Sage Cheddar

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Is Sage Cheddar healthy?

Sage Cheddar scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Sage Cheddar is made from high-quality Irish grassfed cheddar, which provides beneficial nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and CLA due to its grass-fed origin.

How processed is Sage Cheddar?

Sage Cheddar is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sage Cheddar's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Irish grassfed cheddar, pasteurized cow's milk, starter culture count in its favor; potassium sorbate is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sage Cheddar

McCall’S
70 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Hilco Capital
Category Cheese
Summary

Sage Cheddar is made from high-quality Irish grassfed cheddar, which provides beneficial nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and CLA due to its grass-fed origin. The product includes minimal additives, with potassium sorbate being the only notable preservative, which slightly impacts its overall healthiness. Despite being processed, the cheese maintains a clean ingredient list with natural flavorings such as spinach and sage powder.

Key ingredients 8

Irish grassfed cheddar
Good

Made from high-quality grass-fed cows, this cheddar provides rich flavor and essential nutrients, supporting a balanced diet.

pasteurized cow's milk
Good

A primary source of calcium and protein, pasteurized milk ensures safety while maintaining nutritional value.

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starter culture
Good

Essential for fermentation, starter cultures contribute to cheese flavor development and probiotic qualities.

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spinach powder
Good

Provides added nutrients and color, boosting the cheese’s nutritional profile with vitamins and antioxidants.

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sage powder
Good

Adds flavor and potential antioxidant properties, enhancing the cheese’s aroma and health benefits.

salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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vegetarian rennet
Neutral

A plant-based enzyme used for cheese coagulation, offering an alternative to animal rennet without affecting flavor or safety.

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potassium sorbate
Bad

Synthetic preservative — flagged in daily-use products.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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