How we make yogurt
Our main ingredient is simply fresh milk!
We begin by heating up the milk to sterilize it from any pathogens or bacteria if present. This also denatures the milk proteins to allow it to curdle. When the milk is cooled down, we add quality thermophilic heirloom starters to begin culturing and fermentation.
The active live cultures chomp up the natural milk sugars or lactose and as the pH levels drop and becomes more acidic, the protein (casein) molecules attract one another to form curds floating in a solution of translucent whey.
Acidity levels is tested towards the end of the fermentation process. After which, the freshly made yogurt is rapidly chilled to stop fermentation. Extra care is taken to strain the liquid whey from the fresh yogurt to remove any leftover lactose, leaving behind our signature thick and creamy styled Yogurt suitable for lactose intolerance.
Finally, our Yogurt is ready and immediately bottled or jarred so you may enjoy it as fresh as possible.
A Note on Nutrition and Transparency.
At Artisanal Yogurt, each jar is crafted by hand in small batches—so naturally, no two batches are exactly alike. That’s the beauty (and challenge) of working with real, whole ingredients.
Our yogurt is made with just two things: fresh pasteurised whole milk and freeze dried heirloom cultures. No cream, no starches, no added sugars—just the goodness of pure milk and time. (With the exception of our vegan line.)
We source our milk exclusively from our current supplier, Greenfields. Our unique fermentation and straining process is guided entirely by our skilled yogurt maker, who carefully balances time, temperature, and technique to achieve that naturally thick texture we’re known for.
While we may not provide standardised nutrition labels, we are committed to full transparency and real, wholesome ingredients. We hope this gives you the information that you require so you can make the most informed choice. The entire menu is designed with gut health in mind and rooted in the idea that real, simple food supports a thriving microbiome.
That’s our promise to you: no shortcuts, no fillers—just real yogurt, made with care.