Almette Kräuter cream cheese

Almette is a prominent European brand of aerated cream cheese, famously known for its distinctive wooden-bucket-style packaging. The brand was originally established in Germany and has become a household name across Central and Eastern Europe. The product is marketed under the 'Alpenfrischkäse' label, emphasizing its use of Alpine milk.

Historically, the brand was developed by the German dairy company Hochland. Today, Almette remains a core brand within the Hochland SE portfolio. Hochland is one of the largest private dairy producers in Europe, based in Bavaria. While the brand originated in Germany, it has significant production facilities in other markets, particularly Poland, where it is a market leader in the specialty cheese segment. The ownership remains privately held by the founding families of the Hochland group.