Where can I buy acidophilus milk?
Look for sweet acidophilus milk in the refrigerated dairy case next to regular milk at larger supermarkets, or search your store's website or app for it. Availability varies, so the surest way to find it is to search by your zip code, or make a cultured version at home with a starter.
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Where can I find acidophilus milk?
Check the milk section of a large supermarket first, next to regular and lactose-free milk, rather than only the yogurt aisle. Availability varies by store and region, and some stores may not stock it. Searching the store’s website or app for sweet acidophilus milk and filtering by your location is quicker than walking the aisles.
What to look for on the label
- The words sweet acidophilus or acidophilus milk, and the culture name Lactobacillus acidophilus in the ingredients.
- The fat level: it varies, so check the label. One maker, Purity Dairies of Nashville, sells a fat-free version and says its sweet acidophilus line dates to 1976.
- The date and storage: it is a refrigerated product.
What if you cannot find it?
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Ask the store | Dairy managers can often tell you if a brand is available or can order it |
| Plain yogurt or kefir with live cultures | Different cultures, but also cultured dairy; NCCIH notes yogurt contains probiotics |
| Make your own | Utah State University Extension publishes a home method using an acidophilus starter culture and whole milk, 12 to 24 hours at 104 to 113 degrees F |
Buying tips
- Check the date before buying and keep it cold on the way home.
- Do not assume cultured and sweet versions are interchangeable in a recipe; the cultured one is thicker and tangier.
- If you are allergic to milk, avoid it. If you have a weakened immune system or serious illness, ask a health care provider before taking probiotic products.
This page does not rank brands or name stores, because stock changes by location.
People also ask
Is acidophilus milk sold in regular grocery stores?
Some larger supermarkets may carry it, but availability varies. Check your store's website or app.
Where in the store is acidophilus milk?
In the refrigerated milk case, usually near regular milk.
Can I make acidophilus milk at home?
Yes, with an acidophilus starter and whole milk, following a tested method such as USU Extension's.
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