Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein, Double Rich Chocolate, 5 LB
About this product
About this item High-Protein Formula to Support Muscle Health – Delivers 24g of fast-absorbing 100% whey protein per scoop to support post-workout muscle recovery, muscle strength and muscle building when taken over time with regular resistance training.
Enhanced Muscle Recovery With BCAAs – Includes naturally occurring BCAAs and EAAs that help get you back to your best, faster and speed up recovery after intense training sessions.
Optimized Support for Strength & Hypertrophy Goals – Whey protein isolate is the primary ingredient with excess carbs and fat “isolated” out. Ideal for athletes looking to increase muscle strength or boost recovery between workouts.
Mixes Smoothly for Rapid Post-Workout Use – Instantized powder dissolves quickly in water or milk, making it a convenient shake immediately after training.
Backed by thousands of hours of research – For 35 years, athletes have trusted Optimum Nutrition to fuel their training. Optimum Nutrition delivers proven quality. Whey is backed by science and trusted by athletes, we set the Gold Standard in protein
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers say this Optimum Nutrition whey is a strong all-around protein powder, praising the taste, mixability, and value. They commonly describe the Double Rich Chocolate flavor as smooth, rich, and not overly sweet, with good blendability in shakers and few complaints about chalkiness.
On Amazon, some reviewers also highlight the product’s dependable protein content and easy daily use, saying it works well for post-workout shakes and regular supplementation. A few mixed comments mention that personal flavor preference varies, but the overall tone is positive.
On Walmart, customers similarly mention good taste, easy mixing, and solid protein quality, with many long-time users repeating that it is a reliable staple. Some negative feedback appears around flavor preference, but it is less common than the praise for consistency.
On Reddit and forum-style discussions surfaced in search results, the product is generally treated as a benchmark whey powder, especially for people who want a familiar chocolate flavor and good mixability. YouTube reviewers mostly echo that theme, with several videos calling out the flavor and texture, while a few note that it can taste slightly bitter or less sweet than expected.
Overall, real-world feedback suggests this is a popular, dependable whey protein with broad approval for taste and mixability, and only occasional complaints about the chocolate profile.
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Specifications
| Type | Whey |
| Flavour | Chocolate |
| Weight (lbs) | 5 |
Product Details
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Product Dimensions | 8 x 8 x 11.25 inches; 5 Pounds |
| Item model number | 1054618 |
| Date First Available | November 23, 2006 |
| Manufacturer | Glanbia Performance Nutrition |
| ASIN | B000QSNYGI |
| Best Sellers Rank | #34 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #1 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders #6 in Sales & Deals |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (98,418) |
