Sort by
Sort by

From dairy heritage to everyday inspiration

In 1899, founder E.A. Stuart established Carnation in Washington, with a simple belief that high-quality milk came from healthy, well-cared-for cows. This idea inspired the famous 'Contented Cows' philosophy and helped shape the values that continue to guide the brand today.

More than a century later, that same spirit of care extends beyond the farm - through the Nestlé Dairy Plan, which supports farmer livelihoods, promotes animal welfare in line with Nestlé's Responsible Sourcing Core Requirements, and is designed to help reduce GHG emissions across the dairy supply chain. Carnation continues to uphold the quality and care behind every deliciously creamy creation. Explore our Nestlé Dairy Plan Progress Report (pdf, 13Mb) in detail.

mother
cookies
carnation-cheescake-270
carnation-cheescake-270
carnation-cheescake-270

Made for every creation

Carnation has become the perfect cooking partner, helping people create delicious meals, desserts and even beverages with confidence.

From everyday cooking to special occasions, our products bring the smooth, creamy taste and reliable performance that make every creation a little more special.

More than 125 years later, that commitment to quality continues to guide Carnation, delighting people with the taste of high-quality dairy food, every day, bringing a remarkably smooth and creamy taste to sweet and savory dishes. 
 

Carnation sauce
Chocolate biscuit cake slices on parchment paper

Our sweet story

Next item
1880s
1899
Early 1900s
1984
2000
Today
Previous item
swiss flag history 1880
1880s

A visionary idea

Johann Baptist Meyenberg develops a revolutionary process for manufacturing unsweetened condensed milk in Switzerland.

founder of the modrn milkman
1899

The journey begins

Meyenberg partners with E. A. Stuart to create the Pacific Coast Condensed Milk Company and launches Carnation evaporated milk.

Nestlé logo
Early 1900s

Stuart introduces the 'Contented Cows' campaign, emphasising the importance of high-quality farming practices in producing quality milk.

Nestlé logo
1984

Joining the Nestlé family

With Nestlé’s acquisition of Carnation, two pioneers in milk preservation and innovation are united.

carnation history 2000
2000

Communication expanded to taste and versatility of usage becoming a cooking partner for consumers.

carnation history today
Today

Your perfect cooking partners

Carnation’s original recipe, refined over generations, brings smoothness and delicious taste to every dish you create with care and creativity - helping you make every meal special for those you cherish.