Hope and Sesame Sesamemilk is on a mission to change the world, one tiny seed at a time!
We're on a mission to change the world, one tiny seed at a time! Hope and Sesame started out as a group of friends with the dream to make plant-based food and beverage options more delicious, nutritious, and sustainable. Today, we're the proud creato
Use sesamemilk any way you currently use plant milk or dairy milk, including in baking, hot beverages, cooking, smoothies, you name it. A lot of folks drink our Chocolate and Chocolate Hazelnut by the glass; we recommend using the Unsweetened flavors
Nutritious: A one-cup serving (8 oz) of Hope & Sesame sesamemilk (not including Barista Blend, which is formulated specifically to perform at a cafe level). contains 8g of complete protein, with all 9 essential amino acids represented in a balanced p
A one-cup serving (8 oz) of Hope & Sesame sesamemilk contains 8g of complete protein, with all 9 essential amino acids represented in a balanced profile, similar to dairy milk, and meet the FDA standards for ‘good source of protein, ‘excellent source
When our ‘pantry-friendly’ shelf-stable sesamemilk is produced, each carton has 12 months of shelf life ending on the ‘best by’ date printed on the carton. After opening, please keep refrigerated and consume within 7-10 days. When our refrigerated se
Like many similar shelf-stable beverages, we use Tetra Pak cartons created to keep beverages preserved for long periods of time without refrigeration. This means we can distribute these products without the cost and environmental impact of refrigerat
Yes, our Tetra Pak cartons are recyclable throughout the United States. Here is more information on Tetra Pak and recycling: https://www.tetrapak.com/en-us/sustainability/carton-recycling. Our refrigerated sesamemilk bottles are recyclable wherever P
Yes, you certainly can use sesamemilk in coffee and tea; a lot of folks do, the flavors pair extremely well (try Chocolate sesamemilk in coffee for an EXCELLENT mocha!). But our regular sesamemilks are not specifically designed for that use. For best
In the US, ‘milk’ is commonly used to refer to how the product is used and plant-based beverages that are specifically intended as dairy milk replacements/to be used as direct alternatives to dairy milk.
Good question! One cup of sesamemilk contains the equivalent of 5,000 sesame seeds!
Hope & Sesame sesamemilk is Non-GMO Project Verified, OU (Orthodox Union) Kosher certified, Gluten-Free certified to 10 ppm by the GFCO (Gluten-Free Certification Organization) and Certified Plant-Based (vegan) by the Plant-Based Foods Association. T
Yes, by the Orthodox Union (OU).
Yes, by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO), <10 ppm.
Yes, Hope & Sesame sesamemilk is Certified Plant-Based and vegan. The organic cane sugar in our sweetened varieties is verified vegan/not filtered through bone char.
No, we do not use carrageenan.
Gellan gum is a vegan-friendly thickener that’s included in a very small amount to increase the creaminess of our sesamemilk.
Our natural flavors are a proprietary blend of essences, extracts, and other natural food materials, and are obtained via natural processes. These ingredients are non-GMO verified and are free of the top 8 allergens. We are dedicated to the health an
We use organic high oleic sunflower oil.
Other than the sesame allergen, our Unsweetened, Original, Vanilla, and Chocolate sesamemilks are free from the top 8 most common allergens: wheat (gluten), peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, soy, egg, fish, shellfish. Our Chocolate Hazelnut sesamemilk conta
Tree nuts (almond, coconut, cashew), dairy, and soy are processed on shared equipment. Crustaceans and non-gluten-free certified oats are present in the facility. Please see our Allergen Policy for more information.
At Hope & Sesame, we set out on a mission to develop highly nutritious, dairy-free products and found our ideal ingredient in the tiny but mighty sesame seed. By using this allergen-friendly seed, we’re able to create products the whole family can en
Sesame thrives in dry climates worldwide, and can be grown with very little water. Sesame is popularly cultivated in Africa, India, Asia, South America, and recently is being more widely grown in North America. Most of our sesame is from Sub-Saharan
We’re proud that the Specialty Food Association (the folks that put on the Fancy Food Shows) awarded our Chocolate Hazelnut Hope & Sesame the 2020 Best Plant Milk/Best New Product trophy! GAMA Innovation in the UK selected Hope & Sesame as a top 8 fi
Tall, leafy, and packed with sesame seed pods!. © hudiemm—E+/Getty Images.
Totally Intentional on our part. 😉. What’s the origin of ‘Open Sesame’ anyway?. Aside from opening vast hidden caves of riches, ‘Open Sesame!’ refers to the sound the seed pods make when they’re dry and ready to pop open and spread their seeds, whic
We’re not here to get in the way of your favorite non-dairy beverage but to offer a nutrient-dense and -sustainable alternative. There aren’t many almonds in almond milk which is why it’s not very expensive. Check out our sustainability page for more
We recommend using our Unsweetened flavors in recipes, smoothies, baking, etc. They are designed as a culinary product, and are best enjoyed along with sweeteners or other flavors. The true taste of sesame is quite bitter due to the sesame seed hulls
The ingredients on the nutrition facts panel are listed by most to least - sesame protein is ahead of pea protein, so there is more of the sesame protein ingredient. Beyond that, our formulation is proprietary. If you are looking for specific informa