Great Value Whole Milk, 1 Gallon – Fresh Daily Dairy
Our Great Value Whole Milk brings you the rich, creamy taste your family loves at a price that fits your budget. Sourced from trusted American dairy farms, each gallon contains Grade A pasteurized milk with 3.25% milkfat for that full-bodied flavor perfect for drinking, cooking, and baking.
Fortified with vitamin D to support calcium absorption, our whole milk provides 8 grams of protein per serving to fuel your day. The convenient gallon jug with easy-pour handle makes it simple to serve breakfast cereal, blend smoothies, or add to your favorite recipes. We take pride in delivering fresh dairy quality that meets strict safety standards while keeping your grocery costs down.
Whether you’re pouring glasses for the kids, whitening your morning coffee, or creating homemade mac and cheese, Great Value Whole Milk is the versatile kitchen staple that never compromises on taste or nutrition.
What’s in every gallon
Nutrition & Fortification
Great Value Whole Milk provides essential nutrients your body needs every day. Each 8-ounce serving delivers 150 calories with 8 grams of high-quality protein to support muscle health and keep you feeling satisfied. You’ll get 30% of your daily calcium requirement in every glass, crucial for maintaining strong bones and teeth throughout life.
We fortify our milk with vitamin D to help your body absorb calcium more effectively. This fat-soluble vitamin also supports immune function and overall wellness. The 3.25% milkfat content provides fat-soluble vitamins A and D naturally present in dairy, along with the rich taste and creamy texture whole milk is known for.
Storage & Freshness Guidelines
Proper storage keeps your Great Value Whole Milk tasting fresh from purchase through the last pour. Always refrigerate immediately after purchase and maintain your refrigerator temperature at 38°F or below for optimal freshness and safety.
Keep the milk in its original jug rather than transferring to another container. The dated jug is designed to protect against light and contamination while the sell-by date printed on the label helps you track freshness. For best quality, consume within 7 days of opening, even if the sell-by date extends further.
Cooking & Baking Applications
Everyday Kitchen Uses
Great Value Whole Milk’s 3.25% milkfat content makes it ideal for recipes requiring rich texture and flavor. Use it to create creamy mashed potatoes, velvety béchamel sauce, or indulgent hot chocolate that coats your mug. The natural fat content helps emulsify ingredients and adds body to soups, chowders, and cream-based pasta dishes.
Bakers appreciate whole milk for producing tender cakes, moist muffins, and flaky biscuits. The milkfat contributes to crumb structure while proteins help with browning and flavor development. From pancake batter to custard-based desserts, our whole milk performs consistently in both stovetop and oven applications.
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Common Questions About Great Value Whole Milk
Great Value Whole Milk stays fresh for up to 7 days after opening when stored properly in your refrigerator at 38°F or below. Always keep the milk in its original jug with the cap tightly sealed between uses.
The sell-by date printed on the jug indicates peak freshness if unopened, but once opened, the 7-day guideline applies even if the date is further out. Trust your senses – if the milk smells sour or has an off taste, discard it regardless of the date.
Great Value Whole Milk comes from cows not treated with rBST (recombinant bovine somatotropin), an artificial growth hormone. According to FDA guidelines, no significant difference has been shown between milk from rBST-treated and non-treated cows.
All milk naturally contains small amounts of hormones that cows produce on their own, which is normal and safe. Our commitment is to source from farms that don’t use artificial growth hormones, meeting customer preferences for dairy products with fewer interventions.
The primary difference is fat content. Great Value Whole Milk contains 3.25% milkfat, giving it a rich, creamy taste and fuller body. Our 2% Reduced Fat Milk contains 2% milkfat, offering 37% less fat per serving while maintaining essential nutrients like protein, calcium, and vitamin D.
Both options provide the same 8 grams of protein and 30% daily value of calcium per serving. Choose whole milk for richer flavor in recipes and beverages, or 2% if you’re managing fat intake while still enjoying real dairy nutrition.
Yes, you can freeze Great Value Whole Milk for up to 3 months, though the texture may change slightly upon thawing. The milk may separate or become slightly grainy because freezing disrupts the fat emulsion.
To freeze, pour out about one cup from the gallon jug to allow for expansion, then seal tightly. Thaw in the refrigerator for 24-36 hours before use. Shake well after thawing to reincorporate any separation. Frozen and thawed milk works best in cooking and baking rather than drinking straight.
Great Value Whole Milk is sourced from trusted American dairy farms that meet our quality and safety standards. We work with regional dairy cooperatives across the United States to ensure fresh milk reaches stores quickly while supporting domestic agriculture.
All our milk suppliers must comply with strict federal and state regulations for dairy production, animal welfare, and food safety. Regular testing and quality checks throughout the supply chain ensure every gallon meets our standards before reaching your refrigerator.
Yes, Great Value Whole Milk jugs are made from HDPE plastic (resin code 2), which is widely recyclable. Most curbside recycling programs accept clean milk jugs – simply rinse the empty jug, replace the cap, and place it in your recycling bin.
Recycling guidelines vary by location, so check with your local waste management program for specific instructions. HDPE plastic from milk jugs is often recycled into new containers, plastic lumber, and other durable products, making it one of the most successfully recycled plastics.
No, Great Value Whole Milk contains no added sugars. The 12 grams of sugar per serving that appear on the Nutrition Facts label is naturally occurring lactose, the sugar found in all real dairy milk.
Lactose is a natural carbohydrate that provides energy and contributes to milk’s slightly sweet taste. Unlike added sugars, naturally occurring milk sugar comes packaged with protein, calcium, and other essential nutrients. Our flavored milk products like chocolate milk do contain added sugar, which is clearly labeled.