Hemp milk is a non-dairy, plant-based alternative to milk made from pulverized seeds of industrial hemp plants. It is high in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, protein, calcium, and vitamins. It can be used in place of dairy milk in cooking and baking.
Hemp milk is a non-dairy alternative to milk that is made from pulverizing seeds of industrial hemp plants. This product is entirely plant-based and does not contain soy, making it an acceptable drink for vegans, people who are lactose intolerant or people with soy allergies. The industrial hemp plants used to make hemp milk do not contain tetrahydrocannabinol or THC, which means that hemp milk products are not psychoactive in any way. Featuring a crazier taste and creamier texture than milk, hemp milk also boasts high levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, protein, calcium, and multiple vitamins.
Grown from industrial hemp plants, the seeds used to make hemp milk are pulverized with water and then strained to produce the thick, creamy milk. Commercial cans are typically sold in cardboard containers that are stored at room temperature until opened, at which point they must be refrigerated. Many health food stores or large grocery stores stock hemp milk in a variety of sweetened or unsweetened flavors, including plain, vanilla, and chocolate. Hemp milk can be made at home by processing hemp seeds and some water in a blender, straining the hulls through cheesecloth, and storing them in the refrigerator.
In many countries, industrial hemp can be grown and harvested legally for the purpose of making food and clothing from seeds and fibers. A notable exception is the United States, which allows the sale of imported hemp products but bans the cultivation of hemp. Proponents of industrial hemp cultivation point out that despite industrial hemp’s close association with marijuana, the plants used to make hemp milk contain so little THC that no chemicals are present in the finished products.
What is present, however, is a myriad of essential nutrients. Hemp milk is perhaps most widely applauded for its very high, well-balanced levels of essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Together, these essential fatty acids help protect against heart disease, stroke, and degenerative neurological disorders, while also boosting the immune system. Amino acids and calcium are also found in this dairy alternative, which is often fortified with vitamin B2 and vitamin D. While these nutrients are certainly beneficial for all people, they are especially important for vegans who may find it difficult to incorporate all the essential nutrients in their pet free diets.
Typically, hemp milk can be used in almost any way that dairy milk, soy milk, rice milk, or other nut-based milks can be used. The creamy drink can be consumed straight, poured over granola or cereal, blended into smoothies, or blended into coffee and tea. It can also be substituted for dairy milk in a wide variety of cooking or baking recipes.
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