My journey into almond milk began here. With a little company known as Silk. They are most famous for their soy milk. However, when I discovered I was lactose intolerant, I took a different approach, going with almond milk instead. And my first foray (which has since expanded into other brands as well), was with Silk Pure Unsweetened Almond Milk.
It couldn’t have been a better way to start. With only 35 calories per cup, this is a low-cal, delicious treat that is packed with nutrients and calcium. In fact, it has 50% more calcium than regular dairy milk. This is important to me, as my mom was diagnosed with osteoporosis at a very young age and was told she had the bone density of a 90-year-old woman. So, calcium intake…a must with the women in my family. With no lactose or dairy in this product, it means that it keeps my tummy happy, no matter what I use it in.
And the taste? Light. Just a slight nutty flavor. And I like it perfectly poured into a glass and sipped. It doesn’t need to hide behind the flavors of other foods, it’s good on its own. It is smooth with only slight almond undertones. I’ve baked with it…and it does relatively well being substituted for milk in various recipes. It makes a mean white sauce for my homemade (and gluten-free) macaroni and cheese. And it does exceptionally well when paired with my cereal in the morning.
While I do love Silk’s Pure Almond, it does fall just short of being my favorite almond milk. The texture and taste of another unsweetened variety (Almond Breeze) won my heart the moment I tried it. However, this brand does fall into my budget more often, which is why it is often the one you find in my refrigerator. I can’t really criticize it…when it is made to be affordable and backs up its purchase-power with good flavor and texture.
Silk’s Unsweetened Pure Almond Milk is delicious anyway you drink it or use it. So, make some space in your refrigerator and give it a try. It won’t disappoint. Well done, Silk. Well done!
The Celiathlete 