuts, Popcorn, Dried Tropical Fruits
Recipe Suggestions: Chicken Salad, Deviled Eggs, Fajitas, Dripping Beef Sandwiches, Barbeque Chicken
Blueberry Cobbler Cheddar
Wines: Champagne or Petite Syrah
Other Pairings: Hot Black Tea, Gimlet
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Milk Chocolate, Almonds, Berries, Pecans, Graham Crackers, Shortbread Cookies
Recipe Suggestions: Cut into Sticks and Dipped in Chocolate, Pancakes, Scones
Chipotle Cheddar
Wines: Rosé or Zinfandel
Other Pairings: Cranberry Vodka
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Tart Cherry Jam, Grilled Pineapple, Corn Chips, Salsa
Recipe Suggestions: Deep Fried Cheese Cubes, Tacos, Nachos, Quesadillas, Dripping Beef Sandwiches
Cranberry Cheddar
Wines: Rose Champagne
Other Pairings: Whiskey Sour
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Hot Pepper Jelly, Pistachios, Macadamia Nuts, Shortbread Cookies, Milk Chocolate, Pecans, Apples, Oranges or Dried Pineapple
Recipe Suggestions: Turkey Pinrolls or Sliders, Chicken Salad, Stuffed Pork Chops
Dragon’s Breath Cheddar
Wines: Gewurztraminer
Other Pairings: Bloody Mary or Virgin Mary, Sangria, Margarita
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Milk Chocolate, Dried Pineapple, Dried Mango, Salsa & Tortilla Chips
Recipe Suggestions: Beer Dip, Burgers, Brats, Tacos
Garlic & Dill Cheddar
Wines: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Riesling or Sparkling Wine
Other Pairings:
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Spinach Artichoke Dip, Smoked Salmon, Butter Cracker
Recipe Suggestions: Pasta Salads, Mashed Potatoes, Egg Bakes, Corn Dishes
Hatch Chile Cheddar
Wines: Moscato or Riesling
Other Pairings: Tequila, Pale Ales or Lagers
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Cucumbers, Salsa & Tortilla Chips
Recipe Suggestions: Fondue, Mac & Cheese, Eggs, Quesadillas, Risotto
Louisiana Lagniappe Cheddar
Wines: Champagne or Prosecco
Other Pairings: Iced Tea, Pilsners, Pale Ales or Lagers
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Carrots, Celery, Cornbread, Shrimp, Sushi, Buttery Crackers
Recipe Suggestions: Mac & Cheese (with or without seafood), Potatoes (prepared any way!), Chicken or Shrimp Alfredo Pizza, Grits, Risotto
Maple Bourbon Cheddar
Wines: Pinot Noir
Other Pairings: Dark Roast Coffee, Bourbon
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Butter Cookies, Mixed Nuts, Candied Pecans, Caramel Corn, Dark Chocolate, Graham Crackers, Shortbread Cookies
Recipe Suggestions: Buttermilk Biscuits, Ham Sliders, Sweet Potatoes, Pulled Pork
Mango Fire Cheddar
Wines: Gewurztraminer
Other Pairings: Margarita
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Salsa, Toritlla or Corn Chips, Dried Tropical Fruit
Recipe Suggestions: Roasted Corn Dip, Chili, Fish Tacos, Brats or Burgers, Nachos
Mediterranean Sunset Cheddar
Wines: Albarino from Portugal or Pinot Noir
Other Pairings: Pilsner
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Bagel Chips, Pepperoni, Salami, Tapenade, French Bread, Olives, Sun Dried Tomatoes or Fresh Cherry Tomatoes
Recipe Suggestions: Lasagna, Muffuletta, Braised Fennel, Bruschetta Skewers, Risotto
Onion & Chive Cheddar
Wines: Muscadet or Trebbiano
Other Pairings:
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Flatbread, Dijon Mustard, Dried Salami, Herbed Crackers, Pickles
Recipe Suggestions: Risotto, Potatoes (served any way), Spanakopita, ALL Egg Dishes
Peppercorn Cheddar
Wines: Pinot Noir
Other Pairings: Amber or Darker Beers
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Raspberry Jam, French Bread, Pickles, Pancetta, Summer Sausage
Recipe Suggestions: Beef Carpaccio, French Onion Soup, Beef Wellington, Risotto, Creamy Coleslaw
Pico de Queso Cheddar
Wines: Albariño, Vinho Verde, Pinot Gris, Dry Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc
Other Pairings: Tequila
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Dried Tropical Fruit, Herbed Crackers, Tortilla Chips & Salsa
Recipe Suggestions: Tostadas, Tamales, Quesadillas, Potatoes
Pumpkin Spice Cheddar
Wines: Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay
Other Pairings: Espresso Chai Latte, Moscow Mule, Stouts or Oktoberfest
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Butter Cookies, Candied Pecans, Ginger Snaps or Swedish Thins, Dark Chocolate, Caramel Corn, Graham Crackers, Shortbread Cookies
Recipe Suggestions: Maple Waffles, Muffins, Sweet Potatoes, Monkey Bread
Simply Strawberry Cheddar
Wines: Prosecco or Sparkling Wine
Other Pairings: Lemonade, Mimosa, Mojito
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Coconut Chips, Macadamia Nuts, Almonds, Berries, White Chocolate, Shortbread Cookies
Recipe Suggestions: Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding; Cut into sticks & dipped into white or milk chocolate
Tequila Lime Cheddar
Wines: Chardonnay (Un-oaked)
Other Pairings: Jalapeno Margarita, Strawberry Daquiri, Pale Lagers
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Chips & Salsa, Dried Tropical Fruit, Macadamia Nuts, Pita Chips
Recipe Suggestions: Caviar, Shrimp or Fish Tacos, Scones
Tomato Basil Cheddar
Wines: Grenache
Other Pairings: Sparkling Water
Nibbles/Charcuterie: Sun Dried Tomatoes, Savory Crackers, Olives, Pickles, Pesto, Peppercorn Crusted Pancetta
Recipe Suggestions: Bruschetta Skewers, Lasagna, Risotto