Califia Farms Almondmilk, 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.
- Sodium
- Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
- Protein
Verdict
Califia Farms Almondmilk, Unsweetened is a plant-based milk alternative designed for versatility in drinks and cooking. Its main strength is the low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it serves as a light, neutral liquid base for various plant-based applications.
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 savory vegan porridge.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is very low in calories and saturated fat, though it provides minimal protein and fiber per serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 35 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 3g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 140mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs | 1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 2% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 4.4mcg | 20% |
| Calcium | 440mg | 30% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 35mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from a blend of water and almonds, fortified with vitamins and minerals. The addition of sunflower lecithin and industrial gums like guar and gellan creates a stabilized, consistent texture.
Ingredients
Almondmilk (Water, Almonds), Calcium Carbonate, Sunflower Lecithin, Sea Salt, Natural Flavor, Guar Gum, Gellan Gum, Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D2, Potassium Citrate.
