Why the wait?

[rancid crabtree]

Aside from making the cheese taste better, what is actually taking place with the waiting time on smoked cheese? I smoked my first cheese last night

Cheddar

Swiss

Pepper Jack

Moz. sticks

Curds

I couldnt help myself and sampled a curd. It was like licking an ash tray. I understand that all these cheeses will be much improved after two weeks but I dont understand how or why. What chem reaction or other process is taking place during the two week rest period that makes it taste better?

 

[les3176]

I am not a chemist nor have i tried to find out why this works...it just does!! It takes time for the smoke to mellow out and not be so overpowering.If you find the anwser let us know!

 

[adiochiro3]

"Your patience will be rewarded,"

--Alton Brown

 

[beer-b-q]

Like Les Said, "It Works"

 

[roller]

Licking an Ash Tray.....Ha Ha Ha Ha  !!!!

 

[meateater]

I tried some right away after I smoked it and then waited two weeks and.............well you will find out. :)