Best Protein Drinks at Coles - Ranked 2026
The full protein drink range at Coles, scored and ranked. Some pack proper protein for the price, others are basically flavoured milk. Pick the right one.
29 products ranked. Updated 2026-05-19.
Overview
The Coles drinks chiller is loaded with high-protein options, but you need to read the labels before grabbing one for your gym bag. We rank the Coles shelf by Protein Score, our 0-10 measure of overall protein quality, and the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake takes the top spot with a Protein Score of 10. It leads the category on density with 8.5g of protein per 100ml and delivers 31.7g of protein per serve. The catch is the ingredient list. With 8 additives, it carries a heavy sweetener stack, so if you prefer a tighter profile, skip it and grab the Optimum Nutrition High Protein Banana Shake instead. The Optimum Nutrition High Protein Banana Shake sits right behind the leader, offering 30g of protein per serve and 8g of protein per 100ml. The Optimum Nutrition High Protein Strawberry Shake also performs well, earning a Clean Score of 7.9 while carrying 8 additives. If you are tracking macros closely, the Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake is the lowest sugar option on the Coles shelf at just 0.02g of sugar per 100ml. But if you want the absolute purest ingredient profile without the artificial extras, you will need to look past the heavy hitters. The Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer earns a Clean Score of 9.8, making it the cleanest pick in our wider catalogue. You will find most of these drinks spotted at Coles and Woolworths, usually in the dairy fridge or the ambient aisle. Next time you are standing at the Coles chiller, ignore the bold flavour claims and check the back of the bottle to make sure you are actually getting a proper protein hit rather than just a standard iced coffee.
The verdict
Walking the Coles chiller, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake technically claims the crown with a Protein Score of 10, driven by 8.5g of protein per 100ml and 31.7g of protein per serve. It keeps things lean with just 0.2g of sugar per 100ml, but we suggest you skip it. The catch is the ingredient list, which carries a heavy load of 12 additives. Most of the top-ranked protein drinks on this shelf, including the Optimum Nutrition range, rely on heavy stabiliser stacks to hit their macros. For a smarter everyday grab, pivot to the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer. It earns a Clean Score of 9.8 as the cleanest pick in the Coles aisle by ditching artificial sweeteners entirely. You still secure 7.1g of protein per 100ml alongside 3.9g of sugar per 100ml. If you want a real milk base without the synthetic aftertaste, leave the additive-heavy bottles behind and put this one in your trolley next time you walk the Coles aisle.
Rankings
- #1. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Vanilla Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.4/10 · 30g/serve
Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake earns a Protein Score of 10.0, driven by 31.7g of protein per serve. Among protein drinks on the Coles shelf, this sits at the top for outright muscle recovery, delivering 8.5g per 100ml while keeping energy low at 48 kcal per 100ml. The sugar profile is practically non-existent at just 0.2g per 100ml, making it an efficient post-gym refuel. But that elite macro profile comes with a serious trade-off. It holds a Clean Score of 7.9, dragged down by a heavy load of 12 additives used to bind the liquid texture. If you just want maximum protein and minimal sugar, it does the job. If you prefer your protein drinks without a long list of stabilisers, skip it and look for a cleaner pick.
- #2. Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 7.9/10 · 31.7g/serve
The Optimum Nutrition High Protein Banana Shake takes rank #2 in our index with a Protein Score of 10.0. It delivers a massive 30g of protein per serve (8g per 100ml), making it a high-yield option on the Coles shelf. The macro profile is highly efficient, clocking just 55 calories per 100ml while holding the sweet stuff to 2.3g of sugar per 100ml. That dense nutrition comes with a heavy trade-off. With 8 additives on the label, this formula relies on a stack of thickeners and stabilisers to hold everything together. While it misses the overall crown to the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, clean-ingredient chasers should skip this option entirely. If you want your protein drinks without the synthetic load, grab the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer instead.
- #3. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Banana Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.2/10 · 30g/serve
Optimum Nutrition High Protein Strawberry Shake hits the Coles fridge with a Protein Score of 10.0, driven by a serious 30g of protein per serve. At 8g per 100ml and 55 calories per 100ml, it delivers the raw numbers shoppers target in ready-to-drink protein drinks. It keeps the macros sharp with just 2.3g of sugar per 100ml, but that profile requires plenty of processing to hold together. In our index, this drink carries a heavy load of 8 additives to maintain its texture and shelf stability. If you want a cleaner run at your macros without the thickeners and stabilisers, skip this one and grab the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer instead. Otherwise, Optimum Nutrition provides a highly functional refuel when you need a quick protein hit on the run.
- #4. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Chocolate Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 30g/serve
- #5. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Strawberry Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 7.9/10 · 30g/serve
- #6. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie+ Drink Mixed Berry - Protein Score 9.9/10 · Clean Score 8.0/10 · 30g/serve
- #7. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Mango - Protein Score 9.9/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 30g/serve
- #8. Pauls PLUS+ Protein Chocolate Flavoured Milk - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 30g/serve
- #9. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Chocolate - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 8.4/10 · 30g/serve
- #10. Pauls Plus+ Protein Flavoured Milk Banana & Honey - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 8.6/10 · 30g/serve
- #11. Pauls PLUS+ Protein Summer Berries Flavoured Milk - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 8.1/10 · 30g/serve
- #12. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Drink Banana Honey - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 9.0/10 · 30g/serve
- #13. Pauls PLUS+ Protein Double Espresso Caramel Flavoured Milk - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 30g/serve
- #14. Dare Protein No Sugar Added Double Espresso Milk | 2L - Protein Score 9.6/10 · Clean Score 8.1/10 · 18g/serve
- #15. Dare Protein Mocha Flavoured Milk - Protein Score 9.6/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 30g/serve
- #16. Crankt Banana Protein Shake 400mL - Protein Score 9.6/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 20.8g/serve
- #17. Crankt Premium Protein Shake Chocolate - Protein Score 9.6/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 20.8g/serve
- #18. Crankt Protein Shake Choc Honeycomb 400mL - Protein Score 9.6/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 20.8g/serve
- #19. Dare Protein No Sugar Added Iced Coffee Double Espresso - Protein Score 9.6/10 · Clean Score 8.1/10 · 30g/serve
- #20. Oak Plus Protein Salted Caramel Milk | 2L - Protein Score 9.5/10 · Clean Score 7.8/10 · 30g/serve
Editorial deep dive
Walking the Coles chiller aisle for protein drinks usually means dodging a lot of sugar disguised as fitness fuel. The Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake claims the crown with a Protein Score of 10, delivering strong-protein in this guide at 8.5g per 100ml. It also keeps things lean with just 0.2g of sugar per 100ml. However, that macro profile is held together by 12 additives, making it a clear skip candidate if you care about what goes into your body. Since the top spot is heavy on the extras, you should skip it and grab the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer instead. It earns a Clean Score of 9.8, taking the title for the cleanest pick on the shelf. You still get a solid 7.1g of protein per 100ml, but the ingredient list drops to just 2 additives. It carries a slightly higher 3.9g of sugar per 100ml and 57 cal per 100ml, but the trade-off for a purer drink is absolutely worth it. Optimum Nutrition also takes up serious space at the top of the rankings. The Optimum Nutrition High Protein Banana Shake sits high on the list with 8g of protein per 100ml and 2.3g of sugar per 100ml. Much like our leader, it relies hard on stabilizers and sweeteners, carrying 8 additives that keep it firmly in skip territory for purists. These heavy-hitters nail the macros but sacrifice ingredient quality to get there. If minimizing sweetness is your absolute priority, the Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake leads on the lowest sugar front with a microscopic 0.02g per 100ml. Across the 36 protein drinks we scored in this guide, the gap between genuine dairy protein and highly engineered formulas is massive. Many options in the chiller are just standard flavoured milks with a protein claim slapped on the front, loaded with artificial sweeteners to mimic the taste of a real milkshake. These top picks are spotted at Coles and Woolworths, but when you are standing in the Coles aisle, turn the bottle around before you buy. High protein density is easy to find, but it often comes with a massive additive load. Next time you need a grab-and-go refuel, check whether you are buying real milk protein or a chemistry experiment, and steer toward the cleaner labels.
Brand-by-brand notes
Musashi
Founded in 1987 and now backed by Vitaco, Musashi is one of the most recognised names in Australian sports nutrition. While their wider performance range fills specialty stores, the two protein drinks we score here are built for the everyday grocery run. You will easily find both of them sitting in the chilled dairy cabinet at Coles or Woolworths. Across those two drinks, the brand averages a heavy-hitting 8.3g of protein per 100ml and 3.0g of sugar per 100ml.It leads the pack on density alongside a few rivals with 8.5g of protein per 100ml, while keeping sugar down to a minimal 0.2g per 100ml. On the flip side, the Musashi High Protein Shake Vanilla trails behind because while it still delivers 8.2g of protein per 100ml, its sugar load spikes to 5.7g per 100ml. If you are tossing up between the two on your next supermarket trip, the decision is straightforward based on the numbers. Grab the chocolate Shred & Burn for a massive protein hit without the extra carbohydrates. We would leave the vanilla version on the shelf, as that noticeably higher sugar count drags down an otherwise strong profile.
Optimum Nutrition
Optimum Nutrition is a massive global sports nutrition brand, but their ready-to-drink options have moved right into the mainstream. You will find all 4 protein drinks we cover here stocked in major Australian supermarkets, sitting in the fridge next to the usual dairy options. They bring their supplement background to the grocery run, focusing on high protein totals without the heavy sugar load of traditional flavoured milks. Across the 4 protein drinks we scored, the brand averages a heavy-hitting 8.0g of protein and just 2.3g of sugar per 100ml. While the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake claims the overall top spot in our index, this lineup sits right near the top for muscle-building macros. The Optimum Nutrition High Protein Banana Shake stands out with 8g of protein per 100ml and 2.3g of sugar per 100ml. Since all four flavours share identical macros, that exact same banana drink also flags as their weakest on the numbers, but it still easily outclasses standard supermarket iced coffees. If you need a serious protein hit while walking the supermarket aisles, these are worth throwing in the basket. Grab any flavour from Coles or Woolworths knowing the numbers are identical across the board, so you can just pick based on taste. Skip them only if you are strictly avoiding artificial sweeteners, as the entire range relies on them to keep those sugar counts down.
Dairy Farmers
Dairy Farmers is an Australian dairy giant now operating under the Bega Group umbrella, expanding beyond standard milk into the functional space. We have scored 4 protein drinks from their lineup, and you will find them sitting right in the chiller aisles of Coles, Woolworths, and Aldi. Across the 4 products we score, the brand averages 7.5g of protein per 100ml and 4.6g of sugar per 100ml. The Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie+ Drink Mixed Berry stands out in their range, delivering that exact 7.5g of protein per 100ml alongside 4.6g of sugar per 100ml. The Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Drink Banana Honey sits as the weakest link in our index, though it mirrors those identical numbers with 7.5g of protein per 100ml and 4.6g of sugar per 100ml, showing a rigid formula across the board. While these dairy macros, they fall short of the category leader; the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake takes the crown with a Protein Score of 10 and 8.5g of protein per 100ml. If you want a straightforward milk-based option during your regular supermarket trip, Dairy Farmers offers a reliable baseline. Shoppers look for high protein, and while these sit comfortably mid-pack, the entire range relies on artificial sweeteners like aspartame to keep the sugar down. Grab the Mixed Berry if you want a familiar flavour profile, but if you want to push for higher protein density from the fridge at Coles or Woolworths, you might prefer the specialist sports brands instead.
Pauls
Pauls is one of Australia's oldest dairy names, bringing decades of milk expertise into the modern sports nutrition aisle. You will find all 4 of the protein drinks we score from them right in the chilled cabinets at Coles and Woolworths. Instead of launching a separate fitness brand, they have adapted their everyday milk lines to hit higher macros for the grab-and-go crowd. Across the lineup, these drinks average 7.5g of protein per 100ml, though they also carry an average 5.1g of sugar per 100ml. We look at the Pauls PLUS+ Protein Double Espresso Caramel Flavoured Milk as both their standout and their weakest link depending on your goals, delivering 7.5g of protein per 100ml alongside 5.1g of sugar per 100ml and a mix of artificial sweeteners. If you want to see what the top end of the fridge looks like, the category leader is the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, which earns a Protein Score of 10 and pushes protein up to 8.5g per 100ml while keeping sugar strictly down to 0.2g per 100ml. For a standard supermarket trip, the Pauls range works if you just need a quick dairy hit, but the additive profile makes them tough to recommend as a daily staple. The inclusion of sweeteners like 950 and 955 across the board means you might want to skip them if you prefer a shorter ingredients list. If you are chasing the cleanest pick in the category, grab the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer instead, which earns a Clean Score of 9.8 without relying on artificial sweeteners.
Crankt
Crankt pitches itself to the grab-and-go crowd needing a quick hit of liquid fuel. We track exactly 3 protein drinks from their current lineup, all of which are widely distributed across the country. You will easily spot these bottles during a regular supermarket trip to Coles or Woolworths, usually sitting right alongside the standard iced coffees. On the numbers, this range sits noticeably lower than the category heavyweights. The lineup averages 5.2g of protein and 2.7g of sugar per 100ml, making it a fairly light option for recovery. The standout is the Crankt Premium Protein Shake Chocolate, delivering 5.2g of protein and 2.6g of sugar per 100ml, though it also doubles as the weakest since the entire brand lineup shares nearly identical macros. If you want maximum density, you will need to look past this brand entirely to the category leader, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, which pushes 8.5g of protein per 100ml. If you are walking the supermarket aisle and just need a moderately dosed drink, this brand is entirely serviceable. However, the reliance on artificial sweeteners across all 3 drinks means shoppers looking for a cleaner profile might want to skip it. Grab one if it is the most convenient bottle in the fridge, but keep in mind that harder-working shakes are usually sitting on the very same shelf.
Dare
Dare is a familiar face in the Australian iced coffee scene, backed by Bega. They have stepped into the functional space by adding extra milk solids to their classic espresso and mocha profiles to bump up the macros. You will easily find all 3 protein drinks we've scored in the fridge across major Australian supermarkets like Coles, Woolworths, or Aldi. Looking at the numbers, the Dare lineup averages 6.0g of protein and 4.6g of sugar per 100ml. It is a helpful morning boost, but it trails the category leader, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, which delivers 8.5g per 100ml. The standout in their range is the Dare Protein Mocha Flavoured Milk, offering 6g of protein per 100ml alongside 4.5g of sugar per 100ml. Because their functional lineup is tightly formulated, this same drink is also the weakest on the roster if you are trying to avoid artificial sweeteners like 950 and 951. If you want a caffeinated hit that tastes exactly like a traditional iced coffee with a better macro profile, grab one on your next grocery run. However, if you are chasing the absolute lowest sugar in the fridge, skip Dare and look for the Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake, which drops it right down to 0.02g per 100ml. For a quick drink from the local supermarket, Dare gets the job done without overcomplicating your morning routine.
Oak
Oak is a mainstream Aussie milk label that stepped into the functional aisle with its Oak Plus line. We score 3 protein drinks from their range, and they are dead easy to find during a regular supermarket trip across Coles, Woolworths, or Aldi. Rather than targeting the hardcore fitness crowd, they deliver a familiar flavoured milk experience with a moderate macro bump. Across the lineup, these drinks sit firmly in the middle of the pack. They average 6.0g of protein and 5.3g of sugar per 100ml, which falls short of the true heavy hitters in our index. For context, the category leader, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, pushes a much denser 8.5g of protein per 100ml. Our standout from the brand is the Oak Plus Protein Salted Caramel Milk | 2L, delivering 6g of protein per 100ml alongside 5.4g of sugar per 100ml. The weakest link is the Oak Plus Protein Chocolate No Added Sugar Flavoured Milk, which yields 6g of protein per 100ml and 5.3g of sugar per 100ml. If you want a casual top-up that tastes exactly like standard milk, dropping one of these into your Coles or Woolies trolley makes sense. However, if you are chasing serious protein density, you should skip the Oak Plus range and grab the Musashi instead. The numbers show this brand functions better as a traditional flavoured milk than a dedicated sports drink.
Füll+
Füll+ is a familiar name in the functional dairy space, offering ready-to-drink options designed to keep you moving. We have scored 2 of their protein drinks in our index, and both are easy to grab from the fridge on a standard supermarket run at Coles or Woolworths. They position these as complete "on the go meals", aiming to balance macros for shoppers who need a quick fix rather than just a post-gym protein hit. Across the lineup, Füll+ averages 7.3g of protein per 100ml. That is showing, though it trails the outright category leader, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, which tops the category with 8.5g per 100ml. Sugar is where the meal-replacement style becomes obvious, with the brand averaging 6.7g per 100ml. The Füll+ Chocolate - On the Go Meal delivers 7.3g of protein per 100ml alongside 6.6g of sugar per 100ml, while the Füll+ Iced Coffee - On the Go Meal mirrors that performance with 7.3g of protein per 100ml and 6.7g of sugar per 100ml. If you are scanning the supermarket aisle for convenience, Füll+ offers a decent protein baseline for a busy day. They are an easy grab-and-go option when you hit Coles or Woolies. Just keep in mind that you are getting a noticeable sugar and artificial sweetener load along with the protein, so if you want a strictly low-sugar drink, you might want to skip these and look elsewhere in the fridge.
Rokeby
Western Australian dairy brand Rokeby Farms focuses on cold-pressed milk drinks that skip the heavy artificial sweeteners found elsewhere in the chiller. We track 6 protein drinks from their lineup, and you will find all of them sitting comfortably on the shelves at major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. They lean on lactase enzymes to keep things easy on the stomach, making them an easy grab-and-go option for morning commutes. Across the range, Rokeby averages 7.1g of protein per 100ml alongside 4.9g of sugar per 100ml. The Rokeby Protein Smoothie Choc Honeycomb is the standout here, delivering 7.1g of protein per 100ml while keeping sugar down to 3.9g per 100ml. If you want the purest ingredient profile in the category, the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer earns a Clean Score of 9.8 to take the crown. On the flip side, the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Strawberry brings up the rear, offering the same 7.1g of protein per 100ml but bumping the sugar up to 5.9g per 100ml. Next time you do a supermarket run, this brand is worth throwing in the basket if you want real dairy without an intense chemical aftertaste. Grab the Choc Honeycomb or Vanilla Wafer flavours to keep the sugar profile tight. If you need absolute maximum protein density, you will need to look past this shelf to the category leader, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, which hits 8.5g of protein per 100ml. Otherwise, Rokeby delivers a highly drinkable everyday option.
Ice Break
Ice Break is a familiar face in the Australian iced coffee scene, transitioning from traditional morning caffeine hits to functional dairy. The brand is built around real coffee and milk, aiming at tradies and commuters who want an extra kick with their brew. We track 2 protein drinks from their lineup, and you will find both stocked in the dairy fridge during a standard trip to Coles, Woolworths, or Aldi. The numbers show these are iced coffees first and functional drinks second, with the brand averaging 4.7g of protein and a heavy 8.3g of sugar per 100ml. The standout on the numbers is the Ice Break Iced Coffee Strong Espresso + Protein, delivering 6g of protein per 100ml and 6.6g of sugar per 100ml. On the weaker end, the Ice Break Iced Coffee Triple Shot offers a minimal 3.3g of protein per 100ml alongside 9.9g of sugar per 100ml. For context, the category leader, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, sets the pace at 8.5g of protein per 100ml, leaving this coffee-first brand trailing on density. If you are tossing one of these into your supermarket trolley, grab the Strong Espresso + Protein for a morning caffeine hit that includes a moderate macro bump. We suggest skipping the Triple Shot entirely if you are actually looking for muscle recovery, as the sugar load heavily outweighs the functional benefit. These are convenient fridge grabs for commuters, but shoppers focused purely on macros will find leaner options a few doors down in the dairy aisle.
UP&GO
Bridging the gap between a quick morning meal and functional sports nutrition, the UP&GO Protein Energize line takes a familiar Australian breakfast format and bumps up the macros. You will find both of the 2 protein drinks we score right in the cereal or long life milk aisles at Coles, Woolworths, and Aldi. They rely heavily on a mix of skim milk powder and soy protein rather than the pure whey or casein blends seen elsewhere in the category. Across the 2 protein drinks we track here, the brand averages 7.2g of protein per 100ml and 6.5g of sugar per 100ml. That protein density is decent for a breakfast crossover, but falls short of the category leader, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, which pushes 8.5g of protein per 100ml. The standout in the lineup is UP&GO Protein Energize Vanilla, delivering 7.1g of protein per 100ml and 6.2g of sugar per 100ml. The UP&GO Protein Energize Choc Hit 500mL runs slightly sweeter, hitting 6.7g of sugar per 100ml alongside its 7.2g of protein per 100ml. If you are grabbing a quick liquid breakfast during your weekly Woolworths shop, these drinks do the job of getting some early protein in. However, they rely on added cane sugar, maltodextrin, and vegetable oils, which drags down their overall appeal compared to cleaner options in the fridge. Skip them if you want a lean recovery drink with minimal sugar, but keep them in mind as an accessible supermarket backup when you are rushing out the door.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best protein drinks in Australia 2026?
- Earning a perfect Protein Score of 10.0/10, the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake is our top-rated protein drink at Coles for 8.5g of protein per 100ml. We rank protein drinks on their raw macros, and this Australian supermarket staple keeps sugar down to just 0.2g per 100ml. If you want maximum density without the sugar crash, this is the clear standout.
- Are protein drinks good for weight loss?
- We don't give nutritional advice, but the data shows Australian shoppers looking to cut sugar in 2026 have lean options in the fridge aisle. The Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake leads the category on carb control, recording just 0.02g of sugar per 100ml. It isn't a weight-loss product on its own, but the macros stack up if you are tracking calories. It delivers 4.6g of protein per 100ml while keeping the sweet stuff to an absolute minimum.
- Musashi vs Optimum Nutrition: which is better?
- The Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake outpaces the Optimum Nutrition lineup with 8.5g of protein per 100ml. While the Optimum Nutrition High Protein Chocolate Shake puts up a strong fight with 8.0g of protein and 2.3g of sugar per 100ml, the leader edges it out on both macros. Both brands rely on artificial sweeteners to keep overall calories in check. Pick Musashi if you want the higher Protein Score of 10.0 and a lower sugar count.
- How much protein is in UP&GO Protein Energize?
- UP&GO Protein Energize Choc Hit 500mL delivers 7.2g of protein per 100ml. While that gives it a decent bump for a morning commute, it also carries 6.7g of sugar per 100ml from added cane sugar. That sugar load makes it heavier than the dedicated sports brands the supermarket chiller. If you need a quick liquid breakfast it does the job, but there are leaner options if you just want pure protein.
- Is Rokeby a good protein brand?
- We can't say it's healthy for you specifically, but on the numbers, Rokeby leads this list for ingredient quality. The Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer earns a Clean Score of 9.8, making it the cleanest pick in our analysis. It provides 7.1g of protein per 100ml without relying on artificial sweeteners, using stevia and erythritol instead. It also includes the lactase enzyme, making it easier on the stomach for those sensitive to dairy.
- Is Dare Protein Mocha high in sugar?
- Dare Protein Mocha Flavoured Milk contains 4.5g of sugar per 100ml, which sits roughly in the middle of the pack for supermarket protein drinks. It pairs that with 6.0g of protein per 100ml. Instead of added cane sugar, it relies on artificial sweeteners to keep the sweetness up. If you just want an iced coffee with a macro bump, it works, but the top sports brands offer more protein for less sugar.
- Which protein drinks have the most protein at Coles?
- Six different protein drinks tie for the highest protein density at Coles, all delivering 8.5g of protein per 100ml. The Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake claims the overall top spot by pairing that density with a near-zero 0.2g of sugar per 100ml. The Optimum Nutrition lineup also features heavily in this top group. If your goal is raw muscle recovery, aim for anything hitting that 8.5g benchmark.
- Is Ice Break Triple Shot good for you?
- We don't give nutritional advice, but the numbers show the Ice Break Iced Coffee Triple Shot is more of a sugary energy hit than a serious protein supplement. It ranks near the bottom of our index with just 3.3g of protein and a heavy 9.9g of sugar per 100ml. The sweetness comes from straight added sugar rather than artificial sweeteners. If you want a coffee kick with actual macros, skip it and grab a cleaner espresso blend instead.