Trappist monks started producing Mont des Cats cheeses in 1890.

[2] The cheese is produced using cows milk from local sources[1] and has a fat content of 50%.

While maturing for at least two months the cheese is washed with salted water containing a dye made from annatto seeds which gives the rind its characteristic orange color.

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