This High-Fat Milk Is Hard To Find, But Costco Shoppers Have Spotted It In Stores

For many American shoppers, milk holds a permanent place on the shopping list. There's a reason it's always at the back of the grocery store – retailers know you will make a special trip for it, passing all sorts of tempting impulse buys on the way. Costco shoppers throughout the country have found an unexpected treat as of late when hitting the dairy case: 6% fat whole milk, an uncommon discovery when it comes to stock carried by American retailers. Redditors in California, North Carolina, and Illinois, among others, have spotted gallons of Amul Gold milk, which is distinguished by having a higher fat percentage than what is normally sold as whole milk in the United States.

Whole cow's milk is 3.25% milkfat by volume, while 2% and 1% are, as the name suggests, lower in fat. Skim milk is 0% fat, as all the fat has been "skimmed" off. Half-and-half, cream, and heavy cream all have much higher percentages of fat. This is, of course, to say nothing of the best non-dairy cow's milk alternatives, which is a totally different can of worms! Amul Gold milk is richer and thicker than normal whole milk, being nearly twice as fatty. It's an Indian brand that's, as per Reddit reports, treasured for its use in making lassis, paneer, and other South Asian foods — but it's perfect for baking, drinking, or mixing in just about anything!

Amul, the brand behind the Costco 6% milk, claims to be the largest dairy cooperative in the world. It was founded in 1946, during a time when India wasn't at all known for its dairy production. Over the last 80 years, Amul has grown into a milky powerhouse, delivering its products to over a billion people. It's doing good in its homeland, too, returning 80% of every rupee spent back to farmers of the co-op. Per The Times of India, Michigan Milk Producers Association was the player responsible for Amul's pivot to American production. Distribution of Amul milk started on the East Coast in 2024 and has gradually expanded into markets across the country that are heavy in Indian-American Costco customers.

Folks of all backgrounds can enjoy the delights of 6% milk, however, assuming you can track it down near you. You'll find that the richer milk product makes your morning coffee extra-luxurious, your breakfast cereal a rare treat, and your baked goods even more scrumptious. It's a great in-between product that skirts the line between whole milk and half-and-half, which may not be right for many kitchen needs. Amul is reportedly eyeing expansion to Costco's whole U.S. contingent of stores, so hopefully you won't have to wait long to find this special milk at a warehouse near you while you're contemplating the best Costco food court hacks!