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Best Swiss Food Producers
Hatecke is a family-run butcher shop with a long-standing tradition, located in the heart of the Swiss Alps in the canton of Graubünden. Their philosophy is built on a fusion of artisanal craftsmanship, exceptional meat quality, and a commitment to sustainability.
Hatecke is renowned for its meticulous selection of meat, sourced exclusively from local farms and wild game from the pristine Alpine environment. Their offerings include premium cured meats such as Bündnerfleisch, a traditionally air-dried beef specialty from the region, Salsiz dry sausages, and exclusive cuts of venison and other game meats.
BEST Hatecke Meat Products
Güntensperger Käse is a family-owned Swiss cheese producer with over 130 years of tradition, located in the Bütschwil, Switzerland. Known for its dedication to quality, the company blends time-honored recipes with innovative methods. They offer a wide range of award-winning cheeses, produced from the finest milk sourced from local small farms.
Their commitment to animal welfare and sustainable practices ensures top-quality products. Güntensperger Käse’s selection includes both classic and modern creations, with products available worldwide and in their factory store. Their expertise in the craft is reflected in the consistently high standards of their cheeses, backed by modern aging techniques and regular quality control.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2021

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024, 2023, 2022
BEST Güntensperger Käse Cheeses
Macelleria Zanetti is a family-owned butcher shop from Poschiavo, which has been producing and selling high-quality fresh meat and meat specialties from the Valposchiavo region for over a century. Their tradition of artisanal meat processing combines expertise, experience, and a commitment to natural ingredients, resulting in premium products with an authentic taste.
For generations, the Zanetti family has carefully preserved and refined their recipes, adapting them to modern standards while staying true to tradition. Their selection includes Puschlaver, Bündner, and Italian meat specialties, with the renowned Mortadella di Poschiavo standing out, alongside a wide variety of cured delicacies.
BEST Macelleria Zanetti Meat Products
Walo von Mühlenen specializes in the production and maturation of Swiss cheeses, working with affineurs to age cheeses in optimal conditions. The company highlights traditional methods and regional cheese varieties, maintaining close relationships with small-scale dairies to ensure high-quality products.
They are known for promoting lesser-known Swiss cheeses alongside internationally recognized varieties.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024, 2023, 2022

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2024, 2023, 2022, 2021

International Cheese Awards - Gold
2024, 2023, 2022, 2019
BEST Walo Von Mühlenen Cheeses
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024, 2023, 2022, 2021

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2024, 2023

International Cheese Awards - Gold
2024, 2023, 2022, 2019
BEST Lustenberger & Dürst Cheeses
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2022

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024, 2022
BEST Le Gruyère Cheeses
Seven Seals Innovation, based in Stans, Switzerland, is a pioneering company specializing in the production of whisky and rum. Known for its innovative "Stockhausen" method, the company has revolutionized the maturation process by significantly reducing the time required for spirits to reach their optimal flavor profile.
Seven Seals combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, offering a range of premium products that cater to diverse tastes. Their portfolio includes the Classic Line, featuring finishes such as Amarone, Peated Port, Port, and Sherry Wood, as well as the Zodiac Line, a series of limited editions inspired by the zodiac signs, each with unique flavor profiles.
AWARDS

SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024

The World Whiskey Masters - Gold
2022

European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023
BEST Seven Seals Innovation Spirits
AWARDS

World Championship Cheese Contest - WORLD CHAMPION
2024, 2022, 2020

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024
BEST Mountain Dairy Fritzenhaus Cheeses
L'Etivaz is a traditional Swiss cheese produced exclusively in the high Alpine regions of the Vaud canton, following strictly defined methods that have been passed down for generations. The uniqueness of L'Etivaz AOP lies in its artisanal production process – the milk is heated exclusively over a wood fire in copper cauldrons, giving the cheese its distinctive rich aroma, subtle smoky notes, and full, nutty flavor.
After shaping, the cheeses are aged for at least five months, allowing them to develop complex aromas and a firm yet melt-in-the-mouth texture. L'Etivaz AOP is produced in limited quantities, with an annual production of around 400 tons, making it one of the most exclusive Swiss cheeses.
AWARDS

World Championship Cheese Contest - Best of Class
2024

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2024
BEST L'Etivaz Cheeses
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2023

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024
BEST Käserei Müller Thurgau Cheeses
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Best Swiss Food Products
Le Gruyère Aop Réserve is a high-quality Swiss cheese made by Mountain Dairy Fritzenhaus. This cheese is traditionally crafted in the Alpine regions, known for their pristine environment and rich dairy heritage. It is aged for several months to develop its characteristic nutty and slightly sweet flavor profile, with a firm and dense texture.
The use of raw, unpasteurized milk from cows that graze on lush Alpine meadows contributes to its unique taste and quality, adhering to the strict standards of the AOP (Appellation d'Origine Protégée) designation, which ensures authenticity and excellence.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024

World Championship Cheese Contest - WORLD CHAMPION
2022, 2020
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2021

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2022
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2024, 2023

International Cheese Awards - Gold
2024, 2019
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024

International Cheese Awards - Gold
2024, 2023, 2022
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2023

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2023

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024
Affineur Walo Jura Mountain cheese is a product created by Walo von Mühlenen, a company renowned for its expertise in aging and refining cheeses. The cheese is made from cow's milk and reflects the rich traditions of Swiss cheesemaking. It is aged to develop a complex flavor profile, with creamy and nutty undertones and a smooth texture.
The aging process takes place in specialized facilities to ensure the cheese attains its characteristic depth of flavor and unique aroma.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2023

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024
Gruyère D'alpage Aop Caves De La Tzintre is a traditional Swiss cheese produced by Interprofession du Gruyère. This cheese is a variant of the renowned Gruyère, specifically made from the milk of cows that graze in the high alpine pastures around Vounetz.
The "d'alpage" designation indicates that it is crafted during the summer months when the cows feed on the rich alpine flora, contributing to its distinct flavor profile. Aging takes place in the Caves de la Tzintre, where the cheese develops its characteristic taste and texture.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2022

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2022
Roter Teufel Extra is a distinctive and highly regarded hard cheese produced by Güntensperger Käse in Switzerland. This cheese is known for its intense aroma, which results from a long aging process and high-quality ingredients. Roter Teufel Extra is very intense and spicy, with a rich, creamy texture.
Over time, as it ages, its flavor becomes more pronounced and stronger. It is a cheese for those who enjoy stronger, spicier varieties. The cheese is firm and dense, but it has a slightly crumbly structure, which is characteristic of longer-aged cheeses.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2021

World Cheese Awards - Gold
2024
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold
2022

International Cheese Awards - Gold
2022


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