Is simple oat milk Vegan?

The Ingredient Breakdown

As a food scientist, I look at the source, not just the name. ORGANIC OATMILK (Filtered Water, Organic Oat Base) is the heart of this drink. It is naturally vegan and provides the creamy texture. However, we must look at the sweeteners and processing aids.

The primary flag here is ORGANIC CANE SUGAR. In the United States, some cane sugar is filtered and bleached using bone char (charred animal bones) to make it white. While organic sugar is less likely to use this method than conventional white sugar, it is not guaranteed to be 100% bone-char-free unless explicitly certified by the Vegan Society.

Other ingredients are safe. ORGANIC SUNFLOWER OIL is plant-based. GELLAN GUM is a microbial gum used for texture, not an animal product. The CALCIUM & POTASSIUM BLEND is typically mineral-based and vegan. However, strict vegans should also be aware that oats are frequently processed in facilities that also handle wheat, leading to potential cross-contamination with gluten.

Nutritional Value

From a nutritional standpoint, simple oat milk is a moderate-calorie beverage. A typical serving contains between 90 and 120 calories, derived mostly from the ORGANIC SUNFLOWER OIL and the carbohydrates in the oats.

The ORGANIC CANE SUGAR adds about 4-7 grams of added sugar per cup. While this makes the milk palatable, it contributes to your daily sugar intake. If you are monitoring blood sugar or following a strict low-sugar diet, this is a significant factor. It is fortified with calcium, making it a decent alternative for bone health, but it is not a high-protein beverage compared to soy or pea milk.