Can You Get Unpasteurized Cheese? Rules, Risks, and Flavor
                                
                                
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                                Many consumers are surprised to learn that while drinking raw milk is highly restricted in the U.S., purchasing cheese made from it is often legal. So, can you get unpasteurized cheese? Yes, but its availability is governed by specific regulations regarding aging, which impacts both safety and flavor.