Factory Tour, tastings:
1330 Q St., Arcata, California, USABuy online directly from the producer:
www.goldbelly.com/restaurants/cypress-grove-cheeseExperimental phase: initial rating derived from official awards and critic reviews
American Cheese Society Judging & Competition Awards - 1st Place
2012, 2007
Sgt. Pepper is a unique and flavorful goat cheese produced by Cypress Grove Chevre. This cheese is distinguished by its vibrant, hand-rolled rind covered in a blend of crushed red pepper, cayenne, chili, and paprika, which gives it a distinctive spicy kick.
Cypress Grove is a cheese producer that specializes in goat cheese varieties. The company began with a few goats to provide milk for her children. Cypress Grove gained popularity with its flagship product, Humboldt Fog, a soft-ripened cheese with a distinctive layer of edible ash.