Cheddar cheese is usually labeled according to its "sharpness." Dr. Michael Tunick, author of "The Science of Cheese," explains the reason for this flavor grading. Here is a transcript of the video.

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. From there, it’s all about aging. Cheddar gets sharper—more tangy and pleasantly sour—the longer it’s aged. Over time, more water ...

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