Food and cheese lovers now have a definitive list of the best cheeses globally thanks to the food resource website TasteAtlas. After analyzing over 1,300 varieties of cheese and garnering 24,000 user reviews, TasteAtlas announced their picks for the top 100 cheeses.
Taking the #1 spot is the Italian classic Parmigiano Reggiano. Made using raw cow's milk from specific regions in Italy, this cheese is known for its hearty texture and robust yet nuanced flavor profile. Coming in at #2 is another Italian favorite – Mozzarella di Bufala Campana. Created using water buffalo milk, this cheese melts perfectly while delivering a mellow taste.
Among the other top cheeses hailed the #3 Stracchino di Crescinza from Italy. With its subtle creamy and fruity notes, it's a popular spread. Another favorite is #4 Graviera Naxou from Greece, made using a blend of cows, sheep and goat milk for a mild yet complex taste.
Cheese aficionados will also want to seek out #5 Queijo Serra da Estrela from Portugal. Considered the country's oldest cheese, it has an aged yet pleasantly tangy profile. Rounding out the top 10 are Italian Burrata at #6, Pljevaljski Sir from Montenegro at #7, French Reblochon at #8, and Saint-André and Mont d'Or also from France at #9 and #10 respectively.
Whether you prefer mild, bold or creamy varieties, TasteAtlas' guide is sure to help uncover new favorite cheeses. Be sure to reference the list of 100 top cheeses to expand your horizons with regional specialties from around the globe.
