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Spelt specialist Sharpham Park has expanded its portfolio with the introduction of two new organic milk alternatives. The new Spelt Barista and Naked Oats & Spelt are made with organic spelt from the Sharpham Park Farm & Mill in Somerset, UK. Described as “creamy, refreshing and light,” the new barista drink was developed in partnership with coffee professionals and baristas, and has an RRP of £2.50 for 1 litre. Meanwhile, the Naked Oats & Spelt drink can be enjoyed on its own, with cereal, or in smoothies and baking. The beverage features Sharpham-grown oats and spelt, and has an RRP of £1.95 per litre carton. According to Sharpham Park, naked oats contain up to 20% natural protein compared to 12% in traditional oats, and are high in beta-glucan, antioxidants and lysine. Sharpham Park founder, Roger Saul, said: “We are thrilled to be launching our new organic spelt drinks to the market and expanding our existing food product range. Consumers are increasingly turning to spelt for health and taste benefits with demand soaring in recent years. “We remain committed to producing the finest British spelt products using regenerative organic practices from our Somerset-based farm and look forward to introducing this special grain to a wider audience across the UK – we’re confident they’re going to be well received.” Sharpham Park says that the environmental impact of farming its spelt is one third that of cow’s milk, while spelt also uses 42% less water than other grains. The new offerings are available through Ocado from this month, as well as via Abel & Cole, Good Club, Planet Organic and the company’s website.