Categories

Plant milks

Soy, oat, almond and other plant-based drinks. Each suits different uses.

Character by type

• Soy: highest in protein. Unadjusted and adjusted versions differ in taste and use
• Oat: handles heat well and resists splitting in coffee. Higher in carbohydrate
• Almond: low calorie, low protein
• Rice: mild and naturally sweet, few allergens
• Coconut: high fat, better for cooking than drinking

What to check

• Sweetened or unsweetened
• Whether calcium or vitamins are added
• Emulsifiers and stabilisers
• Whether it is a barista formulation