Almond Breeze Almondmilk, Original, Unsweetened
Why It Scored This Way
Good overall nutrition gives this product clear value, though some processing or minor tradeoffs keep it from ranking higher.
- Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
- Protein
Verdict
Almond Breeze Almondmilk, Original, Unsweetened is a shelf-stable beverage designed as a dairy alternative. Its main strength is the absence of added sugars, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it functions as a light, low-calorie liquid base for various plant-based preparations.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Use it as a creamy base for a morning smoothie bowl or stir it into a batch of overnight oats.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by very low calories and minimal saturated fat, though it provides negligible amounts of protein and fiber.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 30 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 2.5g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 170mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs | 1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 2% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 5mcg | 25% |
| Calcium | 450mg | 35% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 160mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from filtered water and almonds, fortified with a blend of vitamins and minerals. The inclusion of gellan gum and natural flavors ensures a consistent texture and taste typical of a processed beverage.
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).
