Does cheese need to age before it tastes good?
Does cheese need to age before it tastes good?
user
That really depends on the cheese. Some cheeses need to age for a long time, and others are ready to eat as soon as they’re made. Many are at their best when they’re freshly made and quite young.  Can you tell me more about your specific type of cheese and when you want to eat it?
assistant
Like cheddar.
user
Cheddar cheese has a long aging period, but this isn’t needed for most cheeses like cheddar.  The older the cheddar cheese, the sharper the taste, so if you want a sharp cheddar then it should be aged.  If you like a milder taste, it’s good to eat cheddar cheese as soon as it’s made.
assistant
Oh. It makes it sharper? Is sharp cheese more expensive?
user