Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate Malt, 5 Pound (Packaging May Vary)

Outstanding. Ordered the chocolate malt. Tastes great. No chalky feel, no after taste. Have wound up throwing other protein powders out because husband couldn't stand it. Am very surprised and delighted. Husband had a stroke, has lost too much weight. This will be a great supplement to his diet

I’m not an athlete. I’m exercising more and plagued with bad muscle aches and cramps that didn’t ever seem to get better. I’ve been like this my entire life, including my athletic teen years. I was always extremely sore after any workout. Anyway, after logging my food for awhile I realized I have low daily protein intake, around 20-35g/day, and that apparently can cause the soreness and cramps I described. So I gave this a shot after exercising and noticed that I don’t feel the same amount of soreness. My muscles still feel tired but not nearly the same. Could be a coincidence, but I’m sold. The mix tastes good. I got the chocolate malt flavor. I had it with milk the first couple of times (no cold drinking water), and could barely tolerate it. I had it with cold water today and think it tastes much better. Update: still experiencing the same benefits re muscle soreness. I spent the last two days pulling an ungodly amount of weeds in my yard, then ran 3.5 miles both days too. I had very slight soreness in my back that was completely gone after one day, and some mild soreness in my legs that’s barely noticeable. Still convinced it’s the protein powder. FLAVOR UPDATE: I got the strawberry today and prefer it to the chocolate malt. It tastes like strawberry cake batter. Update 2: added strength training. Still not feeling much next-day soreness, and yesterday I really pushed myself so that I was shaking near the end. I thought those muscles would be horribly sore for sure today but there’s barely any soreness. It’s almost time to get a new container of this and I’ll do a flavor update then. (Probably) final update: I got cookies and cream next and that flavor tastes the best imo. Delicious and not too sweet. However, that flavor had different ingredients and it made my stomach so sick. I ended up throwing it out and got mocha flavor because it had less ingredients. It tastes ok, easily the most bland of the flavors I’ve reviewed. But honestly I can’t stomach it anymore. Just thinking about any of the flavors makes my stomach feel sick. Effectiveness-wise: my husband and I spent a day kayaking (we were out on the water about 7 hours). I drank two scoops of this when we got home and felt NO soreness the next day, whereas my husband felt quite sore. Still sold on protein powder. I also started drinking a berry flavor green powder and decided to mix it with plain whey protein powder (bulk supplements). I plan to go this route for the foreseeable future. Best wishes all.

Best protein powder I have tried. Chocolate Malt is tasty. This drink is better than protein drinks that come in individual bottle servings. Those get old fast .

Chocolate malt was not available when I needed to re-order so I took a chance on this. I don’t dislike it but it is a very mild chocolate flavor with almost no coconut accent. I’m still pleased with the quality optimum nutrition provides in their whey protein so I will continue ordering. I mix it with almond milk and a single serving of yogurt. It dissolves well. It is never gritty or clumpy. It keeps me full for about three hours and has never given me any G.I. issues. I only wish there were smaller sample sizes to try before investing $85 in a drum of protein

Great Value for Money: After trying several proteins, this one is definitely worth the price. The Chocolate Malt flavor is smooth, not too sweet, and perfect for a post-workout shake. Delicious Flavor: The chocolate malt taste is rich and creamy, without being overpowering. I prefer mixing it with milk for a smoother, more satisfying shake! Excellent Texture and Quality: The powder mixes effortlessly and doesn’t clump, which makes it easy to drink. The quality is top-notch, and it helps with muscle recovery after intense workouts. Perfect for Muscle Growth: With 24 grams of protein per serving, this whey powder supports muscle recovery and growth, making it ideal for any gym-goer. Highly Recommended: I’ve been using it for a while now, and it's a game-changer. It keeps me full and is a great addition to my fitness routine. Would definitely recommend it to others!

Tasty and delicious. I don’t know if it’s building muscle though. I been on ozempic for diabetes and it causes muscle loss. That’s why people lose weight. It’s not fat they lose. It is a Nice source of protein. It is expensive. I got the mocha chocolate favor. I hope in time I can rebuild the muscle I’ve loss.

This was the fourth time that I purchased the chocolate malt Gold Standard protein powder, and I could not be more satisfied. The ideal user for this product in my mind is someone who wishes to take control of their protein intake, whether it be for nutritional purposes or to achieve maximum benefits after a demanding lift in the gym. I have decided to rate this protein powder based off three criteria: flavor, nutritional content per scoop, and blend-ability. FLAVOR When buying any type of protein supplement the main thing people tend to criticize is the flavor. After tasting this chocolate malt protein powder, I can honestly say it is the best tasting protein supplement I have ever consumed. The taste is comparable to the smooth, velvety, sweet chocolate malt you got as a child at your local ice cream shop. If you really want to take the flavor and calories to the next level, try enhancing your protein shake. Take one scoop of this protein powder, one ripe banana, one cup of milk, a hefty scoop of peanut butter, and 5-10 ice cubs, then blend for one minute. NUTRITIONAL CONTENT PER SCOOP The most important part of a protein supplement is how much protein you are ingesting per serving. This is one reason why I like the Gold Standard brand because they have achieved a high level of efficacy by packing 24 grams of protein into one scoop. The 5-lb. tub contains 73 scoops of protein which last me (an intermediate/advanced lifter) about one month, as I take one shake between each main meal throughout the day, and one after my night workout. BLEND-ABILITY Blend-ability is how well the protein can mix with various liquids and create a homogenous, or even mixture. I have found this can be an issue with some protein powders, but not with Gold Standard protein powder. I have mixed this protein powder with a variety of liquids such as water, milk, and even beer. It has never failed to mix thoroughly or leave a chunky solution as the final product, which to most consumers is ideal. SUMMARY Overall, I would give the Gold Standard 100% whey protein powder 5 out of 5 stars. It has great flavor, optimal nutrition content, and great blend-ability. If you have been disappointed with protein powder in the past, give up on the “just okay stuff” and try something that won’t disappoint your needs, for me that is Gold Standard protein.

Fantastic flavor

Delicious, with 0 chalky factor and no grit… love it!

This whey protein powder tastes really good and mixes easily. I feel more energetic after taking it, especially post-workout. It’s smooth, not chalky, and the flavor is enjoyable. Definitely a great addition to my fitness routine!

Good product but the flavor it’s meh. Anyway recommended (but maybe another flavor will be a better choice)

This is delicious, but salted caramel is better.

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