Steinbuscher Steinbuscher is a semi-hard cheese produced in the Allgäu region of Bavaria (Bayern). It is made in loaf form and comes in fat levels of 30%, 45%, and 50%. Cheese Category:  Semi-Hard, Sliced Cheeses Country of Origin:  Germany  Specialty of:  Allgäu (a region in Swabia, Bavaria)  Cheese Characteristics Main Ingredient(s): Cow's Milk Age (Ripening Period): 3+ weeks Flavor: Mild. Tanginess increases with age. Consistency: Flexible. A few tiny wholes can be found in the dough. Pale yellow in color. Golden brown to redish rind. Sliceable? Yes Spreadable? No Crumbles? No Use for melting? Yes Use in dips? No Dessert cheese? Yes Cooking and Preparation Tips Steinbuscher works well for sandwiches or eaten pure. History Steinbuscher was first created in 1830 at the Steinbusch Estate in what was East Prussia.