What Is Limburger Cheese?
A semi-soft, smear-ripened cheese famous for its pungent aroma, buttery texture, and earthy, savory taste.
What Does Limburger Cheese Taste Like?
Limburger Cheese has a pungent, earthy, mushroomy, salty, umami, savory taste with very strong, pungent, funky, feet-like aromas.
- Taste
- Pungent, Earthy, Mushroomy, Salty, Umami, Savory
- Texture
- Creamy, Soft, Smooth, Gooey near rind
- Aroma
- Very strong, Pungent, Funky, Feet-like
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Nutrition Facts
Per 1 oz (28g)Chef’s Secret
The pungent rind is part of the experience. Serve Limburger at room temperature to allow its flavors and aromas to fully develop.
Limburger Cheese Substitutes & Ratios
The best substitute for Limburger Cheese is Muenster Cheese, used at a 1:1 ratio. Milder, less pungent, but shares a similar semi-soft texture and slightly savory profile. Good entry point.
| Substitute | Ratio | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Muenster Cheese Best | 1:1 | Milder, less pungent, but shares a similar semi-soft texture and slightly savory profile. Good entry point. |
| Taleggio | 1:1 | Another smear-ripened cheese with a distinct aroma and creamy texture, but perhaps less aggressive than Limburger. |
| Port Salut | 1:1 | French semi-soft cheese, milder smell but rich, buttery taste and smooth texture. |
| Brick Cheese | 1:1 | Especially aged Brick cheese, which can develop a 'brick-like' aroma similar to Limburger, but often less intense. |
How to Choose & Store Limburger Cheese
- Purchase Limburger wrapped tightly to contain its odor.
- Store separately in the refrigerator.
What Pairs Well With Limburger Cheese?
- Rye bread
- dark beer (lager
- stout)
- strong black coffee
- sliced onions
- mustard
- pickles
- crisp apples.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Limburger Cheese taste like?
Pungent, Earthy, Mushroomy, Salty, Umami, Savory Very strong, Pungent, Funky, Feet-like
What is a good substitute for Limburger Cheese?
The best substitute is Muenster Cheese (1:1). Milder, less pungent, but shares a similar semi-soft texture and slightly savory profile. Good entry point.
How do you choose and store Limburger Cheese?
Purchase Limburger wrapped tightly to contain its odor. Store separately in the refrigerator.