Description
Cheesemaking with raw milk and natural starters relies on native lactic acid bacteria to acidify lactose and coagulate casein at 32–38 °C, followed by curd cutting, gentle stirring, and controlled pressing to shape moisture and texture.
Technical
The lactic acid bacteria (Lactococcus lactis, Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. lactis, Streptococcus thermophilus) convert lactose into lactic acid, lowering pH to 4.6–4.8 and inducing casein micelle aggregation. Proteolytic enzymes from the same flora further hydrolyze casein over months, generating peptides and free amino acids that contribute to flavor development.
Science
Primary Reaction
lactose → lactic acid (by LAB)
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
earthynuttycreamytangymildbutterygrassybarnyard