William Horlick

William Horlick (1846–1936) was a British-born American food manufacturer and the original patent holder of malted milk. He co-founded the company Horlick's Malted Milk Company with his brother, James Horlick.

Early Life

William Horlick was born in 1846 in Ruardean, Gloucestershire, England. He emigrated to the United States in 1869, settling in Racine, Wisconsin.

Career

In 1873, William Horlick and his brother James Horlick founded the company J & W Horlicks to manufacture a patented food for infants and invalids, which they called malted milk. The product was a mixture of malted barley, wheat flour, and evaporated whole milk. The company later changed its name to Horlick's Malted Milk Company.

William Horlick became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1874. He served as president of the company until his death in 1936. Under his leadership, the company grew into a global brand, with its products being used in various applications, from infant food to a nutritional supplement for explorers and soldiers.

Legacy

William Horlick's legacy extends beyond the food industry. He donated land to the city of Racine, which is now home to the Horlick Field, a historic football field, and the William Horlick High School. He also funded the construction of the Horlick Dam on the Root River in Racine.

See Also

• Malted Milk
• Horlick's Malted Milk Company
• Horlick Field
• William Horlick High School
• Horlick Dam