Hemp milk facts for kids
A glass of hemp milk, pictured with hemp seeds
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Hemp milk, also called hemp seed milk, is a type of plant milk. It is made from hemp seeds that are soaked and then ground up in water. The drink looks, feels, and tastes a lot like regular milk.
Hemp plants are often grown organically, which means without harmful chemicals. Plain hemp milk can be made sweeter or given different flavors. Many people who enjoy coffee say that hemp milk works well for making latte art. They also find its texture is quite similar to cow's milk.
How Hemp Milk is Made
Making hemp milk is quite simple! You need hemp seeds, water, and a blender or juicer. Some recipes also suggest adding ground vanilla or vanilla extract for extra flavor. You might also want to add a type of sweetener to make it taste better.
Once all the ingredients are in the blender, they are mixed together until smooth. After blending, some people pour the hemp milk through a cheesecloth and strainer. This step helps to make the milk even smoother and more refined. However, this part is completely optional.
What's Inside Hemp Milk?
Hemp seeds have been eaten by people for a very long time. Hemp milk is a safe choice for those who have soy or milk allergies.
In a 100 millilitres (3.5 imp fl oz; 3.4 US fl oz) serving, hemp milk has about 46 calories. It contains 3 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of fat, and 2 grams of protein. While it's a good source of energy, hemp milk does not have large amounts of other important micronutrients.
