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From aged cheddar to fresh mozzarella, explore the fascinating vocabulary of the cheese world

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In cheese making, what does 'affinage' refer to?

About Cheese Terminology

Cheese Terminology is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. From aged cheddar to fresh mozzarella, explore the fascinating vocabulary of the cheese world A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.

A few sample questions

  1. 1. In cheese making, what does 'affinage' refer to?

    Answer: The art and science of aging and maturing cheese under controlled conditions

  2. 2. What does 'pasteurized' mean in the context of cheese?

    Answer: Made from milk that has been heated to a specific temperature to kill harmful bacteria

  3. 3. In cheese terminology, what is the 'rind'?

    Answer: The outer coating or skin that forms on the surface of cheese during aging

  4. 4. What does 'bloomy rind' describe on a cheese?

    Answer: A soft, white, edible mold coating like that found on Brie and Camembert

  5. 5. In cheese making, what is 'rennet'?

    Answer: An enzyme used to coagulate milk and separate it into curds and whey

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How many questions are in Cheese Terminology?

Cheese Terminology has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.

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