Caseophiles, step right this way...Murray's Cheese now offers cave tours! I went on one yesterday.
There are four caves below ground, each with different aging processes and types of cheeses. It was pretty cool (literally...I'm glad I had my scarf with me!). We learned all about mold and bacteria and the affinor's job as both artist and scientist. The aging process is fairly complex, though at times it is similar to what old people go through...think liver spots and sensitive skin masking a wise, complex interior.
Quite interesting, I'd recommend it. The cost is $10 for a 30-minute tour, and this includes a couple of samples.
On the way out, I purchased a bag of real Wisconsin cheese curds and had two of my fellow cave tour friends over for cheese and Belgian beer. This turned out to be the perfect way to spend the third Saturday of the month (which is when the tours take place).
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