Certified Cheese Professional Practice Exam

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What is the average fat percentage of sheep milk?

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The correct answer is: 6%

The average fat percentage of sheep milk is typically around 6%. Sheep's milk is known for its higher fat content compared to cow's and goat's milk, making it particularly suitable for cheese production, as the richness contributes to a creamier texture and enhanced flavor profile in cheeses like Pecorino and Roquefort. Sheep milk provides vital nutrients and its relatively higher fat content helps in the development of various cheese characteristics such as mouthfeel and aging process. This fat content is a significant aspect for cheese makers, influencing both yield and flavor development as the milk is transformed into cheese. In contrast, the other options present lower fat percentages that are more typical of cow's or goat's milk, which reflect their different compositions and contribute to key differences in the resulting cheese products.