Suggest a Yoghurt

k15866 on 27/11/2022 - 11:20
Last edited 27/11/2022 - 11:52

Everytime I find a yoghurt I like, it's taken off the shelves
* Live in Inner West Sydney, willing to pay extra at an IGA / independent grocer
* Preference is thicker, interesting flavours - healthy eating is not the priority
* Sugar ~15g/100g is fine, Ice cream is not fine :(

History:
Yoghurts that died :(
* Liberte - vanilla, raspberry and coffee, blueberry
* Danone - old ultimate line - strawberry cheescake, tiramisu, french apple tart
* Danone - big tubs of berry / vanilla (the small 4 packs seem wasteful and 1 serving is not enough)
* Moo - meh

Jalna - my last hope atm, it's a bit thicker than the rest and widely available

All the remaining brands seem to do the same texture and flavour and ratio of yoghurt to fruit/syrup,
Tamar Valley (havent tried since they slapped the cream labels on tubs)
Gippsland, Farmer's Union Plus, Dairy Farmers
EVIA - a bit bland but different flavours
Yoplait - ughh
Non dairy / coconut / organic types = too watery

Sorry if I curse your yoghurt….

Food & Grocery Yoghurt

Comments

  • Hybroid on 27/11/2022 - 11:43
    +19

    Farmers Union Greek Style is what you're looking for. It's had quite a price hike in Coles recently but the best smooth thickness.

    https://www.farmersunionyogurt.com.au/

    If that's still not to your liking then find a Persian grocery and get dairy from them. The white cheese and yoghurts and creams they have is incredible and cannot be found in supermarkets.

    • k15866 on 27/11/2022 - 11:54

      Thanks I'll give this one a go. I can eat Greek yoghurt but usually not big on the sourness. Lets hope the vanilla covers it up.

      • Hybroid on 27/11/2022 - 11:59
        +2

        I can't stand sour dairy at all. I don't find Greek Style to be sour. Maybe grab a small pot and try it out to see how you feel.

      • Quantumcat on 27/11/2022 - 12:50
        +2

        Try adding honey. I find farmers union yoghurt + honey + cut up fresh strawberries and blueberries absolutely delicious

      • coffeeinmyveins on 27/11/2022 - 16:42
        +3

        The vanilla won't be what covers it up. It's the sugar

      • koplik8 on 28/11/2022 - 13:14

        I cut up an apple or a banana and eat it like that

      • ribze1 on 28/11/2022 - 13:17
        +1

        Add honey to it like the Greeks do. Done.

    • HeWhoKnows on 29/11/2022 - 16:40

      If OP doest like Gippsland yoghurt (by far the best) then they are a lost cause

      But anyway
      Try five.am yoghurt OR
      Jalna Sweet and Creamy Greek yoghurt is absolutely wonderful if you want an easy eating non-fruit yoghurt

      • Hangryuman on 30/11/2022 - 15:59

        'Jalna Sweet and Creamy Greek yoghurt'

        is our current standard for yonks - 10% sugar sounds bad, but tastes nice on my unsweetened rolled oats (just soaked in boiling water from the jug) - I wait for Colesworth specials which used to be like $5.50/kg or $11/2kg bucket but price up is now more like $6/12 on special.

        I still hate the company from when I emailed them with some question about quality and I got a snide smarty-pants reply from Jalna that made me want to never buy their products again

        oh yeah, something else I can complain about - the 1kg Jalna comes with a clear plastic sheet seal - which has a tab that is not clearly visible so I have to work around the edge with my fingers until I can feel a bit of transparent plastic that sticks out enough for me to grip to tear off - that to me is lazy design and a sign of a company that doesn't really care about their customers. I buy the yoghurt but I hate the company.

      • Baghern on 30/11/2022 - 21:07

        Because its heavy sugar

        I was on it for a while, then someone pointed out the nutritional guide, yikes

    • Powlie85 on 29/11/2022 - 22:09

      Farmers union plus yogurts are nice - when half price ($1.15) extra fibre, less sugar, less fat.

    • Nillionaire on 30/11/2022 - 12:55

      Any Persian grocery reccomendations in Sydney?

      • Hybroid on 30/11/2022 - 13:03

        There's a couple on Church St in Ryde opposite the utterly fantastic Nikan restaurant.

        Paradise Supermarket: https://goo.gl/maps/iVnpCPt3kFb9cTgg6

        I think there's some in Merrylands too but not too familiar with that area.

        • Hangryuman on 30/11/2022 - 16:16

          we trained to Merrylands last week - had lunch at the RSL (meh) and bought a Napoleon cake slice from a Persian lady - and some Afghan naan/flatbread (thicker and more golden brown than others) from an Afghan lady at Green Wheat Bakery - I noted more people of Afghan-appearance than I've ever seen outside of Afghanistan so that was a nice memory.

  • garetz on 27/11/2022 - 11:45
    +11

    The only yoghurt i eat is Jalna Greek Yoghurt

    • HeWhoKnows on 29/11/2022 - 16:45
      +2

      The sweet and creamy version is heavenly

      • Sally Cinnamon on 29/11/2022 - 21:17
        +1

        I would give up my first born for this yoghurt.

        • Hasbulla on 30/11/2022 - 05:37

          How many kids do you have?

  • Nugs on 27/11/2022 - 11:53

    Paris Creek
    .

    • k15866 on 27/11/2022 - 11:57

      any thoughts on the organic vs bio-dynamic organic range?

      • Nugs on 27/11/2022 - 12:47
        +1

        wife eats the honey bio-dynamic, it is tasty
        .

        • matt-ozb on 30/11/2022 - 01:38

          Yep .. all that sugar .. I bet it is tasty

      • Hangryuman on 30/11/2022 - 16:19

        I totally fell for Paris Creek yoghurt - probably bio-dynamic - years ago when I first found it on David Jones' shelves near Pitt St Mall Sydney - it was such a clean fresh taste that I'd just inhale the stuff and felt like a breath of fresh air or rolling in snow or something

        when I've tried it more recently it somehow seemed to taste more diluted - dunno but I haven't bought it since.

  • BOGOF on 27/11/2022 - 12:30
    +10

    Chobani

  • randomusername2017 on 27/11/2022 - 13:09
    +3

    Evia - thick and creamy dessert style yoghurt

    • Sydney Guy on 27/11/2022 - 22:26
      +1

      I hate all Greek style yoghurt that I have tried; I prefer thick and creamy.

      • matt-ozb on 30/11/2022 - 01:38

        With lots of sugar and calories too, right?

    • coffeeinmyveins on 27/11/2022 - 16:43
      +2

      the strongest digestive allergen known so far

      Citation needed, dr

      • this is us on 28/11/2022 - 22:16

        "strongest digestive allergen" on Google didn't return any result… So I will wait for the citation as well…

  • k15866 on 27/11/2022 - 14:02

    thanks, you saved me from my asymptomatic allergy.

  • cookie2 on 27/11/2022 - 16:01
    +9

    Tamar yalley is the bomb. Dairy farmers is pretty decent too, with plenty of limited ed flavours (small sizes) that may interest you.the honey flavoured danone is delicious too. Otherwise considered making your own so you can play around with the flavours? If you consume a bit of it, it may be worth the prep time.

    • GandalfTheCheap on 29/11/2022 - 10:51

      Yeah yoghurt is apparently easy and fun to make.

      • Hangryuman on 30/11/2022 - 16:25

        'yoghurt is apparently easy and fun to make'

        but takes time and you end up with half the volume from the milk or somesuch - tried straining Greek yoghurt in cloth … ?

        my treat is junket - 1 tablet, 500ml milk, ~10gm sugar, made in a few minutes, sprinkle with a lot of ground nutmeg, leave to set - cool and chill in the fridge overnight - a nice late-night dessert I think may even help me sleep (tryptophan). I know many may not like the salty taste of the rennet, but I'm fine with that.

  • Melencir on 27/11/2022 - 17:08
    +1

    I usually get the Aldi pot set Greek yoghurt then add fruit or toppings. They also have a lookalike to the danone ultimate, but no idea how the taste is

  • brian77 on 27/11/2022 - 17:23
    +1

    Big fan of fiveam yoghurt, which I normally get at Woolworths, worth a try

  • Screamingeagle on 27/11/2022 - 17:40
    +2

    If you are having difficulty finding a suitable yoghurt that meets your needs, have you considered making your own at home?

    • soan papdi on 27/11/2022 - 19:50

      Easiyo is a great middle option. Commercial flavours but also easy to make at home.

    • k15866 on 27/11/2022 - 20:46
      +2

      I have considered, but still looking for a low effort option :)

      • MITM on 30/11/2022 - 13:37

        use a straw

      • Hangryuman on 30/11/2022 - 16:27

        'looking for a low effort option'

        Ben Delbow - reach into supermarket cooler, extract, walk to checkout - job done !

  • brad1-8tsi on 27/11/2022 - 19:33

    I like Jalna "single Origin Dairy" (something like that). It has a slight sweetness to it.

    I also like Farmers Union Greek Yoghurt and add my own honey.

    King Island is good too

  • kranix on 27/11/2022 - 20:33
    +2

    I buy the Woolworths High Protein Plain Yoghurt. Very affordable and you can eat it with whatever you like. The high protein makes you feel fuller… good for the waistline. There are other high-protein brands that have flavourings.

    • matt-ozb on 30/11/2022 - 01:39

      The OP wants high sugar yoghurt

  • Some Human on 27/11/2022 - 22:26

    I used to like the flavoured greek yogurt at Aldi. Haven't bought it for years though, so can't comment on how good it is now.
    I usually just buy Jalna or those ones in the little packets with the screw top that are meant for kids. They are good for the car trip to work.

  • O K on 27/11/2022 - 23:12

    Liberte raspberry and coffee was the absolute best.

    • k15866 on 29/11/2022 - 12:43

      🤤

  • Sinnerator on 28/11/2022 - 08:10
    +1

    man yoghurt

    • k15866 on 29/11/2022 - 12:43

      Thanks this looks promising!

      • k15866 on 29/11/2022 - 13:08

        need to plan a trip to Broken Hill >.>

        • FullPrice on 29/11/2022 - 16:34

          Sorry when I opened the non zoomed in google maps I thought it was everywhere.

          Most comments here are not what you are looking for. You will have to visit the posh area independants/farmers markets to find the special sydney yoghurt.

  • trankillity on 28/11/2022 - 09:54
    +5

    We swear by the Gippsland Dairy range of flavoured yoghurts. Definitely not healthy, but utterly delicious and often on sale for $5-$6 a tub.

    • k15866 on 29/11/2022 - 12:45

      Maybe I need an even more unhealthy option. I just found it didnt really hit the spot, not sure if it's the texture or the ratio of yoghurt to fruity syrup

      • trankillity on 30/11/2022 - 09:17

        You aren't just eating the yoghurt straight are you? Yoghurt is meant to be an additive to other healthier things, like cereal, granola, fruit, etc. When combined with those, it enhances the flavour.

  • Brian McGee on 28/11/2022 - 09:59

    Aldi Dairy Dream Premiere in the 1kg tub. Only 3 flavours but creamy and delicious.

    They also do a few more flavours in 4 pack tubs if you need portability.

  • rocmelon on 28/11/2022 - 10:26

    Go to a Greek deli they have imported sheep yoghurt and others not available at supermarkets.
    and try it with walnuts and honey

  • thwarted on 28/11/2022 - 10:51
    +2

    Gippsland Dairy Apple & Rhubarb Yoghurt. Huge problem though. They only come in 720g containers and once opened the magnificent taste compels me to consume the entirety in 2 or 3 sittings.

  • RogerSyd on 28/11/2022 - 10:54
    +1

    If you are looking for plain yougurt, then Jalna Greek Natural Pot set. Also, check Sharma's Kitchen which you will get at Nepalese/ Indian grocery stores

  • oz2882 on 28/11/2022 - 11:21

    Harris Farm home brand yoghurt

  • hymio on 28/11/2022 - 13:42

    Op, have you tried Jalna Sweet and Creamy Greek?

    • k15866 on 29/11/2022 - 12:47

      not yet, I've generally been disappointed by coconut, strawberry doesnt really stand out, but if you think it's different to other strawberry yoghurts then I'll keep it in mind :)

      • kiitos on 29/11/2022 - 13:37

        The vanilla one is also not bad

      • Sally Cinnamon on 29/11/2022 - 21:20
        +1

        Have you tried the natural Sweet and Creamy? It is really quite good, especially mixed with fruit or yoghurt.
        The coconut is gross and the strawberry was just OK.

        • Hangryuman on 30/11/2022 - 16:32

          read the sugar content on the label - just checked our fridge Jalna Sweet and Creamy Greek (boy or girl?)

          'Total Sugars 8.3gm' per 100gm - so like 8.3% sugar - I thought it was 10% but I may be wrong or it may have reduced - dunno.

          For me - standard Greek like 4% sugar is too tart, and the candy ones with more than 10% feel like they'd rot my teeth - so I stick with the 8% as the 'Sweet and Creamy' spot for us.

  • MisterX on 28/11/2022 - 13:50

    Jalna Greek when it's on special or Farmers Union Greek normally

  • blazerunner on 28/11/2022 - 14:08
    +2

    Ruby & Roy's, stocked at Harris Farm, sooooo good

    • randomusername2017 on 28/11/2022 - 14:34

      Not as good since it was sold off to evia though.

      • blazerunner on 28/11/2022 - 16:45

        Ahhh I thought the flavour and consistency had changed a little, glad it's not just in my head. It's still great, but a little less so recently.

        Found anything that beats it?

    • Sterio on 29/11/2022 - 13:13

      And Costco

  • mousie on 28/11/2022 - 15:05

    easiyo Vanilla

  • Hahuh on 28/11/2022 - 15:18
    +2

    Depends if you like Mediterranean yoghurt or the congealed watery milk thing they call as such.

    Outside of things like diary farmers greek yoghurt, I can recommend brands like Pasha, Sahara.

    For something lighter Gippsland might be good. I've had their fruit yoghurt cup things and they weren't bad for a fruit yoghurt.

    I had Jalna "Greek" yoghurt a long time ago and it was nothing more that some creamy non tart yoghurt. Nothing Mediterranean about it.

    We usually make yoghurt from Dairy farmers Greek, Sahara Turkish or Pasha.

    • Icyraindrops on 29/11/2022 - 16:46

      Agree with Sahara, our family uses the Persian style often and it's a staple in our household

  • paul11 on 28/11/2022 - 15:32

    Yoghurts by Village Diary taste really good.

  • treeman on 28/11/2022 - 16:13
    +2

    My favourite Yoghurt is Brownes.
    It took me a long while to find it my previous favourite used to be Skii Divine.

    Brownes is from WA, in SA it's only available in Drakes and Foodland Supermarkets, I'd imagine it might be available at IGA at yours.

    It comes in
    Vanilla Bean
    Mixed Berries
    Mango Passion Fruit
    Peaches and Cream
    Strawberry

    Sometimes a few other flavours too.
    It comes in 1 lite tubs and smaller tubs too.

    It took me a long while to find, I tried all the others and this was my favourite.

    Although I don't mind gippsland too as that's what my wife gets.

    Let me know what you think.

    • k15866 on 29/11/2022 - 12:51
      +1

      I found these at a Romeo's food hall so bought 2 tubs vanilla and strawberry. Will try them next week :D

      • treeman on 29/11/2022 - 16:30

        Excellent thanks!

        • k15866 on 05/12/2022 - 18:24
          +1

          First Day of Brownes Vanilla. I liked the taste. Texture was kinda chunky which is ok.

          • treeman on 05/12/2022 - 20:19

            @k15866: That doesn't sound like a definite no.

  • coolroy on 28/11/2022 - 16:29

    Jalna sweet and creamy…Yum (Greek yogurt) not the cheapest but my wife loves it.

  • pauly85 on 28/11/2022 - 16:51

    You probably don't get it over there, but the Margaret River Dairy yoghurt is the best I've tried by far, and it's crazy how low in sugar it is.

    Coles and Woolies stock it in WA

    https://margaretriverdairy.com.au/our-products/

  • pformag on 28/11/2022 - 17:37
    +2

    DIY your own if you have a thermomix. Best-tasting Yoghurt and you can make it as you like. Cost around $2 / litre

  • mrhugo on 28/11/2022 - 17:53
    +1

    Siggi's and Chobani Yogurt. I really like the Siggi's Dark Cherry.

    Dairy Farmers Yogurt is OK if you don't mind more sugar.

    Usually half/price often, Siggi's, less often.

    • k15866 on 29/11/2022 - 12:53

      I bought Siggis a few weeks back when it was on sale, but not to my taste. Vanilla was wayyyyyy too bland
      Chobani is ok, but nothing amazing for me. I tried the vanilla the other day but found it a tad sour for my taste.

      • matt-ozb on 30/11/2022 - 01:42

        Yea, it's only 6.7% sugar .. you're looking for much higher sugar content

  • Boostland on 28/11/2022 - 20:36
    +2

    I make my own usually pick up heavily discounted milk that expires the next day heat to 85c cool to 44c put in jar with a spoon from previous batch (starter now over 2 years old)
    then insulate in decor yogurt maker for ~6 hours then refrigerate for up to 4 weeks.
    I've used moccona jars wrapped in towels when there's a lot of milk to use

    It gets used to make bircher or I add fresh fruit and eat for desert

    • Oz em on 28/11/2022 - 23:01
      +1

      If you use long life milk you don’t need to heat it first.

      • Boostland on 29/11/2022 - 12:19

        I've only used it when well out of date. The family holiday house had lots in pantry so heated to 85c to be sure it was ok
        It still needs to be at 44c when adding starter for the process to work properly over ~6 hours.

      • kiitos on 29/11/2022 - 13:42

        Is the flavour different of you use UHT milk?

    • k15866 on 29/11/2022 - 12:57

      Was thinking if I did make my own, I'd want to cook some fruit to break it down a bit, add a tonne of sugar to make a syrupy jam kind of thing and mix it into the yoghurt before storing it. Do you think that would reduce the shelf life?

      I suppose there's not reason I couldnt keep them separate until consumption.

  • Oofy Doofy on 28/11/2022 - 20:39

    I only buy Kefir products, or buy the Kefir grains online and make my own.

  • AS2035 on 28/11/2022 - 21:08
    +1

    Make your own.

    All you need is culture (yoghurt you like) and Organic full cream milk.

    Plenty of how to online.

    PLUS, as you will have a culture from the first batch, all you will need forever is just milk

    • Cluster on 29/11/2022 - 00:41
      +1

      No need for organic milk. Any milk makes great yogurt, even powdered milk.

      • AS2035 on 29/11/2022 - 21:15

        Not true.

        Most cheap milk is not milk.

        Most supermarket milk goes off quickly.

        You are building a colony of good bacteria, do use a good product or just buy non yoghurt made with non milk.

      • dust on 30/11/2022 - 10:00

        Powdered milk is easiest. UHT is not bad too. But with powdered milk you can use a higher powder to water ratio for thicker yoghurt.

  • add-delay on 28/11/2022 - 22:02

    I just want to know why it's become impossible to buy apricot flavoured yoghurt, from any brand. Can't be a cost thing, because a similar fate hasn't hit the muesli bar aisle.

    • Cluster on 29/11/2022 - 00:45

      Apricot yogurt used to be a thing about three decades ago (Eve yogurt in SA). Maybe the yogurt makers are missing a market segment?

      • add-delay on 29/11/2022 - 12:25

        I used to buy Moo up until a few years ago, but Vaalia, Dairy Farmers and Yoplait also had it. All the brands seemed to stop making it at the same time.

        Dairy Farmers do have an apricot & peach one that they only sell in the tiny overpriced 150g tubs, but I only very occasionally see it in stock in any supermarket.

    • pformag on 29/11/2022 - 10:50
      +1

      Browns still do it.

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