The ultimate guide to vegan milk?
Customers are choosing vegan milk as an alternative to dairy milk at a growing rate as the popularity of vegan milk continues to accelerate across the UK. In this article we lift the lid on the vegan milk options we stock
Why opt for plant-based milk?
One of the main reasons for switching to non-dairy milk over dairy milk is deciding to follow a vegan diet. However, other reasons for customers choosing milk alternatives can be extremely varied. Some people are simply allergic to dairy milk (usually lactose) and can experience an allergic reaction when they drink it. Others may switch from dairy because they don’t like the texture or the way it tastes or smells.
Some common reasons to drink vegan milk
- Lactose intolerance
- Dairy milk allergies
- Vegan diet / lifestyle
- Crohn’s, colitis or IBS
- Ethical reasons
A final few words about milk alternatives…
It is essential to offer your customers a milk alternative when ordering cappuccinos and lattes. Gone are the days when you had to only offer one alternative (usually soya). Now there are plenty of different options that customers expect to see on the menu.
Plant-based milk is still on the rise and with continued investment and development, these products easily compete with milk in areas such as taste, thickness and nutrition.
In conclusion, making the switch to milk alternatives is a journey for customers, and the more options you can offer, the easier you make it for the customers to try, choose and enjoy!
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