Commercial almond milk comes in sweetened, unsweetened, vanilla and chocolate flavors, and is usually fortified with micronutrients.

[7] In the United States, almond milk remained a niche health food item until the early 2000s, when its popularity began to increase.

They complain that consumers may be confused between the two, and that plant-based milks are not necessarily as nutritious in terms of vitamins and minerals.

)[citation needed] Within the Italian regions of Sicily, Apulia, Calabria, and Campania, almond milk is a protected traditional agricultural product.

In commercial production, almond milk is homogenised with high pressure and pasteurised for greater stability and shelf life.

However, certain factors, such as the temperature of the refrigerator, sterilization of the blender or storing jar, and surface cleanliness, can decide how many days you can keep it fresh.

[22] In July 2015, a class action lawsuit was filed in New York City against two American manufacturers, Blue Diamond Growers and White Wave Foods, for false advertising regarding the small quantity of almonds (only 2%) contained in the final product.

[27] Almond production in California is concentrated mainly in the Central Valley,[29] where the mild climate, rich soil, and abundant sunshine and water supply make for ideal growing conditions.

Due to the persistent droughts in California in the early 21st century, it became more difficult to raise almonds in a sustainable manner.