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Because, you would buy it too.
QuoteIn the back of his walk-in cooler, Zahn, 73, found several wooden boxes of cheddar cheese from the now-closed County Line Cheese in Oconto that over the years had repeatedly been buried by incoming cheese products.
The result is 40-year-old cheddar that makes up part of what is likely the oldest collection of cheese ever assembled and sold to the public, according to experts.
"It just got overlooked," Zahn said. "It looks just like the others except it's just a lot sharper. It's got character."
The others? Those would be the boxes of 34-year-old and 28-year-old cheddar.
I thought you were talking about Paul Ryan :(
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Quote from: v3x on August 30, 2012, 04:47:39 PM
I thought you were talking about Paul Ryan :(
I got to visit Wisconsin for the first time this year. I really don't know where the hell they get people like him and Scott Walker. Everyone out there is just so chill and awesome and totally not Republican.
Quote from: LMNO, PhD (life continues) on August 30, 2012, 04:47:50 PM
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My friends are going to get some when it goes on sale in Milwaukee. They are going to see if they can ship me some safely.
I bet he'll get a lot of folks coming to him to wheel and deal.
Quote from: Rev. What's-His-Name? on August 30, 2012, 05:08:35 PM
I bet he'll get a lot of folks coming to him to wheel and deal.
But if he's sharp, he won't budge.
I have the sharpest boner right now.
Quoteexcept it's just a lot sharper.
QuoteBut if he's sharp
QuoteI have the sharpest boner right now.
Richter! :argh!:
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Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
Everyone grab your splatter shields. This just got ugly.
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
It was suggested to me last spring that I run for state level congress. I had to decline, because I would have to tell my parents that I was a male prostitute or a glory hole attendant so they wouldn't be so ashamed.
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
Well, having a soul would seem a disadvantage, but it does give you opportunity for talking points that nobody else has. Plus you'll definitely get the disabled vote! We need Real Soul here in Wisconsin. So far it's just been Oligarchical Country, Rebel Rap, and the Cheese Lobby's all pervasive influence.
Not to derail the thread too much, but what kind of position did you run for?
Quote from: The Good Reverend Roger on August 31, 2012, 12:28:12 AM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
It was suggested to me last spring that I run for state level congress. I had to decline, because I would have to tell my parents that I was a male prostitute or a glory hole attendant so they wouldn't be so ashamed.
I would definitely go all out trying to find means to fund your campaign. We need intelligence and spine in government. There's no shame in being a congressperson, just a politician.
I'm gonna run when my State Rep retires or terms out. I think I would have a decent shot at it.
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 31, 2012, 12:33:19 AM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
Well, having a soul would seem a disadvantage, but it does give you opportunity for talking points that nobody else has. Plus you'll definitely get the disabled vote! We need Real Soul here in Wisconsin. So far it's just been Oligarchical Country, Rebel Rap, and the Cheese Lobby's all pervasive influence.
Not to derail the thread too much, but what kind of position did you run for?
Town council in a small town in Maine. I didn't win, but if everybody who has subsequently told me they voted for me can be believed, I actually won with about 85% of the vote
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 01:22:39 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 31, 2012, 12:33:19 AM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
Well, having a soul would seem a disadvantage, but it does give you opportunity for talking points that nobody else has. Plus you'll definitely get the disabled vote! We need Real Soul here in Wisconsin. So far it's just been Oligarchical Country, Rebel Rap, and the Cheese Lobby's all pervasive influence.
Not to derail the thread too much, but what kind of position did you run for?
Town council in a small town in Maine. I didn't win, but if everybody who has subsequently told me they voted for me can be believed, I actually won with about 85% of the vote
:argh!:
Clearly some form of conspiracy.
anyway back to ancient Cheddar, I've tried A LOT of cheese and am unsure of how sharp a cheddar can be. I've had some that were so strong that only the tiniest bits were palatable. If you get the dosage per cracker right though it's definitely awesome. After 40 years i can imagine that the ounce per sale scale mentioned in the OP article might just be quite the purchase.
It says that the cheese goes on sale Oct. 6. I may be able to arrange to visit the fam back in Racine around then and get me some. What's an acceptable method of storing cheese long term ECH? IIRC you are a chef yes?
I have not got a lot of time to post. Class to get to. ECH if you or anybody else here really wants some of this Cheddar from the Year of Nixon's Election I will happily act as an agent, at cost, in it's acquisition. Consider it my way of expressing sincere appreciation for this forum and the responsible parties. Not joking, I really will help get this cheese IF I am able.
That's a gouda boy.
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 01:22:39 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 31, 2012, 12:33:19 AM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
Well, having a soul would seem a disadvantage, but it does give you opportunity for talking points that nobody else has. Plus you'll definitely get the disabled vote! We need Real Soul here in Wisconsin. So far it's just been Oligarchical Country, Rebel Rap, and the Cheese Lobby's all pervasive influence.
Not to derail the thread too much, but what kind of position did you run for?
Town council in a small town in Maine. I didn't win, but if everybody who has subsequently told me they voted for me can be believed, I actually won with about 85% of the vote
Well, that's disturbing.
Quote from: Rev. What's-His-Name? on August 31, 2012, 11:59:40 PM
That's a gouda boy.
The sharpness and pungency of thy punnery hath marked thee a horrible muenster.
Havarti foul curd! :link:
I think you went whey overboard.
You got me. I'll have to just do cheddar next time.
Quote from: A Very Hairy Monkey In An Ill-Fitting Tunic on September 01, 2012, 01:30:34 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 01:22:39 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 31, 2012, 12:33:19 AM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
Well, having a soul would seem a disadvantage, but it does give you opportunity for talking points that nobody else has. Plus you'll definitely get the disabled vote! We need Real Soul here in Wisconsin. So far it's just been Oligarchical Country, Rebel Rap, and the Cheese Lobby's all pervasive influence.
Not to derail the thread too much, but what kind of position did you run for?
Town council in a small town in Maine. I didn't win, but if everybody who has subsequently told me they voted for me can be believed, I actually won with about 85% of the vote
Well, that's disturbing.
Not really. It's small-town Maine. Everybody is nice enough to lie.
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on September 01, 2012, 11:20:01 PM
Quote from: A Very Hairy Monkey In An Ill-Fitting Tunic on September 01, 2012, 01:30:34 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 01:22:39 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 31, 2012, 12:33:19 AM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 31, 2012, 12:25:07 AM
Quote from: The Wizard Joseph on August 30, 2012, 11:05:06 PM
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on August 30, 2012, 10:49:00 PM
Mine wasn't a pun. I actually have a dangerously pointed erection thinking about this cheese.
Wisconsin needs men like you ECH. Have you considered going into politics?
I thought about it briefly (and actually ran for public office once) but upon closer examination I realized that I do, in fact, have a soul.
Well, having a soul would seem a disadvantage, but it does give you opportunity for talking points that nobody else has. Plus you'll definitely get the disabled vote! We need Real Soul here in Wisconsin. So far it's just been Oligarchical Country, Rebel Rap, and the Cheese Lobby's all pervasive influence.
Not to derail the thread too much, but what kind of position did you run for?
Town council in a small town in Maine. I didn't win, but if everybody who has subsequently told me they voted for me can be believed, I actually won with about 85% of the vote
Well, that's disturbing.
Not really. It's small-town Maine. Everybody is nice enough to lie.
Ahhhh, OK. I wouldn't have assumed that, so I was thinking that you had some disturbing evidence that small-time elections are rigged. :lulz:
Rampant voter fraud. Id is required. :lulz:
Oh, and WizJo, I appreciate your offer to play cheese middleman but unless you want to hold onto said cheese for a few months until I get back home and can take delivery of it, it's probably not worth the bother. I'm flying out tonight and probably won't be back until at least thanksgiving.
Quote from: East Coast Hustle on September 02, 2012, 04:26:35 PM
Oh, and WizJo, I appreciate your offer to play cheese middleman but unless you want to hold onto said cheese for a few months until I get back home and can take delivery of it, it's probably not worth the bother. I'm flying out tonight and probably won't be back until at least thanksgiving.
Hey, fair enough. I am likely to wind up in the vicinity shortly after it goes on sale and thought I'd offer. It so happens that my Pops is a total freak for food oddities and the mere suggestion would likely inspire an immediate pilgrimage. I may just wind up doing it anyway and will at least write a review if I do.
The costs would likely be extravagant anyway, but a little science and UPS priority overnight would likely prevent a catastrophe. If I have excess cash at the time and the cheese proves genuinely superior I will definitely try to put an ounce on reserve for you at cost plus shipping. Do you know of anything that I could coat it with to prevent deterioration or mold getting to it first? Is it likely to take well to a freeze?
I hope your trip proves safe and fruitful!
If it's 40 years old, it'll be as shelf-stable as it can get. I wouldn't freeze it, just refrigerate it until it's time to send it and then wrap it in saran wrap, put that in a ziploc bag, wrap that in tape or something and send it priority. Oh, and I can probably cover the shipping, since ECHGF works at a UPS store and can just have you download a shipping label.
Alright then, barring horrible mischance this may well be possible. I kind of feel like a holy relic dealer working in a non-profit capacity! I will contact you if and when the parcel is ready.
Word. And thanks again, whether it ends up happening or not.
I wish I was still in state so I could buy some of this. Maybe my dad can swing some connections...
A prodigal native huh? My sympathies. The offer is on the table for anybody, but as I said it's cost plus shipping.
Except for ECH, dude just keep the cash and put it toward this here worthy cause of a site!
They're just going to jack the price up.
Alright then. The time has come to see if I can get the cheddar. I leave to the Milwaukee area in the A.M.
On Saturday the Cheddar of Nixon goes on sale at Wisconsin Cheese Mart. I will go forth, and if fortune be with me, find this cheddar.
I will be out of contact with the forum for a week(ish). Wish you good, gentle folk of PD well! If I am successful I will have the cheese when I return.
May Nixon and the Cheese be with you!
Quote from: CAKE on October 04, 2012, 04:54:29 AM
May Nixon and the Cheese be with you!
thanks Nigel! I think they were with me, but the effect was to not give me almost anything that I had expected.
For a lot of reasons the whole thing, the trip, the people I went home to see, the cheddar mission, all went totally awry. I have taken some time off from the board lately to re-prioritize my goals and the like. I've been heavily encouraged by some of my friends to get back to writing without distraction. ( One actually went so far as to prank call me as the character Trashy from the story to berate me. "you had a deal with the Garbage! Get back to work, get some paper and whatever else you need." Fucking union calls :x ) I'm gonna do this. I have to get things back on track. I'll be around infrequently for a while, but sincerely hope the folks here are well!