There are plenty of foods that are such a consistent part of our typical grocery routines that we don’t often stray from the norm. But there are all kinds of food explorations waiting to be had as long as we look for them. One of them is Jewett’s Cheese House in Central New York. The family-owned cheese house ages its own cheddar, and the result is some of the tastiest aged cheese in the region.

Jewett’s Cheese House specializes in aged New York cheddar, with more than 40 different kinds of cheese.

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The cheese is first made by the McCadam Cheese Company in Chateguay, New York. McCadam was founded in 1876 and is now one of the best-known cheese manufacturers in the Northeast.

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At Jewett’s, the aging process begins with a 3-month-old block of cheddar that weighs 44 pounds.

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The Jewett’s Cheese House consists of 44,000 pounds of cheddar, making it one of the largest privately-owned cheddar inventories in the region.

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Cheese, spices and more are all available at Jewett’s Cheese House. Enjoy the scenic area outside Earlville and step inside this unique gem in central New York.

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Some of the cheeses have been named after beloved Jewett family members, such as “Grandad,” “Granny” and “Old Mac.”

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The cheese house will even ship your favorite cheeses right to your house. Jewett’s offers sample boxes of 1.5 pounds and 3 pounds.

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Whether you’re looking for some fantastic cheese or want to peruse the store for jams, jellies, dried fruit and more, Jewett’s is a great stop upstate if you’re planning to visit the area.

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Earlville is also only an hour from Syracuse, and it doesn’t take much longer to get to the Finger Lakes. For anyone who lives in Syracuse and hasn’t yet visited Jewett’s, it might be time for a spontaneous weekend adventure.

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Once you try a few of these unique cheeses, you’ll be ready to plan your next visit.

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Address: 934 Earlville Rd, Earlville, NY 13332, USA