Plant Power in Every Pour
Looking for a dairy alternative that actually tastes good in your coffee? Oatly makes oat milk and oat-based products that have won over baristas, home cooks, and cereal lovers worldwide. At Wholefood Merchants, we stock a selection of this Swedish brand's range so you can swap dairy for oat without sacrificing flavour, texture, or versatility. One carton, countless uses.
What Makes Oatly Special?
Oatly has been making oat-based products since the 1990s, pioneering the category long before plant milks hit the mainstream. The brand uses a patented enzyme technology that converts oat fibre into liquid form, creating a naturally creamy texture without excessive processing or additives.
What makes Oatly stand out from the crowded plant milk shelf is the taste. It is smooth, slightly sweet, and genuinely pleasant to drink on its own - not just tolerable as a milk substitute. The barista edition froths and steams beautifully, which is why you will find it behind the counter at cafes across Australia and around the world.
Ingredients and Process
Oats form the base of everything. Water, a small amount of rapeseed oil for body, and added vitamins and minerals round out the formula. The enzymatic process breaks down the oats into a smooth liquid that pours and behaves like dairy milk.
No dairy, no soy, no nuts. The simplicity of the ingredient list is part of the appeal. You can read the back of the carton in seconds, and nothing on it requires a chemistry degree to understand.
How It Tastes and Feels
Creamy, clean, and subtly sweet with a gentle oat flavour that complements rather than competes. In coffee, it blends smoothly without curdling and adds a pleasant roundness. On cereal, it behaves exactly like you would expect milk to behave. In cooking, it substitutes seamlessly in most recipes that call for dairy milk.
The barista edition is the standout for texture, it froths into silky microfoam that holds latte art and adds body to espresso drinks. If you have tried other plant milks and been disappointed, Oatly is worth another shot.
How to Use Oatly
Oat milk is one of the most versatile plant milks available. Here are the most popular ways to enjoy it.
In Coffee
The barista edition is designed for espresso-based drinks. Steam and froth just like dairy milk. Pour into long blacks, flat whites, or iced lattes. The oat flavour adds a subtle sweetness that pairs naturally with coffee.
On Cereal and Granola
Pour straight from the carton over your morning bowl. The creamy texture coats every piece and the flavour stays neutral enough to let your cereal or granola shine.
In Smoothies
Use as the liquid base for any smoothie recipe. Oat milk adds creaminess without the heaviness of dairy or the thinness of water. Combine with frozen banana and protein powder from Happy Way for a satisfying breakfast blend.
In Cooking and Baking
Substitute one-for-one in recipes that call for milk - pancakes, sauces, baked goods, soups. The neutral flavour means it works across sweet and savoury dishes. Bechamel, custard, and batter all turn out well.
Straight From the Glass
Chilled oat milk is genuinely refreshing on its own. Pour over ice on a warm afternoon or enjoy with a biscuit. Simple and satisfying.
Oatly for Allergy-Friendly Households
Dairy, nut, and soy allergies make kitchen planning complicated. Oatly sidesteps all three, offering a versatile base that works for most dietary requirements. Families with mixed needs can stock one carton that serves everyone - in coffee, on cereal, in cooking, and beyond. It simplifies the fridge and removes the guesswork.
Simple Swaps, Same Satisfaction
You do not need to overhaul your kitchen. Swap one thing at a time and the transition happens naturally.
In Your Morning Coffee
This is where most people start. Replace dairy with the barista edition and notice how little you miss. The texture, the froth, the way it sits in the cup - it all works. Give it a week and the old carton stops calling.
In Your Cooking
Next time a recipe calls for milk, reach for oat instead. Pancake batter, pasta sauce, overnight oats - all taste great and cook the same way. Start with recipes where milk is a supporting player rather than the star.
In Your Baking
Cakes, muffins, scones, and banana bread all adapt to oat milk without drama. Measure one-for-one and adjust nothing else. The finished product is moist, flavourful, and indistinguishable from the dairy version in most cases.
On Your Cereal
The last holdout for many people. Pour it on and give it an honest try. The creaminess is there. The flavour is there. After a few mornings, the swap feels completely normal.
Who Benefits Most
- Coffee lovers looking for a plant milk that actually froths and tastes good - pair with Nutra Organics superfood creamers for extra nutrition
- Anyone with dairy, soy, or nut allergies or intolerances
- Families wanting a single plant milk that works for everyone
- Home cooks and bakers who need a reliable dairy substitute
- Eco-conscious shoppers looking to reduce their dairy footprint - browse our pantry collection for more plant-based essentials
Simple Tips for Best Results
Shake the carton before pouring - oat milk can settle. Use the barista edition for coffee and the regular for everything else. Store opened cartons in the fridge and use within five to seven days. Do not freeze as the texture changes. Let the carton come to room temperature briefly before steaming for the best froth.
Why Shop Oatly at Wholefood Merchants?
Full Range
Barista, regular, and specialty options. Find the right oat milk for your needs.
Fast Shipping
Products ship across Australia. Melbourne metro customers can add fresh groceries for a complete weekly order.
Our Team Can Help
Not sure which Oatly product suits your routine? Our team can recommend the best option based on how you plan to use it.
Add Oatly to Your Fridge
Looking for oat milk that lives up to the hype? Oatly at Wholefood Merchants has you covered. Barista-quality froth, smooth flavour, and plant-based simplicity. Shop online and make the switch.
