Cheese Brothers Smoky Bacon Cheese Spread, Wisconsin

Cheese Brothers Smoky Bacon Cheese Spread, Wisconsin brings sharp cheddar and real bacon together in a creamy spread built for savory snacking. Cream cheese and mayonnaise round out the cheddar base, while liquid smoke, garlic and onion reinforce its smoky character. Spread it on a bagel, serve it beside crunchy pretzels or give a familiar sandwich a richer filling.

Product Details:

• Style: Sharp cheddar cheese spread with bacon.
• Milk: Pasteurized cow’s milk.
• Key Ingredients: Sharp cheddar cold pack cheese food, cream cheese, mayonnaise, cured pork bacon, liquid smoke, garlic and onion.
• Additional Ingredients: Includes whey, cream, stabilizing gums, annatto color and sorbic acid preservative. Mayonnaise contains soybean oil, egg yolks, corn syrup, vinegar and mustard seed; the bacon is cured with sodium nitrite.
• Allergens: Contains milk and egg. Also made with soybean oil and mustard seed.
• Dietary Information: Not gluten-free. Contains pork; not vegetarian.
• Brand: Cheese Brothers.
• Co-founders: Eric Ludy and Gene Graf.

Sensory Description:

Sharp cheddar supplies a tangy, savory foundation, softened by the creamy richness of cream cheese and mayonnaise. Real bacon pieces interrupt the smooth spread with meaty bites, while smoke carries through the cheese and seasoning. Garlic and onion deepen the savory profile without changing its central combination of cheddar and bacon.

Producer’s Background:

Eric Ludy and Gene Graf launched Cheese Brothers in 2015, drawing on Wisconsin cheesemaking connections that extend back generations. Ludy’s family established its first Wisconsin cheese factory in 1919, and Graf learned the trade from Ludy’s father. The founders built their business through markets and festivals before expanding online, bringing classic Wisconsin cheeses and flavored specialties to a wider audience. In 2024, the company moved its operations from Barron to Almena.

Serving & Storage Suggestions:

Serve with pretzels, crackers or sturdy chips, or spread onto bagels and toasted sandwiches. Its cheddar-and-bacon character also suits a burger topping or a spoonful over a baked potato. Pickles and crisp apple slices provide a refreshing accompaniment to its richness. Refrigerate upon arrival, keep refrigerated between servings and follow the storage instructions and date on the package.