Kasseri

pasta-filata · mixed milk · Greece · $$

Melts beautifully, with a moderately tangy flavor.

Attribute scores

meltability 8/10

sharpness 5/10

creaminess 5/10

firmness 5/10

pungency 3/10

Best cheese wine pairing

Pair Kasseri with a light Italian white like Pinot Grigio, or Prosecco for something sweeter — a mild, milky cheese (creaminess 5) wants a light pour that won't overwhelm it.

Substitutes for Kasseri

Cheese	Why it works
Provolone	similar overall, but more pungency
Caciocavallo	similar overall, but more pungency
Gouda	similar overall, but more creaminess
Herrgårdsost	similar overall, but less sharpness
Scamorza	similar overall, but less sharpness
Emmental	similar overall, but less sharpness