CheeseMaker Cultures, Molds, Herbs & Additives |
The following cultures can be used with raw cow, goat or sheep milk.
Or use skim plus cream from your local store. Read the information for each culture.
This will help you understand which culture(s) you will need for your cheese.
After receiving, store dry cultures in the freezer.
After receiving, store liquid rennet in the refrigerator.
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Camembert-Brie-Blue Cheese Making Starter Culture Packets |
- Resupply of 2 Camembert/Brie
CheeseMaker
Dry Cultures
(freeze-dried direct set)
Mesophilic Starter, Dry Calf Rennet, Penicillium Candidum and
Geotrichum Candidum to make 4 Camembert cheeses. These packets are premeasured and easy to use. Their per cheese cost though is much higher than using the cultures listed below in individual packets. If you are considering making these cheeses consistantly, you may want to purchase the below listed cultures which have a much lower per cheese cost.
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- Resupply of 2 Blue
CheeseMaker Dry Cultures
(freeze-dried direct set)
Mesophilic Starter, Dry Calf Rennet, Penicillium
Roqueforti to make 4 blue cheeses. These packets are premeasured and easy to use. Their per cheese cost though is much higher than using the cultures listed below in individual packets. If you are considering making these cheeses consistantly, you may want to purchase the below listed cultures which have a much lower per cheese cost.
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Mesophilic Cultures |
- Mesophilic Starter Series MM100,101 (125 doses)
(LL) Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis
(LLC) Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris
(LLD) Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis biovar diacetylactis
(freeze-dried direct set)
This packet will acidify approximately 530 gal. (2000 liters of milk). Use 1/8 tsp. per 1 gallon(3.7liters), 1/4 tsp. per 2-5 gallons(7.5-18.9 liters) 1/2 tsp. per 5-10 gallons(18.9-38 liters). This culture can also be used to make Camembert/Brie,Blue cheese, Mozzarella, Ricotta, Chevre and others.
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- Mesophilic Starter Series MD 88-89 (125 doses)
LLD) Lactococccus lactis subsp. biovar diacetylactis
(freeze-dried direct set)
This packet will acidify approximately 150 gal. (567 liters of milk). Use 1/8 tsp. per 1 gallon(3.7liters), 1/4 tsp. per 2-5 gallons(7.5-18.9 liters) 1/2 tsp. per 5-10 gallons(18.9-38 liters) This culture will add a buttery flavor to your Camembert/Brie. Must be used along with another Mesophilic starter). This culture can also be used for blue and chevre.
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- Mesophilic Starter Series MA11 (125 doses)
(LL) Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis
(LLC) Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris
(freeze-dried direct set)
This packet will acidify approximately 370 gal. (1400 liters of milk).Use 1/8 tsp. per 1 gallon(3.7liters), 1/4 tsp. per 2-5 gallons(7.5-18.9 liters) 1/2 tsp. per 5-10 gallons(18.9-38 liters)This culture will add a milder flavor to your Camembert/Brie). Can also be used to make Cheddar, Colby, Montery Jack, Blue cheese, Feta, Chevre and others.
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$19.97 |
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- Mesophilic Starter Series MA 4000-4001
(Two Sizes Available: 5 & 25 doses)
(LL) Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis
(LLC) Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris
(LLD) Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis biovar diacetylactis
(ST) Streptococcus thermophilus
(freeze-dried direct set)
Used for a variety of hard and semi-hard cheeses including Roquefort, Cambozola, Castello Blue, Colby, Cheddar and Brick cheeses with all types of milk. lso excellent for Camembert & Brie. The MA 4000 series blends both standard mesophilic lactic acid cultures plus a S. thermophilis for quicker acid production during cheesemaking. The 25 dose packet will innoculate 325 gal.(1250 liters) of milk. The 5 dose packet will innoculate 65 gal. (250 liters) of milk. Use 1/8 tsp. per 1 gallon(3.7liters), 1/4 tsp. per 2-5 gallons(7.5-18.9 liters) 1/2 tsp. per 5-10 gallons(18.9-38 liters)
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$19.97
25 doses
$6.97
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- Flora Danica-Mesophilic Starter (20 grams)
(freeze-dried direct set)
(LL) Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis
(LLC) Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris
(LLD) Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis biovar diacetylactis
(LMC) Leuconostoc mesenteroides subsp. cremoris
For making goats milk cheese, Havarti, Baby Swiss, Gouda, Edam, Blue, Goats Milk Cheese, buttermilk/sour cream, cream cheese,Crème Fraiche & cultured butter. Use 1/8 tsp. per 1 gallon(3.7liters), 1/4 tsp. per 2-5 gallons(7.5-18.9 liters) 1/2 tsp. per 5-10 gallons(18.9-38 liters). This packet will acidify approximately 100 gal. (378 liters of milk). Allow 18-20 min. at 70f (21c) to acidify to a pH of 4.60-4.70. Can be used to make Camembert/Brie but you must use another Mesophilic starter culture also.Using Flora Danica will give the cheese a buttery flavor..
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Thermophilic Cultures |
- Thermophilic Starter Series TA60,61,62 (50 doses)
(ST) Streptococcus thermophilus
(freeze-dried direct set)
For making hard, Italian & Swiss cheeses like Parmesan, Romano, Provolone, Mozzarella & Emmental/Swiss. Use 1/8 tsp. per 1 gallon(3.7liters), 1/4 tsp. per 2-5 gallons(7.5-18.9 liters) 1/2 tsp. per 5-10 gallons(18.9-38 liters). This packet will acidify approximately 370 gal. (1400 liters of milk). (will add a milder flavor to your Camembert/Brie and allow for longer aging).
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- LH Series (20 doses)
(LH) Lactobacillus helveticus
(LBL) Lactobacillus lactis
(freeze-dried direct set)
Used in combination with TA culture for hard cheese, Italian types and Swiss. Use 1/8 tsp. per 1 gallon(3.7liters), 1/4 tsp. per 2-5 gallons(7.5-18.9 liters) 1/2 tsp. per 5-10 gallons(18.9-38 liters).This packet will acidify approximately 370 gal. (1400 liters of milk).
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Rennet |
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$19.97 |
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SPECIAL 3 FOR ONE PRICE ON MICROBIAL RENNET |
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- Vegetable
Rennet Tablets
Microbial coagulant from Rhizomucor miehei.
Totally anima byproduct free. Gluten and wheat flour free. Use 1/2 tablet for 2 gallons(7.5 liters) of milk. Easy to break tablets. Dissolve in a little water before adding to milk.
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$5.97
8 tablets
$10.97
16 tablets
$18.97
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- Vegetarian Liquid
Rennet
Double strength microbial rennet derived from Mucor miehei.
Available in 1/2 oz, 1 oz., 4 oz.(14.7ml, 29.5 ml, 118.2 ml) and 1 pint (.43 liter) convenient squeeze bottles. Double strength microbial "vegetable" rennet derived from Mucor Miehei and sodium chloride. Conforms to organic standards. 1/4 tsp. (1.2 ml) will coagulate 2 gal. (7.5l) of milk.
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$5.97
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$12.97
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$38.97
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- Animal Liquid
Rennet
A blend of fermented chymosin and
animal
enzymes. Performs identically to calf rennet.
Available in 1/2 oz, 1 oz., 4 oz.(14.7ml, 29.5 ml, 118.2 ml) and 1 pint (.43 liter) convenient squeeze bottles.A blend of fermented chymosin and animal enzymes. Performs identically to calf rennet with the cost advantages of fermented chymosin. Natural calf rennet contains approximately 85-90% chymosin, the remaining is other naturally occuring enzymes. 1/2 tsp. (2.4 ml) will coagulate 2 gal. (7.5l) of milk.
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$5.97
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$12.97
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$38.97
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Swiss Cheese Culture |
- Proprionibacteria-available in three sizes (6 gram packet, 25 gram packet and 100 gram packet).
(PS) Proprionibacteria freudenreichii subsp. shermanii
(freeze-dried direct set)
For making swiss cheese. This culture is used primarily for the eye formation, aroma, and flavor production in Swiss type cheeses. Must be used along with a Thermophilic culture. The six gram packet will work with 66 gal.(250 liters) of milk. The 25 gran packet will work with 265 gal. (1000 liters) of milk. Use 1/32nd tsp(.00625g) for 8 gal.(30 liters) of milk. Use 1/64th tsp. for 1-4 gal. of milk.
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$7.97
6 grams
$21.97
25 grams
$51.97
100 grams
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Molds For Camembert-Brie-Blue & Other Soft Rind Ripened Cheeses |
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Penicillum Candidum
(freeze-dried)
This packet will make approximately 300 Camembert/Brie cheeses. Use 1/32nd-1/16th tsp.
(.14g-.07g) for 1-5 gal.(3.75liters-19 liters) of milk.
You will also need to use Geo. Candidum, Mesophilic Starter and Rennet.
If you're spraying this mold onto your cheese, don't forget a convenient Small Spray Bottle on our
Supplies page. 
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$18.97 |
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- Penicillium
Roqueforti PV (1.5 grams)
(freeze-dried)
Very fast growing blue culture with strong tolerance to salt. Used to make Blue cheese including Danablu, Roquefort and strong Gorgonzola. Characteristic properties are the very piquant aroma and a very good creamy consistency. This packet will make approximately 300 Blue
cheeses. Use 1/32nd-1/16th tsp.(.14g-.07g) for 1-5 gal.(3.75liters-19 liters) of milk. You will also need to use Mesophilic Starter and Rennet.
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$14.97 |
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- Penicillium
Roqueforti PJ (1.5 grams)
(freeze-dried)
Medium-fast growing blue culture used to make a milder Blue cheese including Roquefort.Characteristic properties are the very piquant aroma and a slighty tough consistency, longer shelf life; excellent for hard blue cheese. This packet will make approximately 300 Blue
cheeses. Use 1/32nd-1/16th tsp.(.14g-.07g) for 1-5 gal.(3.75liters-19 liters) of milk. You will also need to use either Mesophilic or Thermophilic Starter and Rennet.
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Lipase Powders |
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Lipase Powder-Mild LP
600 - 2 oz. /56.6 grams.)
Use along with Mesophilic and
Rennet. LP600 Lipase Powder will add a MILD flavor to your cheese.
For making Mozzarella, Asiago, Provolone,Feta and Blue cheese.
Use 1/4 tsp.(.014g) per 3 gal.(11 liters) of milk.
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B-Linens-Creme Fraiche-Kefir |
- B-Linens (2 doses)
(LR)Brevibacterium linens (orange color)
(freeze-dried direct set)
This 'red culture' will produce an orange-yellow color on surface of brick, Limburger and other washed rind and smear cheeses. This packet will work with (528 gal.(2000 liters) of milk. Can also be sprayed onto Camembert/Brie for an added flavor. Dissolve an appropriate (just a very teeny tiny amount) amount in water and spray onto the cheese.
If you're spraying this mold onto your cheese, don't forget a convenient Small Spray Bottle on our
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- Crème Fraiche Dry Culture
(Flora Danica) (freeze-dried direct set)
Use half & half or heavy cream. Add 1/16-1/8th tsp. (.14g-.28g) to ½ gal.(1.8 liters).Combine well in glass jar and cover. Keep at 70f (21c) for 8-24 or until thickened. Stir well & refrigerate. Use within 10 days. This packet will acidify approximately 100 gal. (378 liters of milk). Allow 18-20 min. at 70f (21c) to acidify to a pH of 4.60-4.70.
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- Kefir Dry Culture 8 grams
(freeze-dried direct set)
Heat milk to 180f (82c) & hold for 30 minutes.
Cool milk to 72-74f (22-23c) & add 1/7th. of the packet to 1 1/3 rd.gal.(5 liters) of milk. Stir well and hold at 72-74f for 12-16 hours. Refrigerate. For added body add ½ cup (110g) powdered milk). This packet will make 9.2 gallons (35 liters) of Kefir.
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Citric and Tartaric Acid |
- Citric Acid
2 oz.(56.6 grams) or 8 oz.(226.7 grams)
Citric acid is used in making Ricotta, Mozzarella and other fresh cheeses.
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$4.97
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- Tartaric Acid
2 oz.(56.6 grams) or 8 oz.(226.7 grams)
Tartaric acid can be used to make Mascarpone, a very creamy cheese often used in desserts. It can be sweetened and be mixed with chocolate sauce or other flavors. Tiramisu is one such dessert using Mascarpone.
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2 oz.
$4.97
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Cheese Coloring |
- Cheese Coloring (yellow-orange) 1 oz. (29.5 ml)
Just a couple drops will give your cheese a mild yellow-orange color, perfect for white hard cheeses. Color Intensity 4.10-4.70 (FCC absorbance test). Water soluble. This is an all natural product produced from the seeds of the annatto tree, Bixa orellana.
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Calcium Chloride |
- Calcium Chloride
(five convenient sizes)
1/2 oz.(14.75 ml)
1oz.(29.5 ml)
4 oz.(118 ml)
8 oz.(236 ml)
1 pint (.43 liter)
Calcium Chloride will help milk coagulate better, especially when using milk which may be low in milk solids and/or over heated. Or if using goat's milk or store bought milk. Use ¼ tsp. (1.2ml) per 2 gal.(7.5l) of milk. Add calcium chloride when adding rennet.
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1/2 oz.
14.75 ml
$7.97
1 oz.
29.5 ml
$10.97
4 oz.
118 ml
$16.97
8 oz.
236 ml
$24.97
1 pint
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Cheese Making Herbs |
These herbs and spices are imported from Holland and are specially prepared for use in cheesemaking. You can mix them into cheese curds to enhance flavour of both soft and hard cheese.
Or you can sprinkle them on top of your aging cheese. Available in 2 & 8 oz. bags. We suggest using a small amount so you don't overwhelm the natural flavor of the cheese.
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Microbial analysis: zero tolerance for moulds and spores.
Suggested Rate of use:
1 oz.(28g) for 6 lbs.(2.7kg) of cheese. |
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- Herbs de Provence Blend
Basil, Rosemary, Thyme, Tarragon, Oregano, Fennel & Lavender.
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- Onion Herb Blend
Onion, Garlic & Paprika.
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- Peppercorn Herb Blend
Green Peppercorn, Onion & Red Pepper.
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- Chive Herb Blend
Chives, Parsley, Onion & Garlic.
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