Frequently asked questions

How long does our milk last?

This a unique question as raw milk does not go bad, it just changes! However, you can monitor your milk based on the smell and how it is stored.

Milk stored in the back of the refrigerator is likely to last anywhere from 10 to 14 days from the date it's bottled.

You can also assess the milk based on the smell. If your milk starts to have a more "sour" scent, it usually means it's going to start changing to clabber. This does not mean it is not drinkable. On the contrary, the good bacteria in the milk will allow it to become more digestible.

"Older milk" is perfect for butter, yogurt, ghee, sour cream, etc. It is not uncommon for raw milk to last 2 weeks or longer!

Read here for more details on sour milk benefits.

Can you freeze our milk?

Absolutely! We have a few families that come and pick their planned milk once a month (with advanced notice) and take it home to freeze and thaw when they need to.

How to freeze:

• If using our glass jars, please take out 1 cup of milk (minimum) per jar before sealing with the lid and freezing. Doing this allows for water molecules in the milk to expand without putting too much pressure on the glass.

• When thawing, please take out the jar of milk a minimum of 24 hours before intended use to thaw in the refrigerator. (do not thaw on the counter at room temp unless you plan to clabber your milk).

• Once milk is moveable within the jar, take the jar out and shake it to allow the cream that settles to the top with possible ice crystals to mix back into the milk for pouring.

• Use your milk as you intend!