Is Milo Australian?
Yes, Milo was invented in Australia. It was created in 1934 by Thomas Mayne, an industrial chemist working for Nestle in Sydney, as a nutritious chocolate and malt drink. It is now sold around the world.
Mayne developed Milo during the Great Depression to provide a nutritious drink, especially for children. It was launched at the Sydney Royal Easter Show in 1934.
The name Milo comes from Milo of Croton, an ancient Greek athlete famous for his strength. The brand has always promoted energy and sport.
Popular worldwide
Milo is made from malted barley, milk powder, sugar and cocoa. It can be mixed with hot or cold milk, and many Australians eat the powder straight from the tin or sprinkle it on ice cream.
Milo is especially popular in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia and Singapore, as well as in parts of Africa and Latin America.
The original factory was at Smithtown in New South Wales. Milo is produced in many countries, and recipes can vary slightly. The green tin is easily recognized.