Traditional, artisanal Dutch Gouda cheese from Holland in Spain.
Artisanal Dutch Gouda Cheese: Genuine traditional Gouda in Spain
Craxi queso is a cheese shop in Malaga, Spain specializing in artisanal Gouda cheese from Holland. Most people have heard of Gouda cheese or have eaten it, but do they know all the ins and outs?
The history of Gouda cheese is very interesting. This popular cheese is the third most consumed cheese in the world.
In the Netherlands, 650 million kilos of Gouda cheese are produced every year. Most of it is produced industrially from pasteurised milk, but there are still 280 farmers throughout the country who produce the classic artisanal Gouda cheese from raw milk.
Overview of the most consumed cheeses in the world.
- Mozzarella.
- Parmesan.
- Gouda.
- Cheddar
To delve deeper into this, let’s first distinguish between industrial Gouda cheese and artisanal Gouda (boerenkaas) cheese.
Industrial Gouda versus artisanal Dutch Gouda
The main difference between industrial and artisanal Dutch Gouda:
- Industrial – Made with pasteurized milk.
- Artisanal – Made with raw milk.
Gouda is one of the world’s most famous cheeses, but there are important differences between “generic” Gouda-style cheeses made worldwide and the protected Dutch versions Gouda Holland (industrial) and Artisanal Gouda (Boerenkaas).
✅ In short:
- Generic Gouda → Industrial, made worldwide, milder and less complex.
- Gouda Holland → Industrial, but must be made in the Netherlands with Dutch milk, more authentic flavor.
- Gouda Artisanal → Traditional farmhouse raw-milk Gouda, artisanal, deeply flavorful, and truly tied to Dutch countryside.
If you’re wondering why this well-known cheese, originally from Holland, can be produced all over the world, the answer is simple: “Gouda” is not a protected name!
Here’s a clear side-by-side comparison of the three types of Gouda:
| Feature | Industrial Gouda Worldwide | Industrial Gouda Netherlands | Artisanal Gouda (Boerenkaas) Netherlands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milk source | Cow’s milk from anywhere, pasteurized & standardized | Dutch cow’s milk, pasteurized | Raw milk (mostly cow, sometimes goat/sheep/buffalo) from the farm’s own herd |
| Production scale | Large, industrial, global factories | Large, industrial, but within the Netherlands | Small-scale, artisanal, individual farms |
| Regulation / Protection | “Gouda” is generic; no EU protection | Protected names possible: Gouda Holland (PGI), Noord-Hollandse Gouda (PDO) | Gouda Artisanal, Boerenkaas (TSG) – strict EU protection, raw milk required |
| Flavor | Mild, creamy, slightly sweet; uniform | Ranges from mild to nutty & complex depending on age | Much more intense, complex, farm-specific; flavors vary by farm and season |
| Texture | Soft to semi-hard, smooth | Semi-hard; can age into crumbly, crystalline textures | Variable; younger cheeses creamy, older ones dense & crystalline |
| Aging | Typically young (4–12 weeks) | From jong (young, 4 weeks) to overjarig (1+ years) | Same range, but with more depth of flavor from raw milk |
| Tradition | Modern global cheese, Gouda-style only | Rooted in Dutch tradition but industrialized | Direct continuation of medieval Dutch farmhouse methods |
| Availability | Supermarkets worldwide | Widely available, especially in Europe | Rare, ~± 280 Dutch cheese farms still make it |
| Price | Usually inexpensive | Moderate, varies by age | Premium, artisanal pricing |
Why choose our artisanal Dutch farmer’s cheese?
Don’t settle for industrial Gouda cheeses. Make the leap to artisanal and discover the true taste of authentic Dutch farmer’s cheese!
- Made on a traditional Dutch cheese farm using artisan methods
- 100% pure cow’s milk from grass-fed cows
- Varieties for every taste – young, aged, smoked, or herb-infused
- Rich in calcium and protein, perfect for a healthy diet
- Versatile and delicious – enjoy it on its own, with wine, or in your favorite recipes
Where can you buy artisanal Gouda cheese in Spain?
Not in Malaga? Order our Dutch farmer’s cheese online in our webshop. Refrigerated cheese delivery to your home across the entire peninsula.
Location and opening hours of our Craxi cheese shops in Málaga
Dutch farmer’s cheese shop in Malaga – Craxi Queso:
CRAXI QUESO: Mercado de la Merced, Stall 14.
ADDRESS: Calle la Merced, 4, Centro District, 29012 Málaga, Spain.
Phone: +34 624 48 57 73
Email: Contact form
Opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Dutch farmer’s cheese shop in Malaga – Craxi Queso:
CRAXI QUESO: Mercado de Huelin, Stalls 7-8.
ADDRESS: Calle la Hoz, 37, Carretera de Cádiz, 29002 Málaga, Spain.
Phone: +34 624 48 57 73
Email: Contact form
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Craxi Queso in Spain ensuring Dutch quality and authenticity
Discover a taste of true tradition at our specialty cheese shop in Málaga, where passion meets authenticity. With two locations in the heart of the city, we bring to Spain one of the Netherlands’ most celebrated treasures: Gouda artisanal Cheese made exclusively from raw cow’s milk.
What makes our cheese unique is its heritage. Recognized by the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed (TSG), this Dutch farmer’s cheese can only be produced on farms using milk from the farm’s own cows, following age-old methods passed down through generations. Unlike industrial cheeses, each wheel is crafted by hand, giving it a depth of flavor that reflects both the land and the craftsmanship behind it.
Our Craxi cheese shops in Málaga proudly offer a wide and diverse selection of this Dutch cheese specialty, so that cheese lovers in Spain can discover the full, rich flavor of traditional Dutch Gouda farmer’s cheese. Our farmhouse cheese pairs beautifully with fine wines, in hot or cold dishes, artisanal breads, or enjoyed simply on its own.
Whether you’re a connoisseur or just beginning your journey into artisanal cheeses, our dedicated team is ready to guide you through the flavors and history of this remarkable Dutch tradition—now closer than ever, right here in Málaga, Spain.
Our assortment of authentic Dutch artisanal Gouda cheese in Spain
Gouda cheese natural is available as Mild/young, Semi-cured, Cured, Old, and Extra Old.
Dutch farmer’s cheese natural with the following maturation times:
- 2 months naturally matured cheese.
- 4 months naturally matured cheese.
- 6 months naturally matured cheese.
- 8 months naturally matured cheese.
- 12 months naturally matured cheese.
- 24 months naturally matured cheese.
- 36 months naturally matured cheese.
Smoked cheese:
- Cold-smoked cheese – Semi-cured raw milk smoked cheese.
Unsalted cheese:
Are you following a salt-free diet? – Semi-cured raw milk unsalted cheese.
Build the perfect cheese board or spice up your dishes. Mix different flavours, colors, shapes and textures to build an enticing cheese platter.
Check out our range of cheeses with herbs and spices:
| Cheese with herbs and spices. | Herbs and Spices. |
|---|---|
| Cumin cheese | Cumin seeds |
| Truffle cheese | Black summer truffle |
| Fenugreek cheese | Fenugreek seeds |
| Garlic cheese | Garlic, onion, paprika, ginger, and horseradish |
| Spicy cheese | Chilli peppers |
| Green pesto cheese | Basil, pepper, garlic, oregano leaf, and paprika |
| Red pesto cheese | Chilli peppers, basil, garlic, oregano leaf, pepper, and paprika |
Gouda cheese market in the Netherlands
There is no country in the world where people don’t know Gouda cheese. In fact, it is so well known that most people don’t even know that Gouda is a town in the Netherlands. Gouda has become a brand name.
In the town of Gouda in the Netherlands, there have been cheese markets since the beginning of the 14th century. The raison d’être of this market was that dairy farming was the main livelihood.
The name of this delicious cheese is named after the town where this Dutch gold was traded. Gouda was the centre of the cheese trade; buying, selling, and exporting took place mainly in this town. The name Gouda cheese soon became popular and has remained so ever since.
Some other famous Dutch cheeses that have been made for hundreds of years and that also bear a city name are, for example, Edam and Leyden cheese (Leidse kaas).
Gouda Artisanal – Boerenkaas
- Origin: Boerenkaas literally “farmer’s cheese,” produced on Dutch cheese farms using traditional, small-scale methods.
- Milk Source: Made from raw milk (usually cow, but can also be goat, sheep, or buffalo) from the farm’s own herd.
- Production: Handmade by farmers, using centuries-old artisanal methods.
- Aging: Natural aging on wooden shelves, often longer, producing intense flavors.
- Flavor/Texture: Stronger, more complex, with greater depth of flavor due to the raw milk; much less uniform than industrial Gouda.
- Protection: TSG status ensures it’s farm-produced, raw-milk, and authentically Dutch.
Craxi artisan farmhouse cheese is a cheese that is actually made at a cheese farm in the Netherlands in a traditional, artisanal way. The cheesemaker uses fresh raw milk, directly from the cows. This milk is not heat-treated, as is the case with factory-made cheese. The bacteria still present in this “raw” milk give farmhouse cheese its characteristic and powerful flavour.
Farmer’s cheese never tastes exactly the same. This is because it is a pure natural product. Differences in the feed, the type of soil, the grass, the recipe, and the method of preparation result in the variation in taste.
Artisan Dutch farmer’s cheese is a traditional and authentic product. It is prepared in the traditional way. To a large extent, this is still done by hand. The farmers work with dedication and feeling for the cheese, but with respect for modern hygiene standards.
Dutch (industrial) cheese – Gouda Holland
The Netherlands became famous for its cheese, especially this type of cheese. Since the name “Gouda” was never protected, industrial producers worldwide—from the U.S. to Poland—began making their own versions, often with lower quality. To address this, the EU granted “Gouda Holland” a protected geographical indication in 2010. This label guarantees the cheese is made and matured in the Netherlands with Dutch milk. This Dutch industrial version (pasteurized milk) can be recognized by its EU logo featuring tulips, milk jugs, and windmills.
Traditional Dutch farmer’s cheese
Are you curious and do you want to experience the taste of real authentic Dutch farm cheese?
Visit our Craxi cheese shop in Málaga city or order through our online store.
How to contact Craxi Queso in Málaga
If you have any questions about our Dutch artisanal cheeses, shipping or online cheese order, please feel free to contact us via the contact form on the website or use the WhatsApp button. We will get back to you as soon as possible with an answer.
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