Rücker Alter Schwede sliced cheese

Rücker Alter Schwede is a traditional North German cheese produced by the family-owned dairy Rücker GmbH & Co. KG. The brand originated in 1890 when Eduard Rücker founded his first dairy in Wismar. Today, the company is still owned and operated by the Rücker family, with its main production facilities located in Aurich and Wismar, Germany.

Alter Schwede is specifically known for being naturally ripened on spruce wood, which gives it its characteristic spicy flavor profile. The milk used for production is sourced primarily from regional coastal farms in Northern Germany, emphasizing the brand's heritage and commitment to local sourcing. The company remains independent and is currently led by the fourth and fifth generations of the family.