Maytag Dairy Farms’ Blue Cheese may be the most famous cheese in Iowa. You can visit the historic family-owned farm that’s been part of the Hawkeye State landscape for decades, and step into their store to pick some up for yourself.

In 1919, Elmer Henry Maytag, son of the Maytag Corporation founder, began to raise a herd of dairy cows for his family. Soon, his small farm became famous for quality livestock and dairy.
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After E.H. Maytag died, his sons worked to create a one-of-a-kind blue cheese, made with cow's milk, on their father's farm. Today, Maytag's legacy can be found in Newton, Iowa.
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You can visit Maytag Dairy Farms to shop for cheese and milk, and schedule a farm tour to see all the workings of one of America's favorite cheese makers.
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Note - farm tours are temporarily suspended due to COVID-19, but you can keep an eye on their website for when they return.

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The famous Maytag Blue Cheese is still made by hand, in a 78-year-old cheese shop that's original to the farm. You can truly taste the difference their small batch process makes. The Maytag Family still owns the creamery, too.
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Maytag's Blue Cheese has won awards consistently for the past eight decades, and they also offer a delicious white cheddar and soft cheese spreads that go perfectly with crackers.
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Stop by Maytag Dairy Farms to pick up the best blue cheese you'll ever have and to visit their shop full of gourmet spreads, dips, and more. You'll come away with a handful of pure perfection that any foodie is sure to enjoy.
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Learn more about the Maytag Dairy Farms story and plan your visit to try the most famous cheese in Iowa at this family owned farm and creamery by visiting their website, right here.

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