The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Cheeses of All Time

Cheeses

Every cheese has its defenders. Some people want sharp and crumbly. Others only care how it melts on a burger or pizza. Then you've got the fancy crowd, the grilled cheese loyalists, and the people who'll eat an entire block straight from the fridge. This isn't about being the most expensive cheese—it's about which one wins your heart every single time. Pick your favorites, settle the arguments, and see which cheese deserves the crown.

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1. CHEDDAR CHEESE

Cheddar Cheese is currently the #1 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 69.0% head-to-head battles.

2. SWISS CHEESE

Swiss Cheese is currently the #2 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 60.5% head-to-head battles.

3. CREAM CHEESE

Cream Cheese is currently the #3 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 54.9% head-to-head battles.

4. BLUE CHEESE

Blue Cheese is currently the #4 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 54.3% head-to-head battles.

5. GOUDA CHEESE

Gouda Cheese is currently the #5 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 54.2% head-to-head battles.

6. PARMIGIANO REGGIANO CHEESE

Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese is currently the #6 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 53.1% head-to-head battles.

7. MOZZARELLA CHEESE

Mozzarella Cheese is currently the #7 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 49.4% head-to-head battles.

8. PROVOLONE CHEESE

Provolone Cheese is currently the #8 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 46.1% head-to-head battles.

9. BRIE

Brie is currently the #9 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 43.3% head-to-head battles.

10. PEPPER JACK CHEESE

Pepper Jack Cheese is currently the #10 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 38.5% head-to-head battles.

11. MONTEREY JACK CHEESE

Monterey Jack Cheese is currently the #11 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 33.3% head-to-head battles.

12. FETA CHEESE

Feta Cheese is currently the #12 Greatest Cheeses of All Time winning 24.1% head-to-head battles.