Half-gallon 2% milk is sold as 64 fl oz (0.5 gallon) packages and is commonly packaged in paper/cardboard cartons or plastic jugs.
A typical 1-cup (serving) of 2% milk lists about 8–10 grams of protein; one listing specifies about 130 calories per serving.
Labels commonly seen on 2% half-gallon milk include organic certification, pasture-raised, no added antibiotics, no rBST, non-GMO, pasteurized, and kosher.
Yes. Some half-gallon 2% milk products are labeled lactose-free and are described as easier to digest for people with lactose sensitivity.
Products typically indicate either pasteurized or ultra-pasteurized treatments; some listings use the term “Pasteurized” while others specify “Ultra‑pasteurized.”