The farmer-owners of Tillamook are proud to bring you this perfectly rich, creamy white cheddar, blended with savory roasted garlic. What's in a Name? "Tillamook" is a Native American word for "land of many waters." Most of the people who live here pronounce it "TILL-a-mook." Our dairy cows however usually prefer to say "Till-a-MOOO." Anchors A-Whey. In 1855, we launched the schooner Morning Star to carry fresh dairy products from Tillamook, Oregon up the coast to Portland. Now our cheese returns the favor by carrying a small Morning Star on each label. Made with milk from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones. The FDA has stated that no significant difference has been shown between milk derived from rBST treated and non-rBST treated cows. Farmer Owned Since 1909 The Best Taste Every Day Contains No Animal Rennet (Vegetarian) 10 Slices Smile. You're About to Eat Tillamook Cheese.