Don’t let strong smells scare you away–some of the best cheeses seriously stink! Serious Eats has compiled a list of smelly cheeses you do not want to miss, including everything from the infamous Epoisses to made-in-Wisconsin brick cheese.

You’re hesitant, but you’re also intrigued—surely these odoriferous specimens must have some redeeming quality? Yes, in fact. I am here to tell you it is all going to be okay. This cheese subspecies is filled with some of the most alluring textures and flavors known to cheesekind, and it’d be a shame for you to miss out on them.

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Julia Domenicucci

Julia Domenicucci is an online editorial intern for culture who loves to try new foods almost as much as she loves trying new books. Born just outside of Boston and now attending school in the heart of it, Julia has come to really love the city, its art museums, and all the restaurants in the North End.