Best Protein Drinks in Australia
The RTD protein drink market is full of marketing and not enough protein. We ranked the major options in Australia on the numbers that actually matter.
45 products ranked. Updated 2026-06-13.
Overview
The protein drink aisle is a minefield of sugary flavoured milks masquerading as fitness fuel. Many popular options you'll spot at Coles and Woolworths offer barely more protein than regular milk but pack in the sugar. The best drinks, however, manage to deliver a serious protein dose without the sugar load, making them a genuinely convenient alternative to mixing a powder. On paper, the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake is our top-ranked pick. But with 12 additives listed on the label, it's a hard pass from us. We say skip it. For a much cleaner ingredient list, the Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro lineup is where you should be looking. It still delivers a massive protein hit with far fewer additives. Our pick is the Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla. It leads the category on protein density with 9.9g per 100ml, is virtually sugar-free at just 0.3g per 100ml, and lands a huge 50g of protein per serve. It strikes the best balance between a high Protein Score and Clean Score of 8.5, making it the grab-and-go drink we'd actually buy.
The verdict
The top of the rankings is a tight race, but the numbers don't tell the whole story. Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake scores a perfect 10.0, but with 12 additives, we say skip it. The same goes for the Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 drinks with 6 additives. The smarter pick is the cleaner sibling, Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 35 Protein Shake Chocolate 355ml. It still packs a massive 9.9g of protein per 100ml and delivers 35g protein per serve, making it a genuine post-gym recovery drink without the heavy additive load. If you're after a drink that prioritises clean ingredients over sheer protein numbers, Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer is the standout. It earns the highest Clean Score of 9.8 in this guide, using stevia and natural flavours instead of a long list of artificial sweeteners and stabilisers. The protein is still at 7.1g per 100ml, making it choice for an everyday desk snack or a less intense refuel when you want to keep the ingredient list short and simple.
Rankings
- #1. Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 35 Protein Shake Chocolate 355ml - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 35g/serve
With a Protein Score of 10.0/10, this drink from Musashi earns its #1 spot on sheer numbers. It delivers a huge 31.7g of protein per serve, putting it at the top of the category for a single bottle. Sugar is almost zero at just 0.2g per 100ml, keeping calories down to 48 per 100ml. The catch is a heavy additive load. With 12 additives on the label, it's a trade-off for the low sugar and high protein. This isn't a simple milk drink, it's a highly engineered formula. If you prioritise a clean ingredients list over pure macros, we'd say skip it and look at other protein drinks we've scored with shorter labels.
- #2. Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Vanilla Ice Cream - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 30g/serve
Protein Score: 10.0/10. Optimum Nutrition's Pure Pro 50 Vanilla scores a perfect 10.0 on protein, and it's easy to see why. It packs a massive 50g of protein per serve, making it one of the heaviest hitters we've analysed. On a per 100ml basis, it's tied for the most protein-dense drink in the category at 9.9g, with just 46 calories per 100ml and a tiny 0.3g of sugar per 100ml. The trade-off for that protein punch is a longer list of additives. With 6 additives on the label, its Clean Score of 8.5 is a step down from the cleanest options. If you're chasing a simpler ingredient list, we'd say skip it and look at the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer instead. For those purely focused on maximising protein intake in a single serve, this drink is hard to beat, but the additive load is worth considering.
- #3. Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Chocolate - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 50g/serve
Optimum Nutrition's Pure Pro 35 earns a perfect Protein Score of 10.0/10, sharing the top spot with the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake. It gets there with a massive 9.9g of protein per 100ml, which also ties it for the most protein-dense drink in this guide. The sugar is kept right down at just 0.3g per 100ml, with calories at a lean 47 per 100ml. The formula is kept reasonably clean, with five additives earning it a Clean Score of 8.5/10. It's a simple, effective profile that delivers a big 35g protein hit per serve without the extra sugar or calories found elsewhere. If you're after maximum protein density in a ready-to-drink format, this is one of the best you can grab.
- #4. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Vanilla Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.4/10 · 30g/serve
- #5. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Chocolate Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 30g/serve
- #6. Rokeby Protein Smoothie Choc Honeycomb - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 9.4/10 · 30g/serve
- #7. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Banana Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.2/10 · 30g/serve
- #8. Rokeby Protein Smoothie Banana Honey + Cinnamon - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 9.2/10 · 30g/serve
- #9. Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 35 Protein Shake Coffee 355ml - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 35g/serve
- #10. Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 9.8/10 · 30g/serve
- #11. Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Strawberry Milkshake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 30g/serve
- #12. Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 50g/serve
- #13. Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Milk Choc - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.4/10 · 30g/serve
- #14. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Strawberry Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 7.9/10 · 30g/serve
- #15. Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 7.9/10 · 31.7g/serve
- #16. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Mango - Protein Score 9.9/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 30g/serve
- #17. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie+ Drink Mixed Berry - Protein Score 9.9/10 · Clean Score 8.0/10 · 30g/serve
- #18. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Vanilla - Protein Score 9.9/10 · Clean Score 9.0/10 · 30g/serve
- #19. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Chocolate - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 8.4/10 · 30g/serve
- #20. Pauls PLUS+ Protein Summer Berries Flavoured Milk - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 8.1/10 · 30g/serve
Editorial deep dive
The protein drinks in the chilled aisle offer a simple trade-off: convenience for compromise. They save you the faff of powders and shakers, but often come with a laundry list of additives and sweeteners. The real challenge isn't finding protein, it's finding a drink that delivers it cleanly without being a chemistry experiment. On pure numbers, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake leads the category with a Protein Score of 10.0. It packs a solid 8.5g protein per 100ml and keeps sugar low at just 0.2g per 100ml. But with 12 additives on the label, it's a hard pass from us. We say skip it. The runner-up, Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla, is in the same boat with six additives. For genuine protein density, the Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro range is the standout, delivering a category-leading 9.9g of protein per 100ml across several of its drinks. These are the ones to look for if your main goal is maximising protein in a single serve. You'll spot these potent options in the fridges at Coles and Woolworths, offering a serious protein hit without the sugar load. The sugar content across this category varies wildly. While the top performers like Optimum Nutrition and Musashi are virtually sugar-free, others can be surprisingly high. Some drinks creep towards traditional flavoured milk territory, so it pays to check the total sugar for the whole bottle, not just the per-100ml figure. For a clean profile, the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer earns our highest Clean Score of 9.8, using stevia and whole ingredients over a stack of artificial sweeteners. Our advice is to look past the top two ranks. The Musashi and the first Optimum Nutrition are just too loaded with additives to recommend. Instead, the real winner here is the Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 35 Protein Shake Chocolate 355ml. It matches the top protein density at 9.9g per 100ml and keeps its additive count to a more reasonable five, making it the smartest pick of the high-performers.
Brand-by-brand notes
Musashi
Musashi is a heavy-hitter in Australian sports nutrition, with a long history of making products for serious training. The brand is a familiar sight not just in supplement stores but also in the drink fridge at major supermarkets. For anyone doing a regular shop at Coles or Woolworths, their ready-to-drink options are some of the easiest to find. Of the two protein drinks we've scored, one completely dominates the category while the other is surprisingly average. The Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake is our #1 pick across all brands, landing a perfect Protein Score of 10.0 with 8.5g of protein per 100ml and just 0.2g of sugar per 100ml. In contrast, the Musashi High Protein Shake Vanilla has slightly less protein and a massive 5.7g of sugar per 100ml, well above the category average. The verdict here is simple. The Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake is the clear winner and one of the best protein drinks you can grab off a supermarket shelf. It delivers strong protein numbers while being one of the lowest-sugar options available. We'd give the High Protein Shake a miss, as its higher sugar content makes it a much weaker choice when its sibling is sitting right next to it.
Muscle Nation
Muscle Nation's ready-to-drink range scores exceptionally well, tying for the top spot in our rankings. Originally known for supplements and gym gear, the Aussie brand has made a strong move into the supermarket aisle. All 3 of the protein drinks we've scored are found in major retailers like Coles and Woolworths, making them an easy find. The entire lineup, including the RTD Protein Shake Strawberry Milkshake and Vanilla Ice Cream flavours, delivers a consistent 7.5g of protein per 100ml. This sits just above the category average. Where they really pull ahead is on sugar, with just 1.6g per 100ml, which is less than half the category average of 3.8g per 100ml. This performance puts them on par with our #1 ranked Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake. On pure protein and sugar numbers, Muscle Nation is a winner. However, a look at the ingredients list shows a heavy reliance on stabilisers, gums, and artificial sweeteners. While the range earns a perfect Protein Score of 10.0, the additive load is high. For this reason, we'd say skip it. If you're after a cleaner ingredient list, grab the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer instead.
Optimum Nutrition
Optimum Nutrition is a global giant in the protein world, and with eight drinks in our analysis, they have one of the biggest ranges on Australian shelves. Owned by Glanbia, they're a familiar sight for anyone who's been around a gym. Their distribution is a real mix; about half of the drinks we score are available in major supermarkets, while the other half are found in specialty supplement stores and online. On the numbers, the brand's range is strong, averaging 8.9g of protein per 100ml, well above the 7.1g per 100ml category average. Sugars are also low at 1.3g per 100ml on average, compared to 3.8g per 100ml across the category. There is a clear split in performance, however. The Pure Pro line. with drinks like the `Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla` tying for the highest protein density in our index at 9.9g of protein per 100ml. The standard 'High Protein' shakes are a step down, delivering 8g of protein per 100ml. Our advice is to aim for the Pure Pro drinks if you can find them. With 9.9g of protein per 100ml, the `Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla`, `Pure Pro 50 Chocolate` and their coffee sibling are the brand's top performers. The standard High Protein shakes are decent, but they're outclassed by their own brand's stronger options. You'll find some of the range on the supermarket shelf, but for the full lineup, you may need to head to a supplement store.
Dairy Farmers
Dairy Farmers is a classic Aussie dairy name, part of the Bega family. Their protein drinks are a mainstream play, built for convenience and found right in the fridge aisle during your weekly shop. You won't need to hunt for these, as all 5 drinks we've scored are stocked at major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. The range performs consistently, but it's middle-of-the-road stuff. Protein across the Protein Smoothie lineup lands at 7.5g per 100ml, a touch above the category average. Sugar, however, is also consistent at around 4.6g per 100ml, which is higher than many competitors. These drinks don't come close to the protein density of the leaders and are leagues away from the ultra-lean profile of the #1 ranked Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake. Our verdict is that these are a decent, accessible option if convenience is your main driver. They're easy to find and provide protein top-up. However, if you're after a leaner drink with less sugar or a cleaner formula without artificial sweeteners like aspartame (951), there are better-performing protein drinks sitting right next to them in the same fridge.
Pauls
Pauls is a dairy fridge staple in Australia, part of the global Lactalis organisation. Rather than being a specialised sports nutrition outfit, they're a mainstream brand adding protein versions to their familiar flavoured milk lineup. This makes them highly accessible, with all 4 of the protein drinks we've scored easy to find on the shelves at major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. The entire Pauls PLUS+ Protein range is remarkably consistent, and consistently mid. All four flavours land at exactly 7.5g of protein and 5.1g of sugar per 100ml. While the protein is just above the category average of 7.1g per 100ml, the sugar is well above the 3.8g per 100ml average. This formula, which includes artificial sweeteners, puts them a long way behind leaner, higher-protein drinks in our index. If you're grabbing a drink on the run and it's the only choice, it'll do the job for a quick protein top-up. But the high sugar content makes it a compromise compared to the top performers. For a much leaner profile, the category leader Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake delivers more protein with a fraction of the sugar. Pauls offers convenience from the supermarket fridge, but better numbers are easy to find.
Crankt
Crankt is a familiar Australian name, easily found in the drink fridges at major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. The brand focuses squarely on convenience, with a small lineup of ready-to-drink protein drinks. They're aimed more at the everyday shopper needing a quick top-up than the hardcore gym enthusiast. The numbers from the 3 Crankt protein drinks we've scored are consistent, but they don't lead the pack. Protein density averages just 5.2g per 100ml, which falls significantly short of the 7.1g per 100ml category average. For context, the category's densest drinks push towards 9.9g protein per 100ml. Where Crankt does better is on sugar, with its 2.7g per 100ml average sitting comfortably below the category benchmark. Our verdict is that Crankt is a convenience-first option, but not a performance one. If you're at the supermarket and just need something quick with a bit of protein, it does the job without being a sugar bomb. However, if your goal is maximising protein intake, there are far stronger performers on the shelf, including our top pick, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake.
Dare
Dare is a familiar face in the supermarket and service station fridge, known more for its classic iced coffee fix than for serious protein credentials. As part of the Bega portfolio, these drinks are everywhere, sitting alongside standard flavoured milks. We've scored 3 of their protein-fortified drinks, all of which are easily found at major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. On the numbers, the Dare protein lineup is pretty mid-tier. The range averages 6.0g of protein per 100ml, which is a full gram below the category average of 7.1g. Sugar is also on the high side at an average of 4.6g per 100ml, sitting above the category benchmark. The Dare Protein Mocha Flavoured Milk, for example, has 6g of protein per 100ml and 4.5g of sugar per 100ml, a long way from the lean profile of dedicated protein drinks. Our verdict? Dare's protein drinks are more like a slightly better-for-you flavoured milk than a focused recovery drink. They offer a convenient caffeine and protein hit, but they don't compete with the top performers on macros. If you're just after a quick pick-me-up, they'll do the job. But for anyone tracking their protein intake seriously, you're better off looking at leaner, denser options like the category winner, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake.
Atkins
Atkins is built entirely around the low-carb diet philosophy, a legacy of its American founder Dr. Robert C. Atkins. The brand's focus isn't on topping the protein charts, but on delivering products with minimal sugar and carbohydrates. You'll find the two Atkins protein drinks we've scored sitting on the shelves of major Australian supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths, targeting a very specific shopper. On the numbers, the protein content is underwhelming. Averaging just 4.6g of protein per 100ml, the Atkins range is significantly below the category average of 7.1g. Where they stand out is sugar, or rather, the lack of it. The Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake contains just 0.02g of sugar per 100ml, tying for the lowest sugar content in our analysis. Its sibling, the Smooth Chocolate Protein Shake, is almost identical at 0.03g per 100ml. If your goal is purely maximising protein intake, these aren't for you. The category leader, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, packs a much bigger punch. However, for anyone on a strict low-sugar or ketogenic diet, Atkins is one of the only brands that truly delivers on that front. Both the vanilla and chocolate drinks are solid picks for that specific purpose, and you can grab them during your regular supermarket shop.
Oak
Oak is an iconic Australian flavoured milk brand, a staple of service station fridges and supermarket aisles for decades. Owned by French dairy giant Lactalis, its protein-boosted 'Plus' range aims to bridge the gap between a classic milk drink and a functional recovery option. You'll find the 3 protein drinks we've scored right next to their standard lineup in Coles and Woolworths. On the numbers, the Oak Plus range is more milk than muscle. The lineup averages just 6.0g of protein per 100ml, sitting below the 7.1g per 100ml category average. Sugar is also high at an average of 5.3g per 100ml, a fair bit over the category's 3.8g per 100ml benchmark. There's barely any daylight between the Oak Plus Protein Salted Caramel Milk and the Chocolate No Added Sugar flavour, with both landing at 6g of protein per 100ml. Our verdict is pretty simple: if you're after a serious protein drink, this isn't it. The high sugar and modest protein content place Oak firmly at the casual end of the spectrum, far from dedicated performers like our top pick, Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake. Grab an Oak Plus if you love the familiar flavour and just want a small protein top-up, but don't mistake it for a proper recovery drink.
Füll+
Füll+ positions its drinks as 'On the Go Meals', fortified with a long list of vitamins and minerals rather than being a straight protein top-up. You'll find the two drinks we've scored in the fridges at major Australian supermarkets. This isn't a specialty brand, it's aimed squarely at the mainstream grocery shopper looking for a convenient meal substitute. On the numbers, the Füll+ range is average at best. Protein sits at 7.3g per 100ml, just scraping above the category average. the difference is the sugar content, landing around 6.7g per 100ml, which is significantly higher than the category average of 3.8g. Both the Füll+ Chocolate and Iced Coffee drinks are almost identical on their macros, so there's no standout performer within this small lineup. If you're looking for a lean protein drink, this isn't it. The high sugar content puts Füll+ in a different class to lean options like the category-leading Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake. Think of it more as a convenience meal replacement for a busy day, but be aware of that sugar load. You can grab one during your regular grocery run, but far better options exist if protein density and low sugar are your priorities.
Rokeby
Rokeby is an Australian brand that keeps things simple, focusing on milk-based protein smoothies. They've built a strong presence in the chilled aisle, and you'll find all 6 of the protein drinks we've scored in major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. They lean on natural ingredients and avoid the long chemical lists common in this category. On the numbers, Rokeby's protein content sits right on the category average at 7.1g per 100ml. Their real strength is clean formulas, with the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer earning the highest Clean Score of 9.8 in this entire guide. However, their average sugar at 4.9g per 100ml is a bit higher than the category average, with the Strawberry flavour hitting 5.9g sugar per 100ml. The Choc Honeycomb is a better pick, dropping sugar to 3.9g per 100ml. For shoppers prioritising a clean ingredient list over maximum protein density, Rokeby is a standout. The Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer is our pick of their bunch for its top Clean Score of 9.8. Just be mindful of the sugar content on some flavours. If you're looking for a straightforward, additive-free protein drink, they're one of the easiest and cleanest options to grab from the supermarket fridge.
Ice Break
Ice Break is an Aussie iced coffee icon, a staple of service station and supermarket fridges for decades. Owned by Lactalis Australia, the brand is known more for its caffeine hit than its protein content. The two protein-fortified drinks in its lineup are found right next to the originals at Coles and Woolworths. On the numbers, these are coffee drinks first and protein drinks a distant second. The brand averages a low 4.7g of protein per 100ml and a very high 8.3g of sugar per 100ml, lagging far behind the category averages of 7.1g protein and 3.8g sugar. The better of the two, Ice Break Iced Coffee Strong Espresso + Protein, offers 6g of protein per 100ml. The Triple Shot version drops to just 3.3g protein per 100ml and packs in 9.9g of sugar per 100ml. Frankly, if you're chasing protein, walk right past these. The sugar content is a real problem, and the protein dose is too low to compete with dedicated drinks like the category-leading Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake. If you're set on an Ice Break and want a slight protein bump, grab the Strong Espresso + Protein, but don't mistake it for a serious post-workout refuel.
UP&GO
UP&GO is a household name in Australia, a Sanitarium brand that's become shorthand for a liquid breakfast. You'll find their range in every major supermarket fridge, positioned as a convenient meal on the move. While not a dedicated sports nutrition brand, its protein-fortified drinks land in our analysis alongside more specialised options. On the numbers, the Protein Energize range is pretty mid. Protein density is bang on the category average, with the UP&GO Protein Energize Choc Hit delivering 7.2g of protein per 100ml. Where they fall down is sugar. Both drinks contain over 6g of sugar per 100ml, which is significantly higher than the category average of 3.8g and a world away from the leanest drinks on the shelf. This is driven by added cane sugar, not the sweeteners used by most rivals. Our verdict is straightforward. If you're grabbing a drink purely for convenience and a bit of everything, UP&GO is easy to find. But for anyone looking for a high-protein, low-sugar drink, these are a pass. The sugar load from ingredients like cane sugar and maltodextrin puts them in a different league to cleaner, more focused options like the category-leading Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best protein drink in Australia 2026?
- The top-scoring protein drink in Australia for 2026 is the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, which earns a perfect Protein Score of 10.0. It leads our analysis of 46 popular protein drinks by combining a strong 8.5g of protein per 100ml with low sugar at just 0.2g per 100ml. While it claims the top spot, several drinks from Optimum Nutrition's Pure Pro range also achieve a Protein Score of 10.0, sitting just behind on tie-breakers.
- Is Musashi a good brand for protein drinks?
- We don't give nutritional advice, but on the numbers, Musashi makes the top-rated protein drink in our Australian index for 2026. Their Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake achieves a Protein Score of 10.0, the highest possible. This is driven by a great balance of high protein and minimal sugar. However, it's worth checking the label on their other products; the Musashi High Protein Shake Vanilla, for instance, has a much higher sugar content at 5.7g per 100ml.
- Musashi vs Optimum Nutrition: which protein drink is better?
- Both brands produce top protein drinks, but Musashi's Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake takes the #1 spot with a Protein Score of 10.0, just ahead of Optimum Nutrition's best on tie-breakers. Where Optimum Nutrition's Pure Pro 50 range excels is protein density, leading the entire category with 9.9g of protein per 100ml. Musashi wins on its extremely low sugar content. For the highest overall score, pick Musashi. For the absolute maximum protein per millilitre, go with Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50.
- What is the best protein drink for weight loss?
- We don't give nutritional advice and no single protein drink causes weight loss, but the data shows some products have macros that may support those goals. On the numbers, the Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake is a standout, containing just 0.02g of sugar per 100ml, which is the lowest in our analysis. While its protein is more moderate at 4.Our #1 ranked Musashi Shred & Burn is another choice, with much higher protein and still only 0.2g of sugar per 100ml.
- How much protein is in an Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 shake?
- The Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla protein drink contains 9.9g of protein per 100ml. This is the highest protein density among all 46 protein drinks we scored, a figure matched by the Chocolate and Coffee flavours in the same range. The '50' in the name refers to the total 50 grams of protein packed into the full 500ml bottle, making it one of the most substantial single-serve options available.
- Which protein drinks are lowest in sugar?
- The Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake is one of the lowest-sugar protein drinks available, with just 0.02g of sugar per 100ml. It shares this rock-bottom sugar content with its sibling, the Atkins Smooth Chocolate Protein Shake, and several Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro drinks. For comparison, our overall #1 pick, the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, is also lean at 0.2g of sugar per 100ml. Always check the label, as some other protein drinks can contain more than 6g of sugar per 100ml.
- What is the cleanest protein drink in Australia?
- The Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer earns the highest Clean Score of 9.8 in our analysis, making it our pick for the cleanest protein drink. Our Clean Score rates products from 0-10 based on their ingredient list, penalising additives like artificial sweeteners, gums, and colours. The Rokeby smoothie uses natural sweeteners like stevia and erythritol and has a shorter ingredient list than many competitors, helping it stand out in a category where long lists of stabilisers and emulsifiers are common.
- How does ProteinScore rate protein drinks?
- Our Protein Score is a 0-10 rating we calculate based on the nutrition information printed on the label of each protein drink. The score primarily rewards high protein content, both per 100ml and per total serve, as this is the main job of a protein drink. It then penalises for high amounts of sugar and total calories. The goal is to identify protein drinks that deliver a strong dose of protein without a significant trade-off in other areas.