Exploring the Wide Variety of Dairy Options at Target’s New Grocery Brand
As someone who loves a good glass of milk, I was excited to hear about the launch of Target’s new grocery brand, Good & Gather. With a focus on high-quality ingredients, ethical sourcing and affordability, it seemed like the perfect option for all my dairy needs!
I headed to my local Target to gather up some Good And Gather milk and see how it compared to my usual brands. I was amazed by the wide range of options available across whole, 2%, 1% and skim varieties. They also had lactose-free and organic milks, flavored options like chocolate and strawberry, and even dairy-free alternatives like almond and oat milk.
Tasting the Full Range of Good & Gather Milks
Of course, I had to buy one of each type to conduct a proper taste test at home. I lined them all up and sampled from whole milk to skim. The whole milk was deliciously rich and creamy, while the lower fat options still maintained a smooth, satisfying texture and flavor. The chocolate milk was perfectly sweet without being overpowering. And I was pleased to find the lactose-free milk tasted just as fresh and light as the regular varieties.
Even the plant-based milks impressed me with their natural, subtle flavors. The almond milk had a light nutty taste and the oat milk was mildly sweet and grainy. Both worked great on cereal or for drinking straight. Overall, I was thrilled with the quality and variety of the Good & Gather milk range. The taste stood up against or even exceeded my previous store brands.
Checking Important Details Like Hormones, Pasteurization and Nutrition
As much as I enjoyed the tasty beverages, I also wanted to dig into the specifics of Good & Gather’s milk and understand how it’s produced. I was glad to see the label clearly stating it is “rBST-free” meaning no artificial growth hormones are used on the cows producing the milk. I also confirmed the milk is “pasteurized” to protect against harmful bacteria without stripping away good nutrients.
Glancing at the nutrition facts, a serving of Good & Gather 2% milk has 120 calories, 5g fat, 12g protein and 12g carbohydrates. It also contains 30% of the daily recommended amount of calcium and 25% for Vitamin D. This shows it is nutritionally comparable or better than conventional milk brands. I appreciated seeing full transparency about the nutritional content and production methods.
Appreciating the Attention to Freshness and Sustainability
Two other areas I wanted to highlight about Good & Gather milk were its freshness and eco-friendly packaging. During my testing, I was consistently impressed with how fresh and flavorful the milk tasted, even weeks after purchase. The bottles are clearly marked with “best by” dates to ensure you get optimal taste throughout the shelf life.
The packaging also shows sustainability in mind, using mostly recyclable plastic jugs or paper-based cartons. And the minimal packaging looks clean, modern and eye-catching in my refrigerator. It’s clear that every detail from pasture to package was well thought out with this brand.
Saving Money While Still Getting Quality
Perhaps the best discovery during my Good & Gather dairy exploration was the prices. Across the board, the milks are $2-3 less per gallon than national brand equivalents at other stores. I price compared organic and lactose-free options too, and the savings were even greater on these specialty items. Considering the attentive quality, this brand is quite a bargain!
Even without promotions or discounts, Good & Gather milk has become my go-to for saving money without sacrificing nutrition or taste. And I love that it’s an easy one-stop shop at my neighborhood Target. Overall, my milk gathering experiment was a resounding success!
Putting Good & Gather Milk to Use in My Kitchen
After doing lots of sipping and cereal dunking, I wanted to see how Good & Gather milk performed in cooking and baking. I tried making my family recipes for whole milk yogurt, creamy potato soup, fluffy pancakes and classic chocolate chip cookies. The milk delivered perfect results every time!
The yogurt came out tangy and luscious, while the soup was rich and comforting. The pancakes fluffed up tall with buttery pockets and the cookies had soft, chewy centers with crisp edges. The milk blended smoothly into sauces and batters without curdling or separating. Clearly this milk has that ideal balance of fat and protein that reacts well during heating and mixing.
Sharing with Other Dairy Lovers Looking for Options
After having such great experiences, I’ve been spreading the word and happily recommending Good & Gather milk to friends and family. My kids love picking out the fun flavors like banana or strawberry. I suggested the lactose-free kinds to relatives with dietary restrictions. And other moms are just as excited as I am about the quality and cost savings.
I’ve even got some former soy milk drinkers converted to dairy thanks to the almond and oat varieties! It’s been so rewarding to find an affordable, widely available milk that can please diverse needs and preferences. Based on the glowing feedback from those I’ve shared it with, I know Good & Gather has won over many new fans.
Still More to Explore in the Good & Gather Dairy Department
While I’m in love with the milk offerings, I’ve only just begun to explore Good & Gather’s wide dairy selection. I’m looking forward to tasting their yogurt, butter, cheeses, sour cream, whipped cream and more. If the quality on those matches what I’ve experienced with the milk, then I’m sure there will be many more winning finds ahead.
It’s exciting to think there are still new varieties, flavors and possibilities to uncover that will make it easier and tastier to get my daily dairy. And knowing Target has invested in responsibly produced dairy that doesn’t cut corners? That makes choosing Good & Gather an obvious choice. There’s simply no better place to gather all this dairy goodness!
So if you’re a milk fan like me, I enthusiastically recommend giving Good & Gather’s extensive dairy options a try. Based on everything I’ve sampled so far, you’re sure to find a new favorite! Let me know about your adventures in their dairy department – something tells me it’s just the beginning of a beautiful dairy relationship.