Coffee giant Starbucks is responding to growing consumer demand for milk alternatives by introducing ‘Starbucks Almondmilk’, the chain's third non-dairy menu option (following soy and coconut), which is set to roll out in the US in September 2016.
With 42 million litres of dairy alternatives consumed in 2015, health-conscious consumers are more discerning about what they drink than ever. And Down Under, soy drinks are especially popular, with the plant-based milk now more popular than energy drinks among Aussies.
Full fat? Skimmed? Lactose-free? Whichever you prefer, we’ve got lots of options when it comes to buying milk. After three years in production, Arla is now releasing a ‘Best of Both’ milk that combines the natural proteins from full fat and puts it back into skim, providing a healthier, tastier, low-fat choice.
The global shift to a Western diet rich in meat and dairy is putting unprecedented pressure on the planet to feed a growing population. Could a more sustainable diet resolve health and hunger crises around the world? And would people really be willing to switch to a greener menu?
Alpro Almond Milk: going nutty for milk alternatives
case study·
2 Jun 2015
Dairy alternatives aren’t groundbreaking. They’re drinks made from nuts or seeds, mixed with water and flavourings – and they’ve been around for centuries. But we’re slurping them at a rate of more than 42 million litres a year. So what is it about cow’s milk that’s turning the dairy market sour?