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Milka is one of the world's most recognizable confectionery brands, famous for its lilac-colored packaging and the 'Milka Cow.' Its history dates back to 1901 when it was founded in Lörrach, Germany, by Swiss chocolatier Philippe Suchard. The brand name is a portmanteau of the German words for its primary ingredients: 'Milch' (milk) and 'Kakao' (cocoa). Originally a Swiss-rooted brand produced in Germany, it has become a symbol of European chocolate heritage.
Today, Milka is a flagship brand under the global snacking giant Mondelez International. While its spiritual home remains the Alpine region, manufacturing is spread across several European countries, including Germany (specifically the Lörrach plant), Austria, Poland, and Bulgaria, to serve international markets. The brand continues to focus on its 'Alpine Milk' USP, sourcing milk from the Alpine region to maintain the creamy texture that made it famous over a century ago.
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