Marieke Gouda Has Historic Night at American Cheese Society Awards Surpasses 300 Lifetime Awards

The annual American Cheese Society (ACS)Conference was held in Sacramento, California, July 23 – 26, 2025, and the winners of the ACS Judging and Competition were announced.  Marieke Gouda won an impressive nine awards, bringing the total lifetime awards won to 301.

"We're incredibly honored to bring home nine awards and a top 10 finish from the American Cheese Society. These honors celebrate the passion, grit, and heart behind every wheel we make," said Marieke Penterman, Founder, CEO, and Master Cheesemaker at Marieke Gouda. "From our crew on the farm and creamery to the mongers who share our story, it takes all of us. Thank you for helping us bring Marieke Gouda to the table in such a meaningful way."

Marieke Gouda earned 3 Gold, 3 Silver, and 3 Bronze awards, in addition to the Aged Gouda earning a Top 10 placement, making them the recipient of 301 awards in the past 19 years.

Bronze/Third Place:

Honey Clover

Super (18 – 24 months)

Mature (6 – 9 months)

Silver/Second Place

Golden Gouda Parmesan

Smoked

Original Gouda Spread

Gold/First Place

Smoked Cumin

Belegen (4 – 6 months)

Aged (9 - 12 months) - Also recognized as a Top 10 Cheese!