How does Vio milk drink compare to other plant-based milk alternatives?
Vio is not a plant-based milk. It is a Coca-Cola drink made from dairy milk, test-marketed as a carbonated, flavored milk in the US from 2009 and launched as a flavored milk in India in 2016. So it compares with flavored dairy milk, not with soy, almond, oat or cashew milk. If you want a plant milk, compare protein, calcium and sugar on the label.
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Is Vio milk a plant-based milk?
No. Vio is a milk-based drink from The Coca-Cola Company. The US version, test-marketed from 2009, was dairy milk mixed with flavored carbonated water, in flavors such as Citrus Burst, Peach Mango, Very Berry and Tropical Colada. Reviews were mixed, and it was reported to be still made in limited quantities in 2010. In India, Coca-Cola launched a separate flavored milk called Vio in 2016, in saffron and almond flavors, in 200 ml packs; it is not the same product as the US fizzy one. Availability today differs by country and we could not confirm current status, so check local stores.
What was in Vio?
A 2010 taste test reported about 26 g of sugar per 8 oz bottle and a calcium claim of 15 percent of the daily value. Those figures come from a magazine review of the early US product, not from a current label, so read the pack in your hand. Earlier claims that Vio was made from oats, rice or pea protein, or that it was sugar free, do not match what we could verify.
How do plant milks compare with each other?
Plant milks differ widely. The table uses one brand of each from a UK consumer test, so treat it as an example, not a rule.
| Milk per 100 ml | Protein | Calcium |
|---|---|---|
| Cow’s milk (semi-skimmed) | 3.6 g | 120 mg |
| Soy (one brand) | 3.3 g | 120 mg |
| Almond (one brand) | 0.5 g | 120 mg |
| Cashew (one organic brand) | 0.7 g | not listed |
Soy is the closest to dairy for protein. Almond and cashew milks are low in protein. Calcium in plant milks is usually added, so organic or unfortified versions may have none.
What should you check on the label?
- Protein: compare grams per 100 ml or per cup.
- Calcium and vitamins B12 and D: look for fortification if the milk replaces dairy.
- Sugar: choose unsweetened or lower-sugar versions.
- Allergens: soy, nuts and milk are common allergens; Vio contains dairy.
Who should avoid Vio-style drinks?
Anyone avoiding dairy, lactose or milk protein, and vegans, should skip it. If you need a dairy-free option, pick a labeled plant milk instead.
People also ask
Is Vio milk vegan or dairy-free?
No. Vio is a milk-based drink, so it contains dairy and is not vegan.
What is Vio milk drink?
A Coca-Cola flavored milk. The US test version from 2009 was fizzy; the Indian version launched in 2016 is a flavored milk in saffron and almond flavors.
Which plant milk has the most protein?
Soy milk is usually the highest among common plant milks. Check the label, because brands differ.
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