How does the cost of pea milk compare to other milk alternatives?

How does pea milk cost compare to other plant milks?

Pea milk is typically a premium plant milk. A Food Dive article from September 2017 reported Ripple, a pea milk brand, at $5.99 a quart, which it said was about $1 more than soy milk and about 30 percent more than organic cow’s milk. That article is old and prices have changed, so use it only as a sign of the pricing pattern, not as a current price. We did not find reliable current price data for oat, almond or soy milk to publish a side-by-side table.

Why can pea milk cost more?

• It is a newer product with fewer makers than soy or almond milk.
• Brands position it as a high-protein alternative: the article cites 8 grams of protein per serving, roughly on par with soy and cow milk and well above almond milk.
• Fortified, shelf-stable cartons cost more than basic ones.

How do you compare prices fairly?

1. Find the size in fluid ounces on the carton (for example 32, 48 or 64 oz).
2. Divide the price by the ounces to get the price per ounce.
3. Compare the same type: unsweetened with unsweetened, refrigerated with refrigerated.
4. Compare protein per serving as well, since pea and soy milk give more than almond milk.

How can you save money?

• Buy larger cartons or multipacks when you will use them before the date.
• Use store brands, if available, for cooking and baking.
• Watch for coupons and sales, which can lower the price per ounce significantly.
• Keep pea milk for coffee or smoothies where protein matters, and use a cheaper milk for cereal.

Is cheaper always better?

Not necessarily. Check calcium and vitamin D fortification on the label if the milk replaces dairy, and note that sweetened versions add sugar. People with a pea or legume allergy should ask their doctor before trying pea milk.