artisan Swiss cheese — including raw-milk selections — packed with cold-chain care and shipped
nationwide so it arrives in excellent condition.
Why Swiss cheese tastes different
Swiss cheeses are built on alpine craftsmanship: pasture-led milk, precise cultures, long ageing, and
regional traditions. The result is what Swiss cheese lovers chase — depth, balance and a clean finish.
- Alpine milk character: seasonal feed and altitude influence aroma and sweetness.
- Time: many Swiss wheels are aged for months (or longer) for savoury complexity.
- Technique: cooked curds, washed rinds and cellar care create unmistakable styles.
What we stock (and why)
Alpine Express curates Swiss cheeses that are genuinely worth shipping: classics, cellar-aged favourites,
and specialty raw-milk cheeses chosen for flavour, provenance and consistency.
Swiss classics
Gruyère-style alpine cheeses, Appenzeller-style washed rinds, hard cheeses for shaving and cooking.
Raw-milk selections
For customers who love depth and terroir — carefully handled, correctly stored, and packed for transit.
Australia-wide delivery & cold-chain packing
so your order travels well. Optional extra ice-gel packs and wool insulation. And – of course – we don’t forgt the environment. Our boxes are packed in recycling friendly cardboard boxes with environmental friendlier insulation foil. You can also re-use our ice gel packs (simply re-freeze them) and other supplied materials.
Dispatch
- Dispatch days: Mondays (unless stated differently on the homepage)
- Cut-off time: 8:00pm AEST (orders after cut-off will dispatch with the next cycle)
Typical transit windows
- QLD / NSW / VIC (metro): 1–3 business days
- SA / ACT / TAS: 1–4 business days
- WA / regional routes: 2–6 business days
Exact timing depends on carrier networks and distance. We pack with transit in mind and prioritise safe arrival. See our FAQs for further details.
On arrival
- Unpack promptly and refrigerate.
- For best flavour, temper cheese 30–60 minutes before serving (varies by style and ambient temperature).
- If you have any concerns, contact us with photos — we’ll help quickly and calmly.
Swiss best sellers
These are reliable starting points — perfect for first orders, gifts, entertaining, and “I want something properly Swiss” cravings.
- Gruyère-style alpine cheese (aged) — savoury, nutty, crowd-pleasing
- Washed-rind Swiss (Appenzeller-style) — aromatic, bold, iconic
- Hard Swiss for shaving (Sbrinz-style) — intense, crystalline, brilliant on pasta
- Raclette cheese — melt-ready for winter nights
How to choose your Swiss cheese
If you like mild & nutty
Start with alpine-style cheeses aged 6–12 months. Great for sandwiches, cooking and platters.
If you like bold & aromatic
Try washed rinds and cellar-aged (e.g. Rolf Beeler) selections for savoury depth and lingering complexity.
If you want melting cheese
Choose raclette for tableside melting, or fondue cheeses for classic Swiss comfort.
If you want the “raw milk” experience
Go for raw-milk Swiss cheeses where terroir and ageing shine. We’ll help you pick.
FAQs
Do you deliver Swiss cheese Australia-wide?
Yes — we ship nationwide (all major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Brisbane, Hobart, Perth and their corresponding states) and pack with cold-chain care so cheese travels well.
How is cheese packed for delivery?
Orders are insulated and temperature-protected. We time dispatch to reduce time in transit wherever possible.
Is raw-milk Swiss cheese legal in Australia?
Many raw-milk cheeses are permitted when produced and aged to meet applicable food safety standards. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, ask us.
What should I do when my cheese arrives?
Unpack promptly, refrigerate, and let it breathe/temper before serving for best flavour.
Can you help me choose a selection?
Absolutely. Tell us what you like (mild/nutty vs bold/aromatic) and how you’ll use it (platter, raclette, fondue), and we’ll guide you.
Ready to order?
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