Teifi

Caws Teifi is the longest-established artisan cheesemaker in Wales, with a history rooted in a family's passion for organic farming and traditional methods. Founded in 1982 by Dutch émigrés John and Patrice Savage-Onstwedder, the company's journey began with a dream of self-sufficiency at their Glynhynod Farm in Ceredigion. They revived the tradition of making cheese using raw, unpasteurized milk from local, grass-fed cows, following a 500-year-old Gouda recipe. This commitment to quality and heritage has earned Caws Teifi a reputation as one of Britain's most highly-awarded cheesemakers, with their cheeses—including their famous Celtic Promise and Saval—winning numerous accolades at the British and World Cheese Awards. The brand's philosophy centers on the belief that the depth and complexity of flavor can only be achieved by using raw milk from happy, healthy cows, reflecting a deep respect for both the land and the craft of cheesemaking