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Remilk, an Israel-based precision fermentation company producing dairy proteins without animals, has partnered with Gad Dairies to launch The New Milk – a cow-free milk alternative identical in taste and functionality to conventional dairy.

The initial lineup includes a Barista Milk for foodservice and two consumer products: a classic milk and a vanilla-flavoured variant.

Remilk produces its milk proteins via microbial fermentation, creating β-lactoglobulin identical to that found in cow’s milk but without using animals. The protein is already approved by regulators including the US FDA, Israel’s Ministry of Health and authorities in Canada and Singapore.

Unlike plant-based substitutes, The New Milk replicates the taste, texture and functionality of dairy, while remaining lactose-free, cholesterol-free and kosher-pareve. It is fortified with calcium and vitamins and contains 75% less sugar than conventional milk.

The launch follows more than five years of R&D and over $150 million invested in Remilk’s patented fermentation platform.

Aviv Wolff, founder and CEO of Remilk, said: “We founded Remilk with a clear vision – to create a better, healthier and tastier world through real milk made without cows. Today, in a remarkable global milestone, that vision is becoming a reality: The New Milk is launching in Israel."

"Our partnership with Gad Dairies, a brand with an unmatched culinary legacy, is the natural next step to ensure the highest-quality, best-tasting products. We’re proud of this collaboration that bridges vision and innovation with uncompromising taste and quality.”

Amir Aharon, CEO of Gad Dairies, added: “Our collaboration with Remilk represents a global breakthrough for Gad – milk born from advanced science and technology, yet rooted in decades of culinary tradition. The New Milk proves that it’s possible to combine premium quality, sustainability and industrial innovation without sacrificing taste."

"This is a defining moment for the dairy category. For us, The New Milk is more than a product, it’s a historic milestone where generations of dairy tradition meet groundbreaking technology. It continues Gad’s commitment to placing taste and quality at the centre.”

The product is rolling out this week across cafés, restaurants and hotels in Israel, with retail launches scheduled for January 2026.