Dairy
The largest value-added dairy company and the largest private sector milk collector in Sri Lanka. Our brands MAGIC and Kotmale have been able transform the Sri Lankan dairy industry and become leading national brands. The fresh milk we collect from over 17,000 smallholder dairy farmers across Sri Lanka undergo stringent quality checks to ensure the customer receives the highest quality products. Our products are manufactured at 3 state-of-the-art dairy processing facilities located in Banduragoda, Hatton Bogahawatta, and Kelanimulla. Our facilities are equipped with the following system and quality certifications and have been approved for international manufacturing.
- ISO 22000: 2018 Food Safety Management System certification
- FSSC 22000 (Version 5.1) - Food Safety System Certification
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
- ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management System certification
- ISO 14001: 2015 Environment Management System certification
- ISO 14064-3: 2019 Certification (Green House Gas Verification & Validation
Sri Lanka’s Leading National
Dairy Brand
From lush green pastures of the central highlands, our humble beginnings trail back to the cool climates of the Bogahawatte Patana area, also known as the beautiful Kotmale Valley. With Cargills acquiring Kotmale Holdings in 2010, which was established in 1967 as Lambretta (Ceylon) Ltd, Kotmale has transformed to become one of Sri Lanka’s national dairy brands, contributing to the nourishment of the country and strengthening the local dairy farming community. Kotmale brings you a wide variety of high-quality dairy products at affordable prices, including Fresh Milk & Value-Added Milk, Cheese, Butter, Ice Cream and Set Yoghurt & Drinking Yoghurt, which have become island-wide favorites.
Our Mission
We are focused on being the largest contributor to the national dairy industry.
Our Vision
To be the most trusted dairy brand in Sri Lanka which offers the highest value for money.
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Enriching Livelihoods & Nourishing the Nation
Nourishment goes beyond nutrition with a renewed commitment to supporting rural communities, promoting sustainable dairy farming, and enriching the lives of Sri Lankans across the country.
Inspired by the iconic milk can, an enduring symbol of Sri Lanka’s dairy heritage, the story represents the journey from farm to table and the strong relationships built with thousands of smallholder dairy farmers. This dedication ensures the freshest, highest-quality milk reaches every home, reflecting shared values of trust, care, and community
Enhancing Everyday Nutrition Through Innovation
We have introduced new innovative products to meet our consumer’s needs and convenience. The introduction of the ‘Kotmale Lite: Low Fat Drinking Yoghurt’ with only 1% fat and no added sweeteners (available in both Vanilla and Strawberry flavors) for those concerned about sugar levels, is one such example. The Kotmale Lite drinking yoghurt is full of nutrition and flavor, all packed in a bottle for both the young and the old.We have also innovated to bring out the lighter and more fun side of life with innovations such as the “Set Yoghurt” and an ideal breakfast range of “Stirred Yoghurt” for children and young adults alike for on-the-go consumption.
We like to take things a step further as always, so we introduced the family-sized yoghurt packs that come in 450g cartons of Set and Vanilla yoghurt.
Some of the newest additions to our range include the Kotmale cheddar cheese and the rich, creamy, and wholesome pasteurized Kotmale salted and unsalted butter.
Kotmale Cheese Range
Cheese products are made from fresh milk and are available in a variety of types and sizes to suit different culinary needs. Cheese wedges are offered in regular, pepper, chili, and low-fat varieties, providing flavorful options for every palate. Cheddar cheese is available in 100 g, 250 g, and 1 kg, delivering rich taste and quality in every serving. Mozzarella cheese comes in 200 g, 500 g, and 1 kg sizes, offering smooth, meltable goodness suitable for a range of recipes. Cheese slices are presented in 200 g and 1 kg, providing a creamy texture ideal for sandwiches, snacks, and everyday meals. Spreadable cheese is available in 175 g, featuring a smooth, creamy consistency perfect for spreading and cooking.
Kotmale Ice Cream
Available in 1L, 2L, and 4L tubs, the range offers a variety of flavours to suit different preferences and occasions. The 1L tubs include vanilla, chocolate, fruit and nut, fresh mango, strawberry, vanilla and chocolate, and butterscotch with nuga and faluda. The butterscotch flavour contains sugar-coated cashew nuts, while the mango flavour includes fresh mango pieces for a naturally sweet taste. The 2L options include vanilla, chocolate, fruit and nut, vanilla and chocolate, and butterscotch with nuga, with the butterscotch flavour enriched with sugar-coated cashew nuts for added crunch. The 4L tubs are ideal for families or gatherings and are available in vanilla, chocolate, fruit and nut, mango, and strawberry flavours, offering a large-format indulgence for all tastes.
Kotmale Ice Cream cup 80ml
Ice cream cups of 80ml are available in four flavors: kithul kaju, vanilla, chocolate, and fruit and nut. The kithul kaju variant combines rich kithul treacle with crunchy roasted cashew nuts, while fruit and nut features fruity bits with cashews. Vanilla and chocolate offer classic, creamy flavors.
Kotmale Butter
The butter range includes unsalted, salted, and garlic varieties. Unsalted butter is pure and creamy with no added salt, salted butter is naturally enhanced with salt, and garlic butter is made using natural garlic powder and nature-identical flavour. All our butters contain no added colours or preservatives, offering a truly wholesome and natural taste.
Kotmale Drinking Yogurt 180 ml
Drinking yogurt is a refreshing and flavorful choice available in strawberry, wood apple, aloe vera, and vanilla. The strawberry, wood apple, and aloe vera variants are made using fresh fruit pulps for a naturally rich taste.
Kotmale Yogurt 80g
Set yogurt is crafted from fresh cow’s milk and enriched with live probiotic cultures, delivering a wholesome and naturally creamy experience.
Sri Lanka’s Most Consumed &
Loved Dairy Ice Cream Brand
If it’s real ice cream, it’s MAGIC! With dairy ice cream made purely from the finest Sri Lankan fresh milk, we at Cargills revolutionized the ice cream industry in the island. Regardless of the time and season, there’s some MAGIC in ice cream that we can always turn to. After all, true ice cream lovers never give away the obsession of indulging in some flavorsome ice cream. We have become a household name in Sri Lanka for providing consumers with premium dairy ice cream that exceeds expectations of just great taste. The thick rich texture of MAGIC that tantalizes taste buds is truly one of a kind, making any event or experience an exciting one. MAGIC continues to stay true to its name to this day by providing a plethora of options to suit any occasion or mood. While gaining a reputation as one of the most innovative brands of ice cream, MAGIC stands out as the sole producer of a complete collection of Fruit n Nut ice creams in the island.
MAGIC That Keeps on Giving
We at Cargills take great pride in possessing modern state of the art production facilities that complement our passion for innovation and quality. Amongst the latest additions to our magical array of decadent flavours is our Caramel Bar; a mouthwateringly indulgent layer of caramel laid on a bar of smooth Vanilla ice cream wrapped in a layer of delightful chocolate.
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Strengthening Farming Communities & the Dairy Industry With MAGIC
MAGIC is underpinned by a philosophy that aims to strengthen farming communities. Our aim is not only to contribute to Sri Lanka’s self-sufficiency in fresh milk, but also towards the health and nourishment of her people. Our continued investments in the local dairy industry help us achieve just that.
Supplementing an unwavering commitment to quality and innovation, our dedication to uplifting the lives and livelihoods of local dairy farming communities ensures that millions of consumers in the country continue to be able to indulge in a truly magical experience. This, and more, is what makes MAGIC Sri Lanka’s No. 1 dairy ice cream brand.
Magic Ice Cream Tubs
Available in 1L and 4L tubs, offering a selection of flavours to meet diverse consumer preferences. The 1L tubs include vanilla, fruit and nut, chocolate, and butterscotch ice creams with sugar-coated cashew nuts, as well as mango ice cream with real mango pieces, strawberry ice cream with strawberry pieces, kithul ice cream made with vanilla ice cream and kithul treacle, and cappuccino ice cream swirled with chocolate sauce. The 4L tubs, ideal for gatherings and parties, are available in vanilla, chocolate, fruit and nut, mango, and strawberry varieties. The vanilla flavour in the 4L range is made with vegetable fat and has a higher fat content than the other flavours.
Magic Dairy Ice Cream Cups 80ml
Includes four flavours: Kithul Cup, with rich kithul treacle and crunchy cashew nuts; Fruits & Nut, filled with fruity bits and cashew nuts; and classic Vanilla and Chocolate cups made with smooth ice cream.
Magic Ice Cream Sticks 75 ml
Magic Choc Vanilla and Magic Choc Chocolate sticks feature creamy vanilla or chocolate ice cream coated in chocolate. Faluda, Woodapple, and Tango Mango sticks combine vanilla ice cream with Faluda water ice, wood apple water ice, or raw mango-flavoured water ice. Water Ice comes in Strawberry, Raw Mango, Orange, and Berry flavours, while Traffic Light Water Ice blends raw mango, strawberry, and orange water ice. Fantastick Vanilla and Fantastick Chocolate sticks offer ice cream coated in chocolate and enrobed in breadcrumbs, and the Fruits & Nut stick features fruit and nut ice cream coated in white chocolate.
Magic Cubes
Chocolate-coated cubes of premium vanilla ice cream, with five cubes in each pack.
Magic Ice Cream Bars
Premium vanilla ice cream topped with a smooth layer of caramel or coconut sauce, all coated in thick chocolate.
Fantastick Chocolate
Rich indulgent chocolate ice cream made exclusively using the farm fresh milk of Sri Lanka, dipped in smooth fudge chocolate sauce and covered in a cracking crispy milk chocolate shell.
