I start nearly every day with an almond milk based smoothie. And I have to admit, design junkie that I am, I’m actually paying about $1 more per container for my almond milk these days just so I can have one of these beautiful Califia Farms bottles in my fridge at all times. I don’t know if the product is superior or not but it sure tastes good and looks even better. I prefer unsweetened almond milk but the blue vanilla bottle is my favorite of the bunch. In person it has a soft velvety matte finish with a much quieter blue tone than in the image above. Listen to me going on about a beautiful bottle. But it really is sexy sitting there on the shelf all curvy and minimal next to a plethora of loud boxy cartons. Extra dollar well spent to bring a little design joy and deliciousness into my mornings.

mrs roper’s basic b-fast smoothie

• 8 oz unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 avocado
• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder
• 1 cup frozen berries

Blend all ingredients together at high speed until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy. Sip through a straw for added fun!