Plant-based milk has exploded in the last decade, with almond and oat dominating the dairy aisle, and soy hanging around as the classic option. But there’s a new kid on the block. The latest dairy alternative is chia milk, made from the same nutrient-dense seeds you’ve tossed into smoothies, pudding, or overnight oats. Chia milk might be the most balanced alternative milk yet.
Seeds of Wellness is rolling out its first-ever chia milk exclusively at select Costco stores across the West Coast, Hawaii, and Alaska, as well as nationwide on Amazon. It’s a new option that could shake up the plant-based milk aisle, thanks to chia’s unique combo of fiber, protein, and omega-3s—nutrients most dairy alternatives fall short on.
The New Player in Plant-Based Milk
Each cup of Seeds of Wellness Chia Milk comes in at just 25-calories, with 3-grams of protein, 4-grams of fiber, and 740-milligrams of plant-based omega-3s. That’s more fiber than oat or almond milk, more protein than rice milk, and a lower calorie count than almost anything else in the category.
The smooth texture comes from the proprietary milling process, which avoids the gelatinous “pudding” effect people associate with chia. And unlike most milks that rely on irrigation, their chia farms run on rainwater and regenerative farming practices. This makes this plant-based milk one of the most sustainable options around.
You’ll find the cartons in six-packs at Costco for about $16, or on Amazon if your area doesn’t carry it yet. Flavors are limited to Original for now, with Vanilla and Chocolate on the way.
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Chia Milk on the Breakfast Table
Costco shoppers who’ve gotten their hands on chia milk say it’s perfect in breakfast staples, especially coffee, cold brew, cereal, and overnight oats. One Reddit reviewer noted that the slight natural sweetness (due to chicory root fiber, not added sugar) made it a good fit for iced coffee.
Some people said it works well in oats or smoothies, though it fell short when frothed for lattes. A handful mentioned a bitter aftertaste, but most agreed the nutrition stats were the selling point for a low-calorie milk alternative.
If you’re used to almond or oat milk, chia milk lands somewhere in the middle on creaminess—lighter than soy, not as thin as rice. It’s a versatile base that’s easy to pour over cereal, holds up well for protein shakes, and is mild enough for baking. For anyone looking to change up their morning routine, chia milk offers a nutrient-dense alternative.
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