Odyssey Cheese, Chunk in Brine, Feta, Traditional

Odyssey Cheese, Chunk in Brine (Feta, Traditional) is presented as a small-batch, Wisconsin-made feta that sits in the refrigerated specialty cheese section of the dairy aisle, often near other brined and Mediterranean-style cheeses, olives, specialty yogurts and antipasti items. It’s packaged as an 8-oz chunk in brine—typically a clear plastic tub or vacuum-sealed container—so shoppers can see the creamy white wedge. This product is aimed at home cooks who want an authentic, easy-to-use Mediterranean touch: salad toppers, mezze boards, pasta or pizza finishes, and recipes that call for crumbled feta. Label language leans on craft and heritage—“masterfully authentic,” “Wisconsin made,” “crafted by master cheese makers”—appealing to shoppers who value artisanal tradition and regional provenance rather than mass-market novelty. The package highlights gluten free and rBST-free claims (the latter is a marketing point, though the FDA notes no compositional difference). There is no organic certification and no overt “kid” branding; the product trades convenience for authenticity. In plain terms, this is a traditionally produced cheese: pasteurized milk cultured and set with enzymes, salted and stored in brine, a simple fermentation and preservation process that yields a shelf-stable refrigerated cheese. Sensory notes: tangy and zesty on the first bite, creamy yet crumbly texture, bright saline finish; ideal for crumbling over salads, marinating in olive oil, or serving with crusty bread. Nutrition cues are straightforward—about 60 calories and ~370 mg sodium per serving—so shoppers get rich flavor with a notable salty profile.