Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder. Chocolate Peanut Butter. 2 Pound (Packaging May Vary)

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey has been a consistent part of my routine for years, and the Double Rich Chocolate flavor is one of the better ones I’ve tried.

It mixes easily with water or milk and doesn’t clump, which makes post-workout prep quick. The texture is smooth, not chalky, and the chocolate flavor tastes real without being overly sweet or artificial.

From a performance standpoint, it does what you want a whey protein to do. It’s easy to digest, sits well after hard workouts, and helps support recovery without feeling heavy. I use it after strength training and endurance sessions with no issues.

The ingredient quality and consistency are what keep me coming back. You know exactly what you’re getting, batch after batch.

If you want a dependable whey protein that tastes good, mixes well, and supports recovery without drama, this is a solid choice.

Shrinkflation strikes again. When I last bought this item it was sold at 2lbs, 907grams. Upon my most recent purchase it is now 1.98lbs, 899 grams. Not a huge difference to most but with prices maintaining and occasionally increasing while the contents are lessening, it does sadden me. I still enjoy this product but I am disappointed in the shrinkage.

The superior dissolvabilitiy is not so superior I would say... It's ok... Not bad but I would say big blobs are still left after mixing in cold milk ( so if you are someone who doesn't like that...heads up for that)
Btw the pack is too bulky but the amount they give is way too much for 65 servings...
Which is a plus...

But overall tastes great 👍🏻😃
I almost very quickly recover mussel fatigue via this... This is soo effective.

I feel energized after drinking it..

The powder itself is not that thick, so it tastes like vanilla ice-cream

Why did you pick this product vs others?:
This brand was the second recommended on reddit. I decided to buy the small one first to see whether I like it and it is now my favorite.! 

I have bought this before with no problem, so I am giving 4 stars but today it arrived broken open and powder all over the place, all over the container and inside the box.

Le doy 4 estrellas porque el pomo viene casi por la mitad ,por lo demás está excelente para mi que necesito engordar unas libras y una amiga me lo recomendó

I usually get the vanilla ice cream, it's really good and works great when mixing in fruit for smoothies. I tried the Cinnamon roll this time and I can't even get halfway through. The Cinnamon roll flavor is so so thick I can't use my 50/50 milk/water ratio it makes it feel slimy. The flavor is also too much I was expecting like a cinnamon dulce De leches flavor almost but this is like you're drinking liquid bread with icing it makes me nauseous.

It looks authentic but came without O.N. security seal on the lid, so I have my doubts... However, the powder it's sealed on the inside once you remove the lid. Let's hope it is original...

This is a brand I’ve used for over a year now and I enjoy the flavor. I like the nutritional facts. They’re better than a lot of others, though they’re not perfect but one thing I did not appreciate this time was opening the bottle to find some type of stamped holes in the top that actually went through. It smelled the same. It tasted the same. Hopefully everything will be all right, but it certainly took away from the whole 100%.

As an avid consumer of Protein products, I am pleasantly surprised by the Gold Standard Whey Chocolate. Although it is not the most delicious chocolate flavor, it certainly provides the nutrients needed and blends well with other products. Personally, I pair this with PB Fit2 and a Breakfast Essential packet... 😋

I’ve tried most of the flavors at this point, but I always come back to vanilla ice cream. It blends well with fruit (blueberries), yogurt, etc. It’s also often the flavor most deeply discounted.

As far as protein powders go, I know ON generally has a decent reputation. It’s hard to know you can trust these companies. While they are tested for “banned substances,” at the current prices they sell this stuff for, I’d like some more info - independent lab tests for purity and safety would be nice.

Complaints and fears aside, I’m a gout sufferer and I can’t eat meat. This stuff is helping me out a ton in the gym. I’ve lost 50 pounds in the last 6 months and maintained lean mass while featuring this heavily in my diet.

Hit your macros, do resistance training, and go on some walks. Exercise is the best medicine!

I think the protein has done it’s job. This was my first protein ever and I think I picked good. I’ve had days where I’ve used it and days I haven’t and I think it’s shown. Obviously it’s hard to tell because growth also relies on your routine, but I do see growth. So it does its job as a protein. As a Mocha flavor though, it’s debatable. It is good, but it has this aftertaste that I don’t really like. I’ve had it with water, milk, and a smoothie but the aftertaste is still there. I like chocolate so that’s why I got it, but maybe consider a different flavor. Another thing, this may be a user error but every time i mix it there’s always some clumps of the powder. I don’t have any fancy shakers or anything I just use a fork or just shake the bottle really hard. (I usually find the shaking method better) Overall, I would recommend but maybe try something other than the chocolate flavor