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Sun Ni String Cheese, Armenian 8 oz
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Sun Ni String Cheese, Armenian 8 oz

Sun-Ni
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
6g
Protein
230mg
Sodium
11
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Sun Ni String Cheese, Armenian 8 oz presents as a small-batch, heritage cheese that you'd typically find in the refrigerated cheese aisle near specialty and ethnic cheeses, alongside fresh mozzarellas, halloumi and other hand-made curd cheeses. It reads like a deli counter staple brought to shelf: a modest, wrapped log or individually wrapped sticks in an 8 oz package. Shoppers reach for it on family grocery runs, back-to-school lists and picnic or road‑trip snack runs — it is well suited to lunchboxes, after-sports protein bites, and casual appetizers for a weekday brunch. The brand positions itself as an artisanal, family-owned product steeped in Armenian tradition since 1925; its marketing leans into heritage storytelling and “all natural” claims to appeal to shoppers seeking simple, culturally authentic foods—often targeting multicultural families, foodies who value craft, and parents seeking straightforward snacks. Label characteristics emphasize naturalness (“All natural,” “no artificial flavors or preservatives,” “Product of USA”) rather than organic certification; there is no organic seal and the design is unlikely to use overtly child-focused mascots, keeping a homey, heritage look instead of flashy kid branding. Processing context: this is a traditionally made, minimally processed fresh cheese made from pasteurized whole cow’s milk, rennet and salt with added black nigella seeds and mahleb. Sensory details: expect a mild milky flavor, springy pull-apart texture characteristic of string cheeses, and a subtle peppery/anise note from nigella and mahleb. Packaging is simple — small wrapped sticks or a wrapped braid — and consumption is ritualistic: unwrapping, pulling apart strips for snacks, pairing with fruit or crackers at casual gatherings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 oz
Servings per Container: 8
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium230mg10%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein6g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Pastuerized, Whole, Cow's, Milk,, Vinegar,, Salt,, Rennet, Black, Nigella, Seeds,, Mahleb..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from pasteurized whole milk, rennet, salt and simple seasonings without industrial additives, this is a processed cheese product (NOVA 3) resulting from traditional milk transformation and added salt/seasoning.

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Common Questions about Sun Ni String Cheese, Armenian 8 oz

The Sun Ni String Cheese can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a protein boost. With 6 grams of protein per ounce and only 80 calories, it's a decent snack option. Just keep in mind that 'healthy' is subjective — if you're watching your sodium intake, the 230 mg per serving might be something to consider.

Perfect For

back-to-school
post-workout
road-trip

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