Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Double Rich Chocolate, 899g, 29 Servings

This is my third purchase of the product. I've been using this protein for several months and am very happy with it. It is a good quality protein which provides a higher than average amount of protein per serving whilst being low in fat and sugar, something that is important to people with diabetes, like me. Since March I've been on a high protein, calorie controlled diet and have lost almost 3 stones, and this product helped me a lot, though this is NOT a weight loss product. It is a product that makes it much easier for me to achieve my daily protein goals, amongst other things. It has no particular smell and mixes well with water; there is no lumpiness or powdery taste, though the consistency is bit too watery and thus, to me, it tastes a bit bland. I assume that with milk, it would taste creamier, but I never tried it. Since I am on this diet and in order to ensure I consume the nutrients that I need, I add frozen spinach, carrots, fresh fruits and some nuts and seeds to my shake. It tastes much better than on its own. I split it in half and consume it for breakfast and in the evening. On occasion, when I know that I will go swimming, I also add creatine and it is amazing how easier my swim and post swim recovery are when I consume this shake. I have used different protein shakes in the past, but this one is by far the best I tried, in terms of effectiveness and how it makes me feel, it is a good value for money and I intend to stick with it.

Why I Swear By It: After trying countless protein powders that were chalky, clumpy, or upset my stomach, I settled on ON Gold Standard years ago. It remains the #1 selling whey protein globally for a reason: it offers premium quality, great flavour, and legendary mixability, making it the perfect post-workout fuel. The Gold Standard Benefits (The Pros): Elite Protein Blend (WPI Focus): This powder utilizes a superior blend, primarily featuring Whey Protein Isolate (WPI), which is filtered for high purity, resulting in a protein-dense serving (around 24g per scoop) with less fat, sugar, and lactose. Unbeatable Mixability: This is its defining feature. It dissolves perfectly with just a few shakes in a standard shaker bottle—no clumps, no grit, and no need for a blender. It mixes seamlessly into water, milk, or even oatmeal. Naturally Occurring BCAAs and Glutamine: It provides over 5 grams of naturally occurring Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) per serving. These are the critical building blocks that quickly initiate Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS), meaning faster and more effective muscle recovery after tough training sessions. Effective Recovery: I consistently notice a quicker bounce-back and reduced muscle soreness when I use this immediately post-workout. It feeds the muscles exactly what they need, fast. Low in Unwanted Macros: It's kept consistently low in sugar (usually around 1-3g) and fat, ensuring you get maximum protein purity in every serving. Final Verdict: The Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey is, quite simply, the benchmark for performance, taste, and quality in the fitness world. If you want a protein powder that dissolves perfectly, tastes great, and provides the fast-acting, naturally complete amino acid profile your muscles demand, look no further. A reliable, high-quality, 5-star essential for muscle building and recovery.

Love this powder, the taste is good, blends pretty easy, might have a couple odd lumps of using a spoon. Texture is pretty smooth, just thinking up whatever you put it into.

One of the best protein sources out there If you are serious about your recovery this is definitely worth adding to your supplements for optimal muscle growth It mixes easily with no clumps and tastes great The sugar and calories contents are low and the protein content is pretty good

Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5 - The Platonic Ideal of a Shake) Look. Let's not romanticise this. This is not a bespoke elixir hand-mixed by Swiss nutritionists on a mountain. This is the London Underground of protein powders: it’s ubiquitous, slightly gritty if you think about it too much, and it gets an astonishing number of people where they need to go, efficiently and without fanfare. The tub arrives with the reassuring thud of a canonical text. The foil seal parts with a crinkled sigh of purity. The powder itself is a fine, almost penitent dust—the colour of a faded academic robe. Mixing it is a brief, vigorous sacrament that results in a liquid with the texture of a very serious chocolate milkshake that has taken a vow of utility. The taste? It is precisely and honestly 'Extreme Milk Chocolate.' It tastes like chocolate's reliable, slightly dull cousin who works in logistics and always has your back. It is not an experience; it is a transaction. You give it water and a shake, it gives your muscles the alibi they need to recover from the crime scene you made of the gym. It works. It works like a spanner works. It is the fundamental, unsexy tool in the box. Five stars. My muscles have no opinion on terroir or mouthfeel, but they are deeply, structurally grateful. The whey, the truth, and the life.

Very good quality Whey protein and when combined with a decent shaker, the flavour (banana cream is the one I got) went down well — it's absolutely delicious. With the amount of servings you get, I found this to be very good value for money.

Bought this for my husband and he’s been trying this since few months now so I can say gradually his muscle weakness has been improved and his energy levels are increasing. Very good quality and it’s easy to use no lumps. Firstly I bought this small pack from local shop and gave it a try to make sure whether he likes the smell and taste. And yes he really loves this double rich chocolate flavour and it smells so good. So now going with this big one and I got it on discounted price for Black Friday deal. There is a much difference in the price when compared to locals shops. So buying it here is the cheaper way and I must say you are lucky enough to get extra discounted price if you try it on deals day. Those who wants to get a consistent development in their energy levels, muscle strength and concerns about their protein intake I must recommend them to try this. It’s not an overnight miracle so you should try this consistently with patience to see the magic. Thank you Amazon for the discounted price🫶🏻

This is the first time buying this and I probably will not again because it taste so bad, its smells like chocolate but the taste is bitter. I usually get USN Anabolic muscle fuel which actaully taste like milkshake and gives you gains, its not a Whey protein thats why I changed up so unless this whey gives some serious gains im going back to USN