Murray's Cheese Shines at 2026 American Cheese Society Awards with Six Prestigious Medals
Murray's Cheese, in partnership with Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), has made headlines by winning six prestigious awards at the 2026 American Cheese Society (ACS) Judging Competition, widely considered the Oscars of the cheese world. This accolade highlights the artisanal quality and expert craftsmanship that Murray's has built its reputation upon. The competition, which took place during the ACS Annual Conference in Louisville, Kentucky, featured over 1,300 entries from skilled cheesemakers across North America, making these awards a significant achievement.
Among the medals won by Murray's Cheese was a sought-after first place for their Double Doe cheese in the Washed Rind, Other Milks category. The achievement marks a proud return for Double Doe, which previously enjoyed top honors in 2024. Additionally, their Treeline cheese clinched second place in the Cow Milk category, marking its competition debut, while Savage and Mini Greensward secured second positions in their respective categories as well. Stockinghall also received a second-place medal for its aged clothbound cheddar, and Carpenter’s Wheel placed third in the Goat's Milk Cheese category.
Murray's Cave Aged Cheese program, which features unique cheeses matured in their state-of-the-art cheese caves, sets a remarkable industry standard. Each cheese is carefully aged using techniques developed in close collaboration with esteemed cheesemakers. The result is a collection that’s both innovative and reflective of the passion Murray's team and their producers bring to cheesemaking.
"These awards represent our commitment to quality and a celebration of the collaboration with outstanding cheesemakers. We believe in the power of partnership to create remarkable cheeses that resonate with flavor and creativity," said Nick Tranchina, President of Murray's Cheese.
This year's wins underline the excellence of Murray's cheese aging technique, known as affinage, a practice that allows for intricate flavor development unique to their brand. The competition's wide range of categories underscores how Murray's has effectively blended tradition with cutting-edge practices in cheese aging.
In exciting news for consumers, three of the award-winning cheeses are now available at Murray's Cheese kiosks located within Mariano's stores — extending their unique small-batch offerings to shoppers outside of New York City for the first time.
Murray's Cheese has a rich history in the industry, and the latest wins complement a successful trajectory that includes last year's accolades of Gold and Top 10 overall finish for their Cave Aged Reserve Barnstorm Blue and Silver for St. Marks in the soft-ripened category. This recognition further reinforces Murray's standing as a preeminent authority in affinage, constantly pushing the boundaries of American cave-aged cheese.
For those eager to taste these award-winning cheeses, they can be found at Kroger Family of Companies locations nationwide, as well as online through their website. Each use of these cheeses in culinary creations underscores Murray’s dedication to fostering artisanal traditions and empowering small producers, ensuring each bite is steeped in rich flavor and expert craftsmanship.
Murray’s Cheese stands as a testament to NYC's vibrant food culture, continuing to cater to cheese lovers. Their commitment to quality, tradition, and innovation is evident in every cheese they produce, and through their kiosks, they invite a broader audience to engage with and appreciate the unique delights of American cheese craftsmanship.
Among the medals won by Murray's Cheese was a sought-after first place for their Double Doe cheese in the Washed Rind, Other Milks category. The achievement marks a proud return for Double Doe, which previously enjoyed top honors in 2024. Additionally, their Treeline cheese clinched second place in the Cow Milk category, marking its competition debut, while Savage and Mini Greensward secured second positions in their respective categories as well. Stockinghall also received a second-place medal for its aged clothbound cheddar, and Carpenter’s Wheel placed third in the Goat's Milk Cheese category.
Murray's Cave Aged Cheese program, which features unique cheeses matured in their state-of-the-art cheese caves, sets a remarkable industry standard. Each cheese is carefully aged using techniques developed in close collaboration with esteemed cheesemakers. The result is a collection that’s both innovative and reflective of the passion Murray's team and their producers bring to cheesemaking.
"These awards represent our commitment to quality and a celebration of the collaboration with outstanding cheesemakers. We believe in the power of partnership to create remarkable cheeses that resonate with flavor and creativity," said Nick Tranchina, President of Murray's Cheese.
This year's wins underline the excellence of Murray's cheese aging technique, known as affinage, a practice that allows for intricate flavor development unique to their brand. The competition's wide range of categories underscores how Murray's has effectively blended tradition with cutting-edge practices in cheese aging.
In exciting news for consumers, three of the award-winning cheeses are now available at Murray's Cheese kiosks located within Mariano's stores — extending their unique small-batch offerings to shoppers outside of New York City for the first time.
Murray's Cheese has a rich history in the industry, and the latest wins complement a successful trajectory that includes last year's accolades of Gold and Top 10 overall finish for their Cave Aged Reserve Barnstorm Blue and Silver for St. Marks in the soft-ripened category. This recognition further reinforces Murray's standing as a preeminent authority in affinage, constantly pushing the boundaries of American cave-aged cheese.
For those eager to taste these award-winning cheeses, they can be found at Kroger Family of Companies locations nationwide, as well as online through their website. Each use of these cheeses in culinary creations underscores Murray’s dedication to fostering artisanal traditions and empowering small producers, ensuring each bite is steeped in rich flavor and expert craftsmanship.
Murray’s Cheese stands as a testament to NYC's vibrant food culture, continuing to cater to cheese lovers. Their commitment to quality, tradition, and innovation is evident in every cheese they produce, and through their kiosks, they invite a broader audience to engage with and appreciate the unique delights of American cheese craftsmanship.
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