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Almond Breeze Almond Milk, Unsweetened
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Almond Breeze Almond Milk, Unsweetened

ALMOND BREEZE
64 foz
Available at Foodtown
30
Calories
1g
Protein
170mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Almond Breeze Unsweetened Almond Milk is typically found in the refrigerated dairy-alternatives aisle or chilled plant-milk section of American supermarkets, shelved alongside oat, soy and other flavored almond milks. Store placement often puts it near coffee creamers and lactose-free milk so shoppers with dairy sensitivities can compare options. Occasion-wise it suits everyday breakfasts (cereal, oatmeal), coffee and tea routines, smoothie prep, light baking, and packing for school or work lunches — a low-calorie swap for cow’s milk. Brand positioning leans into health-conscious and environmentally aware culture: Blue Diamond markets family-run California almond growers, non-GMO verification, vegan and “no added sugar” claims to attract millennials, parents and flexitarians seeking familiar dairy alternatives. Label characteristics include health-halo language (“made with real California almonds,” “excellent source of vitamins D and E,” “50% more calcium than dairy”), allergen and free-from statements (dairy-free, soy-free, carrageenan-free, gluten-free), and “natural flavors” while lacking organic certification. Processing context: this is an industrially produced, fortified almond beverage — almonds blended with water and stabilized with ingredients like gellan gum and sunflower lecithin, then fortified with vitamins and minerals; it’s pasteurized and shelf-stable/refrigerated depending on packaging. Sensory details: a thin, smooth, slightly nutty liquid with light almond aroma, modest creaminess from emulsifiers, and a clean, unsweetened finish; packaged in a large 64 fl oz pour carton for pantry-to-fridge rituals. People reach for it when making coffee, pouring over cereal, or measuring for recipes, favoring its convenience and low-calorie profile.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 cup
Servings per Container: 8
Calories30
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

ALMONDMILK, (FILTERED, WATER,, ALMONDS),, CALCIUM, CARBONATE,, SEA, SALT,, POTASSIUM, CITRATE,, SUNFLOWER, LECITHIN,, GELLAN, GUM,, NATURAL, FLAVORS,, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE,, VITAMIN, D2,, D-ALPHA-TOCOPHEROL, (NATURAL, VITAMIN, E)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives (gellan gum, sunflower lecithin), fortified vitamins, and 'natural flavors' typical of industrial formulations; the product is a manufactured plant-based beverage rather than minimally processed whole foods.

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Common Questions about Almond Breeze Almond Milk, Unsweetened

Absolutely! Almond Breeze is low in calories and sugar, making it a great option for those looking to cut down on their sugar intake. It's packed with calcium and vitamin D, which are essential for bone health, but remember, 'healthy' can be subjective—what works for one person might not fit another's lifestyle.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
back-to-school
meal-prep-sunday

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