Armstrong Havarti Cheese Block
Havarti, not another cheddar age. Armstrong calls the taste mild, buttery, and sweet. It is meant to melt in a panini or a baked dish.
The block page says made in Canada. The brand began in 1902 with Canadian dairy farmers, and the milk is still fully Canadian. Saputo Inc. in Montreal owns Armstrong.
Only two weights are listed, 400 g and 600 g. No ingredient panel is on this page. The company no longer wants shoppers to freeze the cheese.
Product Highlights
- •Only 400 g and 600 g are listed
- •Page gives no nutrition numbers
- •Melts in paninis, per the brand
- •Also suggested for a cheese board
- •Freezing is no longer advised
Category
Our Canadian score
Very strong Canadian ties
Company’s own label claim: “Made in Canada”
Armstrong Havarti is made in Canada with Canadian milk. Saputo Inc., listed in Montreal, owns the brand.
Score breakdown (85% evidenced, high confidence)
“Made in Canada, Armstrong Havarti offers an irresistibly creamy texture”
“Armstrong Cheese offers to consumers high quality products using 100% Canadian milk from canadian farmers.”
“Saputo Inc. is a publicly traded company and its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “SAP”.”
“Corporate Headquarters Saputo Inc. Suite 2900 1000 de la Gauchetière St. W., Montréal, Québec H3B 4W5 Canada”
This score is our own read of publicly available evidence, not a regulatory finding. It is not a CFIA or Competition Bureau origin determination, and it is not the same as the "Product of Canada" or "Made in Canada" claims a manufacturer prints on a label. Check the package if you need the official claim. How we score
Key Facts
- Made In
- Canada
- Owned By
- Saputo Inc.
- Weight
- 400 g or 600 g
- Key Ingredients
- Not listed
- Certifications
- None listed
Where to Buy
Product Information
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Armstrong Havarti Cheese Block made in Canada?
Yes. Armstrong Havarti's page says made in Canada. The brand FAQ says the milk comes from Canadian farmers. The city of the plant is not on the page.
Who owns Armstrong Havarti?
Saputo Inc. owns Armstrong Havarti. Headquarters are at Suite 2900, 1000 de la Gauchetiere Street West, Montreal. The shares trade as SAP.
What does Armstrong Havarti taste like?
Mild, buttery, and sweet. Armstrong Havarti is described as creamy, and the page says it melts in paninis and baked dishes.
Can you freeze Armstrong Havarti?
The brand says no. Armstrong no longer advises freezing its dairy foods. Texture can change, and complaints after a freeze are not accepted.
What sizes can you buy?
Two sizes. Armstrong Havarti is listed at 400 g and 600 g. There is no 200 g or 1.35 kg block on this page.
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