{"product_id":"cheddar-black-garlic-peppercorn","title":"Cheddar Black Garlic Peppercorn","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrafted by the Henning family in Kiel, Wisconsin—a creamery with over a century of award-winning heritage—this isn't your average flavored cheddar. It starts with Henning's world-renowned white cheddar base, which is then transformed with the addition of fermented Black Garlic and cracked Black Peppercorns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike raw garlic, black garlic is aged under specialized heat and humidity, resulting in a sweet, balsamic-like flavor with a deep \"umami\" richness. When paired with the subtle heat of peppercorns and a creamy Wisconsin cheddar, it creates a sophisticated profile that is both savory and slightly sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth, creamy, and firm. The cheddar provides a consistent melt, while the cracked peppercorns offer a very slight, occasional crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complex journey for the palate. It leads with a savory, earthy umami from the black garlic, followed by the sharpness of the cheddar and a gentle heat from the peppercorns. It is deeply savory without being overwhelmingly \"garlicky.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍷 Sip\u003c\/strong\u003e: A robust Cabernet Sauvignon, a dark Stout or Porter, or a Dirty Martini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥖 Chew\u003c\/strong\u003e: Usinger's Pepperoni Sticks, roasted almonds, or savory fig jam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍴 Make\u003c\/strong\u003e: The ultimate gourmet burger topper! Try it melted over a medium-rare ribeye or grated into a savory mushroom risotto.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henning's Cheese","offers":[{"title":"8oz","offer_id":51401366307047,"sku":"1228","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/2377\/3499\/files\/Hennings-Black-Garlic-Peppercorn-Cheddar-WBG.png?v=1774886469","url":"https:\/\/www.wisconsincheesemart.com\/products\/cheddar-black-garlic-peppercorn","provider":"Wisconsin Cheese Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}