Cheese Factory BIRZNIEKI

Birznieki is an organic farm with one of the largest herds of Latvia’s native goat breed. The family has been making cheese since 1992, using milk from their own goats.

Cheeses
The range includes 14 varieties of cheese, from fresh and smoked cheeses to milder varieties and those with more pronounced flavours. Among the milder cheeses, the Klasiskais is particularly popular, while stronger options include Ķiploku siers (Garlic Cheese) and Siers pie alus (Beer Cheese), flavoured with five types of pepper.

How the Cheese Is Made
The cheeses are made using goat’s milk produced on the farm. Some of the soft cheeses are smoked, following tried-and-tested recipes and maintaining high standards of quality.

For Visitors
Visitors can see the herd and learn more about goat farming, the animals’ daily life and their welfare. Tours end at the farm’s tasting hut, where guests can sample a selection of its products, including cheese, ice cream and goat’s meat.

Where to Buy

• At the farm.
• At specialist shops in Riga, Ragaciems and Kuldīga, as well as at markets throughout Latvia.