Carnation Breakfast Essentials Original nutritional drink Caramel 24-pack — ready-to-drink, 10 g protein

Carnation Breakfast Essentials Original Nutritional Drink in Caramel is a ready-to-drink breakfast beverage that delivers 10 g of protein and 21 vitamins and minerals per 8 fl oz serving.

This convenient 24-pack of caramel-flavored, ready-to-drink bottles is made for mornings, busy schedules, and anyone wanting a quick, nutrient-forward start to the day. Each eight-fluid-ounce serving supplies protein to support growth and muscle maintenance, plus a broad mix of vitamins and minerals including vitamin D, vitamin C, calcium and iron. The formula is gluten-free, kosher, free of artificial flavors and colors, and suitable for most people with lactose intolerance (not appropriate for those with galactosemia).

How does this drink fit into a busy breakfast routine?

The bottle is pre-mixed and portable, so it needs no preparation—just grab and go. It’s designed to replace or complement a traditional breakfast when time is limited.

• Ready-to-drink 8 fl oz servings that require no mixing
• Caramel flavor that works as a quick breakfast or snack option
• Single-serve bottles ideal for backpacks, lunchboxes, or office desks

What nutrition does each serving provide?

Each 8 fl oz bottle contains 10 grams of protein and a spectrum of 21 vitamins and minerals to support everyday nutrient needs. It highlights vitamin D and calcium levels that compare favorably with common dairy items.

• 10 g protein per serving to help build and maintain muscle
• 21 vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and vitamin D
• Contains calcium and iron along with other essential micronutrients

Are there dietary considerations I should know about?

The drink omits artificial flavors and colors and is labeled gluten-free and kosher. While it is suitable for many people with lactose intolerance, it is not meant for individuals with galactosemia.

• No artificial flavors or colors
• Gluten-free and kosher certified
• Suitable for lactose intolerance; not for galactosemia patients

How does this product compare to common dairy options?

On a per-serving basis, the caramel Original formula delivers notably higher amounts of some nutrients versus typical dairy choices. For example, it provides multiple times the vitamin D found in an 8 fl oz glass of skim milk and more calcium than a 5.3 oz serving of Greek yogurt.

• Three times the vitamin D versus an 8 fl oz skim milk reference
• Approximately double the calcium of a 5.3 oz Greek yogurt reference
• Convenient bottled format versus refrigerated dairy items

Who is this for: Carnation Breakfast Essentials Original Caramel nutritional drink is aimed at families, busy adults, students, and anyone seeking a nutrient-rich, portable breakfast option. It’s useful when mornings are rushed, for after-school snacking, or as an on-the-go supplement to support daily nutrient intake without cooking or measuring.

Ingredients

WATER, GLUCOSE SYRUP, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SUGAR, CANOLA OIL, AND LESS THAN 2% OF VITAMINS AND MINERALS*, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, CELLULOSE GEL AND GUM, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, STEVIA LEAF EXTRACT, CARRAGEENAN *VITAMINS AND MINERALS: MAGNESIUM PHOSPHATE, POTASSIUM CITRATE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM ASCORBATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, CHOLINE BITARTRATE, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, ASCORBIC ACID, FERROUS SULFATE, DL-ALPHA TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, NIACINAMIDE, ZINC SULFATE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, MANGANESE SULFATE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, RIBOFLAVIN, THIAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE, COPPER SULFATE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, FOLIC ACID, POTASSIUM IODIDE, VITAMIN K1, SODIUM MOLYBDATE, BIOTIN, CHROMIUM CHLORIDE, VITAMIN D3, SODIUM SELENITE, VITAMIN B12