Babybel has been sold internationally by 'The Bel Group, France' since 1952. It is the French version of Dutch Edam cheese. In 1977, the company introduced Babybel's smaller version 'Mini Babybel'. A semi-hard cheese that is made from pasteurized cow milk and packed with calcium. Each piece features a distinctive, red wax coating, ready-to-eat anytime and anywhere. Babybel is offered in seven flavors that include: Original, Sharp Original, Light, Bonbel, White Cheddar, Cheddar, and Gouda.