Almond Breeze Almondmilk, Original
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Protein
Verdict
Almond Breeze Almondmilk, Original is a sweetened plant-based beverage designed for drinking or cooking. Its main strength is the addition of calcium and vitamin E, while its main tradeoff is the amount of added cane sugar. Overall, it serves as a flavored liquid base rather than a nutrient-dense milk alternative.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Use it as a creamy base for a fruit smoothie or pour it over a bowl of vegan granola.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by low protein and fiber, with a significant portion of the calories coming from added sugars. It provides a low-fat option, though it offers minimal satiety.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 2.5g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 150mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs | 8g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 2% |
| Total Sugars | 7g | — |
| Added Sugars | 7g | 14% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 450mg | 35% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 170mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
This beverage is built from a blend of water and almonds, sweetened with cane sugar. The formulation relies on gellan gum for texture and includes added minerals and vitamins to enhance its nutritional value.
Ingredients
Almondmilk (Filtered Water, Almonds), Cane Sugar, Calcium Carbonate, Sea Salt, Potassium Citrate, Sunflower Lecithin, Gellan Gum, D-Alpha-Tocopherol (Natural Vitamin E).
