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Horizon Organic Milk 6 Pack, Lowfat Chocolate
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Horizon Organic Milk 6 Pack, Lowfat Chocolate

Horizon Organic
48 foz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
8g
Protein
22g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
26
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Horizon Organic Lowfat Chocolate Milk 6-pack is a shelf-stable boxed milk product aimed at busy families and school lunches. You’ll most often spot it on a grocery store shelf in the center-aisle beverage section near juice boxes, shelf-stable milks, and single-serve drinks, or grouped with other organic/snack items rather than in the chilled dairy case. It reads like a kid- and parent-friendly option: small carton format, easy-open straw, and marketing calling out USDA Organic, pasture-raised cows, and added vitamins. The brand leans into wholesome, family-focused positioning — organic credentials, non-GMO feed claims, and convenience messaging that targets parents packing lunchboxes, caregivers on the go, and people looking for a grab-and-go source of calcium and protein. Label characteristics include clear organic certification seals, “lowfat,” added Vitamin A and D, and front-of-pack claims like “no refrigeration required” and “excellent source of calcium,” creating a health-halo despite added sugars. In plain processing terms this is a shelf-stable UHT milk product with added sugar, cocoa, a stabilizer (gellan gum) and natural flavors. Sensory experience is familiar chocolate milk: smooth, slightly viscous, sweet (22 g sugar per serving) with a cocoa-forward flavor and a thin, creamy mouthfeel; each tiny carton is quiet and ritualistic — slip into a lunchbox, pop the straw, or sip after a weekend activity. This product sits culturally between nostalgic school-day treats and modern organic convenience, offering an indulgent but marketed-as-wholesome option for active families and time-pressed shoppers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Total Sugars22g
Added Sugars10g20%
Protein8g
* 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

GRADE, A, LOWFAT, ORGANIC, MILK,, ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR,, ORGANIC, COCOA, (PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI),, ORGANIC, COCOA,, GELLAN, GUM,, ORGANIC, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, SALT,, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE,, VITAMIN, D3..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Shelf-stable UHT processing, added cane sugar, processed cocoa, stabilizer (gellan gum), and natural flavors are characteristic of ultraprocessed products, with industrial formulation and packaging driving a NOVA 4 classification.

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Common Questions about Horizon Organic Milk 6 Pack, Lowfat Chocolate

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Horizon Organic Chocolate Milk is a good source of protein and calcium, which are great for growing bodies. However, it does have added sugars, so if you're watching your sugar intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

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