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Discover the number one reason people move to Wisconsin! Explore award-winning classics and unique flavors from the heart of dairy country. There's a rich tradition in every bite.

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We Are Wisconsin

Since 1964, Vern’s Cheese has been delivering the finest Wisconsin-made goods: Cheeses, cured meats, craft beers and wines, specialty sodas, baking mixes and prepared foods, sauces, spice mixes, chocolate candies and more!

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Real Customers, Real Reviews, Really Great Cheese

Find out what our customers love most about Vern’s Cheese! Read real reviews praising the goodness of our Wisconsin cheese, available online and in our charming retail store in Chilton, WI.

  • 5.00 out of 5
    Kiley Rehberger

    “Your smoked string cheese quite possibly could solve the world’s problems. It really is that good!”

    Vern’s Smoked String Cheese 1lb

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  • 5.00 out of 5
    Jeffery Cain

    “Great string mozzarella cheese and Port Wine cheddar spread. No more Merkt’s or Kaukauna for me. Vern’s is always creamy. Drove 120 miles one way to get. Did not want to wait for shipping.”

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    Vern’s Port Wine Cheese Spread 12oz

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  • 5.00 out of 5
    Gretchen Kruger Ugoretz

    “Definitely worth the trip from Neenah to Chilton! Went there for the chicken soup cheese… left with a box full of cheeses! The staff was super friendly, very helpful and made you feel very welcomed.”

    Vern’s Chicken Soup Cheese 1lb

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  • 5.00 out of 5
    Lisa S

    “I would give this 10 stars if I could. I LOVE Verns cheese. It is my absolute favorite. Their string cheese sticks are the best and the only ones I’ll buy.”

    Vern’s Fresh String Cheese 1lb

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Family. Love. Cheese.

Meet the Novak family, proud owners of Vern’s Cheese since 2023. Ben Novak’s cheese tradition runs deep, spanning generations back to Ben’s great-grandfather George, a cheesemaker in the Crandon area. Ben and his wife, Lindsey, are the proud parents of three little cheese enthusiasts. They live in Northeastern Wisconsin, where cheese isn’t just a food—it’s a way of life.

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60+Years in Business

As a cornerstone of Wisconsin’s cheese scene, Vern’s has been serving up cheesy goodness since 1964.

140+Varieties of Cheese

From creamy bries to sharp cheddars, Vern’s boasts an extensive selection of over 140 cheese varieties.

40+Wisconsin-Made Goods

Vern’s proudly supports local artisans and producers by offering over 40 Wisconsin-made products.

1,000+Happy Customers Served Daily

Say cheese! Our dedicated fan base spans across Wisconsin and beyond, spreading joy one tasty bite at a time.

Recipes: Just Add Cheese

From fast and easy meals to gourmet fondues and dinners, you’ll find the perfect cheesy recipe to fit your occasion.