Borden® Cheese Launches National Search for "America's Favorite Grilled Cheese"

Every Vote is a Chance to Win Free Cheese for a Year

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Borden® Cheese is launching a nationwide search to crown "America's Favorite Grilled Cheese." Now through March 24, 2026, fans can vote for one of four iconic grilled cheese sandwich recipes on WinFreeBordenCheese.com. Every vote serves as an entry to win a full year's supply of Borden Cheese and kitchen supplies, as well as the chance to win one of 100 instant win swag packs.

Why it matters

Grilled cheese is a beloved comfort food that brings people together, and Borden is tapping into that nostalgia and passion by giving fans a chance to voice their preferences and win prizes. This promotion also helps build awareness and loyalty for the Borden Cheese brand as a leader in the cheese category.

The details

The four grilled cheese sandwich contenders are: The Classic (featuring Borden American and Extra Sharp Melts), The Spicy Big Dill (with Borden American Singles, Provolone Slices, pickles, cream cheese, and ranch), The Crispy Onion & BBQ (with Borden Swiss Slices, crispy fried onions, and BBQ sauce), and The Mad Scientist (with cheesy waffles as the bread). While "America's Favorite Grilled Cheese" will be announced before National Grilled Cheese Day on April 12, 2026, Borden will also reveal its own "Grilled Cheese of the Year" as the centerpiece of the celebration.

  • The contest runs from now through March 24, 2026.
  • The winner of "America's Favorite Grilled Cheese" will be announced leading up to National Grilled Cheese Day on April 12, 2026.
  • Borden will reveal its "Grilled Cheese of the Year" on National Grilled Cheese Day, April 12, 2026.

The players

Borden® Cheese

A cheese brand that has been carefully crafting high-quality, delicious cheese for generations. Borden Cheese is owned by American dairy farm families and is part of the Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) cooperative.

Jenny Mehlman

The Senior Director of Marketing, Cheese, Taste & Flavors at Dairy Farmers of America.

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What they’re saying

“With over 25 distinct flavors and types, Borden is the authority on grilled cheese no matter how you slice it.”

— Jenny Mehlman, Senior Director of Marketing, Cheese, Taste & Flavors at Dairy Farmers of America (bakercityherald.com)

What’s next

The winner of "America's Favorite Grilled Cheese" will be announced leading up to National Grilled Cheese Day on April 12, 2026. Borden will also reveal its "Grilled Cheese of the Year" on National Grilled Cheese Day.

The takeaway

This promotion allows Borden to engage with its customers, build brand loyalty, and celebrate the beloved grilled cheese sandwich in a fun and interactive way. By giving fans a voice in choosing "America's Favorite Grilled Cheese," Borden is tapping into the passion and nostalgia surrounding this comfort food classic.