Oatly reviews and discussion

4.3

85% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Creamy, luxurious mouthfeel
  • Reliable, barista-grade frothing
  • Smooth, neutral oat flavor
  • Versatile, beverage performance
  • Additive-heavy ingredient list
  • Seed oil, rapeseed inclusion
  • Occasional digestive discomfort
  • Sometimes overly sweet taste

Oatly impresses in reviews for café-worthy performance—its Barista Edition froths reliably and delivers a creamy, smooth texture that elevates coffee, matcha, and lattes—while dividing opinion over formulation. Fans praise the rich mouthfeel, neutral-to-oaty flavor, and versatility across baking, cereal, and smoothies; critics cite seed/rapeseed oils, gums/additives, sweetness, and occasional digestive upset as drawbacks. Overall, Oatly is considered a top-tasting, highly consistent oat milk for beverages, but less appealing to buyers prioritizing ultra‑clean ingredients.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

2,463 reviews and posts

  • Oat milk is not my favorite, but if I’m going to buy it it’s definitely going to be Oatley! It tastes good, has a smooth consistency, and is affordable!

  • I purchased the Oatly Oat Drink Barista Edition after hearing friends and influencers online rave about it. I may have had my expectations too high when making lattes/tea with this, since all things considered, it tasted about the same as regular 2% milk (tasty enough, milk is milk and I'd never drink it as it is). I personally have no issues with drinking cow milk, so the extra price for the Oatly Oat Drink Barista Edition was not worth it. If I were lactose intolerant, etc. then I would potentially recommend this for a friend, however.

  • Great alternative to cow milk + moves interest away from almond milk (I've heard that it takes a lot of water to support the almond industry) -- I'm hoping that I'm making the eco friendly choice here. Oatly tastes great and I also use it for baking without any issues.

  • Barista edition changed my life. It's been hard to try alternatives, even within the Oatly family of products, after trying Barista edition. It doesn't make me miss cow dairy at all, and though I try to stay open to alternatives, especially because it's hard to find Oatly where I live, I still haven't found one that's equal to its creamy goodness. Used in coffee, baking, cooking.

  • Love Oatly for a great milk alternative. I typically only use small amounts of milk for occasional coffee drinks, and Oatly works great with a milk steamer for lattes. The taste and texture are great too.

  • Oatly is convenient - especially if you are trying to use it as a whole-milk alternative for coffee. The added oils add a richness to the oat-"milk" that allows it to be a barista milk alternative - otherwise, there's nothing particularly special about this particular milk. If you are just looking for a simple oat milk without particular mind to texture or specific use cases, other "just oat" milks or DIY at home is likely a better solution.

  • Solid choice for oat milk and always consistent. I find it a bit high in calories and a little pricey, but I appreciate the quality and that it is found in most stores now. Love it with matcha!

  • Oatly is my go-to brand for oat milk. I use it in my homemade lattes which I steam and add flavor to. I have tried several different oat milk varieties and I find this one has the best consistency.

  • A great option for morning coffee. Trying to help my stomach by avoiding most dairy as I get older. I don’t find oatly as creamy as some other brands but for mixing in smoothies and lattes it is a solid choice.

  • This is an amazing alternative milk for making decadent lattes in the comfort of your own home - the froth is incredible and the taste is even better.

  • Great product Love the taste. I prefer to Shake before pouring but... When doing so with this brand it makes a MESS. lids don't seal

  • I've been dairy free for a few years and Oatly makes the creamiest store-bought oat milk!

  • Oatly is my FAVORITE oat milk! Nothing compares. I use it in my coffee as a creamer and it works perfectly! So creamy and delicious.

  • Still one of the best oat milks for coffee! The Barista Edition creates decent foam if that's up your alley! Also loving the new flavours like Vanilla and Chocolate!

  • Oatly, where have you been all my life? 🌱💚 I've officially converted to the Oat Side, and there's no turning back. This oat milk is like a cozy, creamy hug for my morning coffee, and it froths like a dream for my homemade lattes. Plus, it's got that sustainability game on lock! So, if you're looking for a dairy-free delight that's also easy on the planet, Oatly is your jam. It's not just milk; it's a lifestyle upgrade. 💯🥛

  • Creamy, rich and tasty! I like that they have a barista version and we use it every morning with our coffee. Perfect texture compared to most other oat milks in the same price range. Happy to still be able to have "milk" that's actually tastier. Also works for baking, which I love.

  • creamy, makes my coffee the perfect color, froths beautifully. the extra fat oatmilk…. ungodly perfection. everything they do is chefs kiss.

  • Tastes good but definitely not the healthy option … so much sugar. Glucose spike hello!