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Danone North America has expanded its Silk portfolio with new Silk Extra Creamy Almond milk, joining the brand's extensive alt-dairy range. The new plant-based release is made with a blend of three different kinds of almonds for a silky-smooth taste and apparently has 50% more calcium than reduced-fat milk, zero grams of cholesterol and is an excellent source of calcium and vitamin E. The milk is available in Unsweet and Original variations and will join the company's range of almond products, which includes beverages, coffee creamers and yoghurt alternatives. Derek Neeley, vice president of marketing for Silk, said: "We’re thrilled to introduce Silk Extra Creamy Almond milk to Silk’s almond portfolio, just in time for the new year. Almond is a great way to start your plant-based journey and our new Extra Creamy almond milk, along with our almond-based coffee creamers and yogurt alternatives, offers options to incorporate plant-based products throughout the day." The new launch is available for an RRP of $3.49 per carton in the US.