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Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Almond Milk, Unsweetened Vanilla
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Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Almond Milk, Unsweetened Vanilla

Blue Diamond
32 foz
Available at Foodtown
30
Calories
1g
Protein
170mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
20
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Unsweetened Vanilla (32 fl oz) is a familiar sight in the refrigerated dairy-alternative aisle, shelved alongside other plant milks—almond, oat, and soy—as well as near creamers and specialty coffee milks. Shoppers reach for it on weekday morning runs for coffee and cereal or when stocking the fridge for baking and smoothies. The brand positions itself as a mainstream, family-friendly alternative to dairy: American, approachable, and aimed at health-conscious consumers and those avoiding dairy for allergy, ethical, or lifestyle reasons. Packaging leans on clean, modern branding and calls out “unsweetened” and “vanilla” to create a low-calorie, flavorful halo; front-panel nutrition cues (low calories, often calcium-fortified) give it a healthful cachet, though it is not marketed as organic. There’s no overt kid-focused cartooning—this product reads as adult-oriented and practical rather than playful. In plain processing terms, the beverage is a manufactured almond-based drink made by blending almonds with water and adding minerals, stabilizers, and flavorings to create a consistent, shelf-ready product. Sensory-wise it pours thin but smooth, with a light creamy mouthfeel and a soft vanilla aroma; it easily blends into coffee, cereal, and smoothies without curdling, and is often kept in the fridge for quick pour-and-go rituals. The carton format with a resealable cap supports everyday convenience—morning coffee, school lunches, and quick baking substitutions—while the ingredient list (natural flavors, gellan gum, emulsifiers) signals a processed but convenient pantry staple in contemporary American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 4
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,, Natural, Flavors,, Sea, Salt,, Potassium, Citrate,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Gellan, Gum,, 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 multiple industrial ingredients and additives (natural flavors, gellan gum, sunflower lecithin, minerals) and is reformulated for stability and consistency, aligning with NOVA ultra-processed criteria. The product is a manufactured plant-based beverage rather than a minimally processed food.

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Common Questions about Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Almond Milk, Unsweetened Vanilla

Healthiness can be subjective, but Almond Breeze Unsweetened Vanilla is a low-calorie option with just 30 calories per cup and no added sugars. It's a great alternative to dairy milk if you're looking to reduce calories or sugar intake, but remember, it's low in protein compared to cow's milk. So, if you're seeking a protein-packed beverage, you might want to pair it with something else!

Perfect For

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