Chällerhocker
Smooth. Nutty. Complex.
Regular price £9.90Cheese Lady Recommends
| origin | Switzerland, St. Gallen |
| style texture | Mountain, firm and smooth |
| milk | Cow |
| milk treatment | Raw |
| rennet | Traditional |
| drink | Medium-bodied white and red wines, fortified wines |
About the Cheese
Chällerhocker is an exceptional artisan cheese hailing from the Swiss Alps, renowned for its distinctive character and rich flavour.
Aged for over 10 months, this raw cow’s milk cheese embodies the essence of the Alpine landscape with its nutty, buttery, and complex profile.
The paste is dotted with delightful protein crystals that add a satisfying crunch to its smooth, mouth-coating texture.
Perfect for pairing with brioche-y champagnes, medium-bodied white wines, or complex reds, Chällerhocker promises a memorable tasting experience with its harmonious balance of flavours.
Cheesemaker: Tufertschwil cheese dairy
The Tufertschwil cheese dairy, where Chällerhocker is crafted, has a storied history beginning in 1987 when Walter and Irma Räss-Koller took over the dairy from painter Walter Dick.
Their son, Walter Räss Junior, began managing operations on that day, continuing a tradition of cheese-making that dates back to 1896 with the production of Appenzeller cheese.
By 2003, the Räss family introduced Chällerhocker, named and branded for the first time to meet market demands. Since then, production has expanded significantly, and Chällerhocker has gained recognition both in Switzerland and internationally. The dairy remains committed to quality, sourcing fresh milk twice daily from local suppliers and repurposing whey and manure sustainably.
1% of every sale will be donated to the Mental Health Foundation via Work for Good
Due to small-scale production and logistical delays certain cheeses and condiments may be unavailable. We'll substitute them with similar products as needed. You can specify if you are happy with substitutions on the Cart page.
DELIVERY
The delivery charge is worked out based on the postcode.
SCOTLAND
EH39-EH42 postcodes (Haddington, Gifford, Dunbar, North Berwick, East Linton, other areas within 5 mile radius of the shop): Orders over £40 - free delivery.
Other EH and FK1-16 post codes (East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fife) : Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ delivery is £4.50.
Central Scotland: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50;
Northern Scotland and Highlands: £5.50 (2-5 day service). Please note, we recommend selecting Wednesday as your delivery day to allow enough time for the order to be delivered before the weekend (when courier depots are closed)
REST OF BRITAIN
England & Wales: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50.
London: Order over £50 ‐ free delivery; order under £50 ‐ £7.50.
Northern Ireland and Islands (Isle of Man, Scilly, Skye, Wight, Jersey, Guernsey): we currently do not ship to.
Most of the UK mainland gets a next day delivery service. However, certain areas of the UK get a longer service. Our shipping boxes are designed to be safe in transit for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
When placing an order, please make sure to provide:
- an alternative delivery instruction, in case you’re not in to receive the order (such as “leave on porch, leave in a shed, leave with neighbour”)
- complete post code and mobile number (will be used for courier notifications)
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Our checkout system allows you to pick a date in the future to receive your delivery.
Our courier partners are APC Overnight.
Once your order is shipped you will receive tracking details. Because all orders are shipped via a third-party, you would need to contact the courier directly if you have any questions about your parcel. Their email address is depot175@apc-overnight.com
If you are buying cheeses for a special occasion, please allow an extra day or two for your cheeses to arrive, in case of unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances.
During December and other peak periods, we may require additional days to process and deliver your order.
PACKAGING
We take great care in packaging and delivering your order.
- Cheeses are wrapped in specialist cheese paper that will allow them to breathe and not suffocate.
- Cheeses and condiments are then packaged in a cardboard box (reusable and recyclable) with an insulated foil pouch and ice packs to ensure the correct temperature is maintained for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
GIFT MESSAGES
A personalised gift note can be included with all of our products at no extra charge.
