Just like with cooking, your cheesemaking equipment can be as simple or complex as you’d like. We’ve compiled a list here to help sort through what we’ve found to be the most helpful when you’re getting started, or even if you’re just thinking about getting started! Many of these items you probably already own. Some of the more specialized pieces of equipment can be found at New England Cheesemaking Supply (the item # is referenced here), or at other cheesemaking supply shops in your area or online.
Basics:
- Stainless Steel Pot with Lid
- Skimmer Spoon
- Thermometer (digital, cheesemaking or frothing – not candy or meat)
- Mini Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cup
- Colander
- Ladle
- Butter Muslin
Forms/Molds:
- Baskets (M332, M300 8 oz)
- Shaped Molds (M132, M184)
- Hard Cheese Mold (M3)
Presses:
- New England Cheese Press (E28PO)
- DIY Bucket Press (Instructions here)
Aging Equipment:
- Dorm Refrigerator or Wine Refrigerator
- Mini Croc Pot for waxing
- Cheese Wax
- Vacuum Sealer
- Smoking Gun
submitted by Kelly Liebrock and Kate Johnson, August 2020
