MilkLab Unveils New Lactose-Free Milk at Woolworths: A Revolution in Dairy Digestibility and Taste

MilkLab, a subsidiary of Noumi, has launched a new reformulated lactose-free milk at Woolworths in response to increasing consumer preference for lighter, easily digestible dairy options.

Advanced Filtration for Healthier Milk

MilkLab’s innovative product uses ultrafiltration technology, which processes milk through fine membranes. This concentrates the milk’s natural protein and fat content while lowering the levels of lactose sugar. The end product contains 9 grams of sugar per serving, marking a 25 per cent reduction compared to the average 12 grams found in conventional dairy milk. Beyond simply reducing sugar, this process also enhances the milk’s texture and its ability to produce foam in hot coffee.

Natalie Latimore, MilkLab’s head of marketing, emphasizes the brand’s commitment to continuous product development, “Innovation at MilkLab is more than just getting it ‘good enough’. Rather, we strive for perfection. MilkLab’s success depends on close collaboration with roasters, baristas, and our retail partners. This ensures that by the time our product reaches the consumer’s cup or shopping cart, it has been refined to the highest standard.”

Long-term Development for Superior Lactose-free Milk

The new lactose-free milk is the culmination of a three-year development process involving 12 rounds of trial formulations. The process included consumer testing in conjunction with Deakin University and validation testing in association with commercial coffee roasters.

MilkLab’s Lactose-Free 1L milk is now available in a long-life format at Woolworths stores and is also being supplied to commercial cafes throughout the country.

In other company news, Noumi, MilkLab’s parent company, transitioned to private ownership last month following an agreement with its largest shareholder to purchase all remaining shares.