There are any number of reasons why you might be exploring plant-based drinks. It might be to follow a vegan diet for example, or for personal environmental reasons or ethical beliefs. It might also be that you’ve got an allergy or intolerance to cow’s milk, and (after consulting with your healthcare provider), are exploring dairy-free options that will suit your diet.
If this is you, just a head’s up: you’ll be spoilt for choice. The big plant-based and dairy-free players like soya and oat, cashews, coconuts and almonds also make for super tasty and utterly delicious drink.
Here we’re comparing Alpro Cashew Drink and Alpro Almond Drink - from what they are and how they can be used, to their nutritional value- so that you can find the one that works for you. Just don’t ask us to pick a favourite - we love them both too much!
What are Cashew drinks?
With mild yet mouth-watering nutty flavour that enhances rather than overpowers, Alpro Cashew Drinks are a dairy-free, plant-based drink. They’re made by grinding tasty whole cashew nuts into a dreamily creamy paste, which is then blended with water to create our deliciously smooth drinks.
Just like milk, Alpro Cashew can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Seriously, go nuts. Enjoy it in hot and cold beverages for a splash of dreamy creaminess, pour it over your morning bowl of cereal, or pop it in your fruit smoothie. You can also use it in:
Pasta sauces
Curries (did someone say Korma? Yum)
Puddings and ice cream
And of course, Alpro Cashew Drink is deliciously refreshing when enjoyed on its own too. Simply scrummy.
What are Almond drinks?
Alpro Almond Drink is another tasty plant-based and dairy-free drink. Once harvested, we lightly toast our Mediterranean almonds to tease out their natural nutty flavour. We then soak them, blend them and strain them, creating a smooth and creamy almond drink. With a gentle, delicate flavour - our almond drinks are subtly nutty, and, just like our cashew, that makes them perfect for a variety of different hot and cold drinks and dishes, including:
Porridge (or simply poured over your cereal)
Smoothies and protein shakes
Cakes and sponges
Curries and sauces
Alpro Cashew vs Alpro Almond: Nutrition
Whether you choose Alpro Almond Drink or Alpro Cashew Drink, one thing you can be sure of is that both of them taste great & can also form part of a nutritious diet and are low in fats and sugars.
Both are a source of calcium, which is needed for the maintenance of normal bones. In addition, they both contain vitamin D and vitamin B12, which contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
To see exactly how the nutrition of each drink compares, take a look below. To keep things simple, the above nutritional details apply to Alpro Cashew Original and Alpro Almond Original. Don’t forget that our delicious cashew and almond drinks come in a variety of different versions, and you can explore the nutritional value of our entire range here.
Alpro Cashew Original | Alpro Almond Original |
|---|---|
Energy 98 kJ / 23 kcal | Energy 93 kJ / 22 kcal |
Fat 1.1g - Saturates 0.2g - Mono-Unsaturates 0.7g - Polyunsaturates 0.2g | Fat 1.1g - Saturates 0.1g - Mono-Unsaturates 0.7g - Polyunsaturates 0.3g |
Carbohydrate 2.6g -Sugars 2g | Carbohydrate 2.4g -Sugars 2.4g |
Fibre 0.2g | Fibre 0.4g |
Protein 0.5g | Protein 0.4g |
Salt 0.13g | Salt 0.14g |
Vitamins - Vitamin D 0.75µg - Vitamin E 1.8mg - Vitamin B2 0.21mg - Vitamin B12 0.38µg | Vitamins - Vitamin A 0.4mg - Vitamin D 0.75µg - Vitamin E 1.8mg - Vitamin B2 0.21mg - Vitamin B12 0.38µg |
Minerals - Calcium 120mg | Minerals - Calcium 120mg |
Alpro Cashew Drink vs Alpro Almond Drink
Alpro Cashew Original | Alpro Almond Original |
|---|---|
Naturally Lactose Free | Naturally Lactose Free |
100% plant-based | 100% plant-based |
Vegetarian and Vegan | Vegetarian and Vegan |
Naturally low in fat | Naturally low in fat |
Naturally low in saturated fat | Naturally low in saturated fat |
Low in sugars | Low in sugars |
A source of calcium | A source of calcium |
Source of vitamins D, E, B2 and B12. Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | Source of vitamins D, E, B2 and B12. Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. |
Fortified with a number of essential vitamins and minerals, low in sugars and fats, and suitable for a vegetarian or vegan diet - there are many reasons why both Alpro Almond and Cashew Drinks are great to enjoy as part of a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
They’re also both gluten and lactose free.
Cashew drink vs. almond drink: Which one is best?
When it comes to picking a favourite - as far as we’re concerned, everyone's a winner. Both Alpro Cashew Drink and Alpro Almond Drink taste delicious, are incredibly versatile.
You just need to decide which of the tantalising taste you prefer. And if you can’t make your mind up - choose both.
*Source of calcium. Calcium contributes to the maintenance of normal bone. A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle is important for good health.