Lowest Calorie Protein Shakes in Australia - Ranked 2026
The major RTD protein shakes in Australia, ranked by calories per 100mL, lowest first. The most calorie-efficient picks with serious protein density.
46 products ranked. Updated 2026-05-19.
Overview
When scanning the chiller aisle at Coles and Woolworths for a lean option, the calorie math matters just as much as the macros. Trimming the energy in a ready-to-drink shake usually means gutting the protein, but the EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake avoids that trap. It claims the crown here by hitting 30g protein per serve and keeping sugar down to just 0.4g per 100ml. The catch with these ultra-lean drinks is the ingredient list required to mimic milk without the extra calories. The leader carries 7 additives with a Clean Score of 8.5, while the runner-up Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Strawberry Milkshake relies on 6 additives alongside its 7.5g protein per 100ml. If you prefer a shorter ingredient list, skip it and grab the cleanest pick, the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer, which earns a Clean Score of 9.8. We don't give nutritional advice, but on the numbers, shoppers chasing pure density should look at the Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla, which brings the highest protein at 9.9g per 100ml. If your strict priority is keeping the energy intake at the absolute floor, the EHP Labs bottle is the one to grab.
The verdict
EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake technically leads this low-calorie list, delivering 7.1g of protein per 100ml and just 0.4g of sugar per 100ml. While those numbers look great for a strict cut, we say skip it. It carries a heavy additive load with seven distinct additives to hold the formula together, and the runners-up from Muscle Nation and Atkins suffer from the same highly processed sweetener stacks. Chasing the absolute lowest calorie count in the fridge aisle almost always means trading away clean ingredients. For a smarter grab-and-go option that skips the heavy processing, we point to the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer. It earns a Clean Score of 9.8 by keeping the ingredient list simple, while still matching the leader with 7.1g of protein per 100ml. If your main goal is muscle recovery, Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla leads on density with 9.9g of protein per 100ml. Both of these protein drinks offer a much better balance of real nutrition than the ultra-processed calorie cutters.
Rankings
- #1. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Vanilla Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.4/10 · 30g/serve
We hand the EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake a Protein Score 10.0/10 because it absolutely delivers on density. Pulling 30g of protein per serve at 7.1g per 100ml, it easily replaces a messy post-gym powder mix. It keeps the energy low at 35 calories per 100ml and runs tight on sugar with just 0.4g per 100ml. If you want maximum macros without the shaker faff, the raw numbers are hard to argue. But that profile comes at a cost, carrying a heavy load of 7 additives to hold the flavour and texture together. If you are a shopper who wants a clean ingredient list in your protein drinks, skip this one entirely and look for a simpler milk blend elsewhere in our index. For those who just want to hit a high target on the commute home, it gets the job done.
- #2. Rokeby Protein Smoothie Choc Honeycomb - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 9.4/10 · 30g/serve
Earning a Protein Score of 10.0, Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Strawberry Milkshake pulls its weight at Woolworths with 30g of protein per serve. It sits just behind our top pick, EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake, keeping the macros tight at 41 calories per 100ml and 1.6g of sugar per 100ml. The raw numbers look great for anyone chasing a fast macro hit in the protein drinks category. However, that efficiency comes with a heavy trade-off. We score this product with 6 additives, pulling its Clean Score down to 8.5. If you care about avoiding heavy processing, skip it. You are far better off reaching for Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer, which leads our index for ingredient purity. It delivers on sheer volume but sacrifices formula quality to get there.
- #3. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Chocolate Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 30g/serve
Securing third place among protein drinks with a Protein Score of 10.0, the Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Vanilla Ice Cream pushes 30g of protein per serve. It keeps the energy footprint tight at 42 calories per 100ml alongside 7.5g of protein per 100ml. the supermarket shelf, those numbers look highly competitive for shoppers simply chasing raw density. However, that high score masks a heavy additive load, relying on 6 additives to stabilise the mix and hit 1.6g of sugar per 100ml. If you care about clean ingredients, skip it and grab the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer instead. While Muscle Nation delivers the macros, the ingredient trade-off keeps it from challenging the EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake for the absolute lead.
- #4. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Strawberry Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 7.9/10 · 30g/serve
- #5. EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.2/10 · 30g/serve
- #6. Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 7.9/10 · 31.7g/serve
- #7. Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Chocolate - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 50g/serve
- #8. Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 9.8/10 · 30g/serve
- #9. Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 35 Protein Shake Chocolate 355ml - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 35g/serve
- #10. Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 35 Protein Shake Coffee 355ml - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 35g/serve
- #11. Rokeby Protein Smoothie Banana Honey + Cinnamon - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 9.2/10 · 30g/serve
- #12. Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Milk Choc - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.4/10 · 30g/serve
- #13. Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 50g/serve
- #14. Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Vanilla Ice Cream - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 30g/serve
- #15. Optimum Nutrition High Protein Banana Shake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.2/10 · 30g/serve
- #16. Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Strawberry Milkshake - Protein Score 10.0/10 · Clean Score 8.5/10 · 30g/serve
- #17. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Vanilla - Protein Score 9.9/10 · Clean Score 9.0/10 · 30g/serve
- #18. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Mango - Protein Score 9.9/10 · Clean Score 8.3/10 · 30g/serve
- #19. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie+ Drink Mixed Berry - Protein Score 9.9/10 · Clean Score 8.0/10 · 30g/serve
- #20. Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Drink Banana Honey - Protein Score 9.8/10 · Clean Score 9.0/10 · 30g/serve
Editorial deep dive
Chasing the lowest calories in the chilled cabinet usually means sacrificing something else. EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake leads this list, hitting low 35 cal/100ml alongside 7.1g protein/100ml and 0.4g sugar/100ml. That calorie count puts it at #1 of the 46 products in the category, making it an obvious draw for shoppers tracking every single macro. However, we suggest you skip it. To get the numbers that low, the formulation relies on a heavy stack of 7 additives to replace the mouthfeel and stability of real ingredients. The runner-up spots follow the exact same playbook. Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Strawberry Milkshake delivers 41 cal/100ml and 7.5g protein/100ml, while the Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Vanilla Ice Cream sits right behind at 42 cal/100ml with 7.5g protein/100ml. Both carry 6 additives to maintain their texture and sweetness without the extra energy. If you are grabbing a post-gym refuel spotted at Coles and Woolworths, you have to decide if that artificial load is a fair trade for minor calorie savings. We score from labels, and the data shows that cutting calories this aggressively often requires a steep rise in processing. If you want to strip out sugar entirely, the Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake leads the data with 0.02g sugar/100ml, but the protein drops significantly to just 4.6g protein/100ml and it still brings 7 additives. Shoppers aiming for maximum muscle recovery should look at Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla instead. It delivers a category-leading 9.9g protein/100ml for a very reasonable 46 cal/100ml, though it also carries 6 additives and remains a skip candidate in our index. Building a drink with that much protein and so few calories almost always demands a complex sweetener profile. We prefer protein drinks that do not read like a chemistry experiment. If you want a genuinely clean profile that still delivers a solid nutritional payload, grab the Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer. It earns a Clean Score of 9.8 and provides protein without the heavy processing found in the absolute lowest-calorie options. Skip the heavily engineered leaders and pick the Rokeby for a better balance of real dairy ingredients and functional recovery.
Brand-by-brand notes
EHP Labs
Known heavily for their sports nutrition line, EHP Labs keeps their ready-to-drink options entirely off the major supermarket shelves. You will not find their drinks in Coles, Woolworths, or Aldi today, meaning shoppers have to order direct from their website or visit a specialty supplement stockist. We have scored exactly 1 protein drink from their current range, and it makes a serious impact on the numbers.It delivers 7.1g of protein per 100ml while keeping carbohydrates low, averaging just 0.4g of sugar per 100ml. While it does not hit the absolute highest protein mark set by Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla at 9.9g per 100ml, it strikes balance for anyone wanting a leaner macro profile. If you are already buying from their performance range online, adding this drink to your cart is an easy call. The macro split is genuinely top, though you do have to accept a fairly standard additive load and artificial sweeteners to achieve that low-sugar result. Grab it from a specialty stockist if you want a highly refined drink, but remember you cannot just pick it up on your weekly grocery run.
Muscle Nation
Muscle Nation started as an apparel and sports nutrition brand, but they have aggressively pushed into the everyday dairy cabinet. You will spot the 3 protein drinks we track from them sitting right in the fridge at Coles and Woolworths. They aim for the space between serious gym fuel and casual flavoured milk, bringing their supplement background straight to your grocery run. Across the lineup, these shakes deliver a uniform 7.5g of protein per 100ml and keep sugar low at 1.6g per 100ml. The Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Strawberry Milkshake mirrors these exact numbers, offering a decent macro profile that beats standard iced coffees but falls short of the absolute top. For context, the category leader, EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake, runs leaner on the ingredients, while Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla pushes the protein ceiling higher at 9.9g per 100ml. Muscle Nation sits comfortably in the middle, relying on artificial sweeteners to keep the sugar down while hitting that mid-range protein target. If you are grabbing a quick recovery drink from the Coles or supermarket fridge, these shakes do exactly what you expect on the macros. The flavours lean noticeably sweet, so if you are trying to dodge a heavy artificial sweetener profile, you might want to skip them. Otherwise, they deliver dose of protein for a standard supermarket run without blowing out your daily sugar limit.
Optimum Nutrition
Optimum Nutrition is a massive global player in the sports nutrition space, bringing gym-focused macros into the ready-to-drink format. Their local footprint is genuinely split across channels. Of the 8 protein drinks we score from the brand, 4 sit in the supermarket fridges at Coles and Woolworths, while the other 4 are found through independent retailers and supplement stores. With 8 drinks in our index, they lead the shelf in sheer volume alongside Rokeby and Dairy Farmers. The numbers lean heavily toward raw muscle recovery, averaging a massive 8.9g of protein and just 1.3g of sugar per 100ml across the range. The clear standout is the Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla, which delivers 9.9g of protein and 0.3g of sugar per 100ml, securing its spot as the highest protein density pick in the category. For shoppers chasing maximum macros, tracking down the Pure Pro 50 bottles from an independent shop is the right move. If you are grabbing a quick option from the supermarket fridge, their standard High Protein shakes are a reliable grab, though they rely on a standard artificial sweetener stack. If your main goal is keeping calories at the absolute floor while still hitting your targets, you are better off picking up the overall category leader, the EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake.
Dairy Farmers
Dairy Farmers is one of the most familiar names in the Australian dairy cabinet, expanding beyond standard milk to capture the active crowd. We score 5 protein drinks from their lineup, and all are readily stocked in the chilled aisles at major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. In this guide, the shelf is mostly Optimum Nutrition, Rokeby, and Dairy Farmers. Across their range, these drinks average 7.5g of protein and 4.6g of sugar per 100ml. The Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Vanilla is our standout from the brand, delivering 7.5g of protein per 100ml and 4.6g of sugar per 100ml. The Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Chocolate lands as the weakest in our index, posting an identical 7.5g of protein per 100ml and 4.6g of sugar per 100ml.If you are grabbing a quick refuel during your weekly supermarket trip, the Dairy Farmers range offers a straightforward option. Every flavour relies on artificial sweeteners to keep the sugar manageable, so purists might want to skip them and look for cleaner profiles. For shoppers who just want an accessible, chilled protein hit straight from the Coles or supermarket fridge, the Vanilla smoothie gets the job done without overcomplicating the formula.
Pauls
Pauls is a massive name in Australian dairy, stepping beyond standard milk cartons to compete in the fortified functional space. Their PLUS+ line takes familiar flavoured milk profiles and bumps up the macros for the grab-and-go crowd. You will not have to hunt for these, as all 4 protein drinks we cover here are stocked in major Australian supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. The 4 protein drinks we score from the brand sit uniformly across the board, averaging 7.5g of protein per 100ml and 5.1g of sugar per 100ml. The Pauls Plus+ Protein Flavoured Milk Banana & Honey mirrors this exactly, delivering 7.5g of protein per 100ml alongside 5.1g of sugar per 100ml. That protein density for a dairy snack, but it trails the category leader, EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake. The sugar load is also noticeably higher than the leaner options we review, largely because these drinks rely on a mix of natural milk sugars, polydextrose, and artificial sweeteners to hit their taste profile. If you want a traditional flavoured milk experience with a functional macro boost, throwing a Pauls PLUS+ carton into your trolley during a supermarket run makes sense. The Banana & Honey flavour hits the nostalgia mark well without completely abandoning the macros. However, if you are strictly tracking carbs or actively trying to minimise your sweetener intake, you might want to skip these and look toward the cleaner, lower-sugar alternatives in the dairy cabinet.
Crankt
If you have ever grabbed a quick drink on the run, you have probably seen Crankt sitting in the fridge. We track 3 protein drinks from the brand, all of which are easy to pick up during a standard grocery trip at Coles, Woolworths or Aldi. They pitch themselves as a functional lifestyle beverage, but a look at the raw label data shows this older formula is struggling to keep up with the modern pack. Across the lineup, Crankt averages 5.2g of protein and 2.7g of sugar per 100ml.The Crankt Premium Protein Shake Chocolate stands as both the brand's standout and its weakest link, delivering 5.2g of protein and 2.6g of sugar per 100ml. It relies on a noticeable stack of artificial sweeteners, stabilisers and emulsifiers to hold the texture together, making it a distinctly mid-tier option. If you are walking the supermarket aisle looking for a serious refuel, we suggest you skip Crankt. The protein figures just do not stack up against the denser, cleaner options sitting right next to it in the fridge. Unless it is the only bottle left at a regional roadhouse, you can easily find a better nutritional profile without leaving the dairy section.
Dare
Dare built its reputation in the Australian iced coffee scene before stepping into the functional dairy space. While they are famous for their traditional sugar-heavy milks, they now offer a dedicated high-protein lineup. The three protein drinks we score from their range easy to find, stocked right across the country on the shelves of Coles, Woolworths and Aldi. On the numbers, this range is fairly mid when stacked against the wider category of 46 drinks. The three Dare options we track average 6.0g of protein and 4.6g of sugar per 100ml. The Dare Protein Mocha Flavoured Milk represents the lineup perfectly, delivering 6g of protein and 4.5g of sugar per 100ml alongside artificial sweeteners like 950 and 951. It trails noticeably behind the category leader, EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake, which pushes higher protein with a fraction of the sugar. If you want a familiar coffee hit during your usual supermarket trip, Dare's protein line serves as a convenient bridge between regular flavoured milk and sports nutrition. We don't give nutritional advice, but the data shows these drinks lean heavily on artificial sweeteners to balance their macros. Shoppers strictly chasing protein density should probably skip these and look for a leaner option in the fridge.
Atkins
Atkins built its name on the low-carb diet boom in the United States, and that legacy carries straight into their modern sports nutrition line. All 2 protein drinks we cover here are stocked in major Australian supermarkets. You will easily spot these signature shakes on your next trip to Coles, Woolworths, or Aldi when you need a quick fridge grab. On the numbers, these shakes are strictly built for carb-cutters rather than pure muscle recovery. The Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake delivers 4.6g of protein per 100ml, which sits well behind the category leader, EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake. However, the Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake claims the lowest sugar crown for the entire category at just 0.02g of sugar per 100ml. The weakest link is the Atkins Smooth Chocolate Protein Shake, which yields 4.6g of protein per 100ml and 0.03g of sugar per 100ml, keeping the brand average to a flat 0.0g of sugar per 100ml. If your sole priority is keeping sugar off your daily macro count, this lineup does exactly what it promises. Grab the vanilla shake during your supermarket run if you want the absolute leanest option on sugar. But if you are chasing a dense post-gym refuel, this range falls short on raw protein volume. Shoppers wanting a heavier protein hit should leave these in the chiller and look for a dedicated sports brand in the same aisle.
Musashi
Musashi is one of Australia's oldest sports nutrition brands, operating since 1987. While they are known for a massive supplement and sports nutrition line, we are looking specifically at their ready-to-drink options here. All 2 protein drinks we cover here are stocked in major Australian supermarkets, making them an easy grab from the fridge at Coles or Woolworths. On the numbers, this brand scores highly for protein density. The Musashi lineup averages 8.3g of protein and 3.0g of sugar per 100ml. The standout is the Musashi Shred & Burn Chocolate Protein Shake, which hits 8.5g of protein and just 0.2g of sugar per 100ml. That puts it right alongside the category leader, EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake, for keeping sugar extremely low. The weakest link in our index is the Musashi High Protein Shake Vanilla, bringing 8.2g of protein but spiking to 5.7g of sugar per 100ml. If you need a quick refuel during your supermarket trip, the Shred & Burn option is the one to grab. It keeps the macros tight without the heavy sugar load of its vanilla sibling. Skip the Musashi High Protein Shake Vanilla unless you actually want the extra carbs, as that sugar count climbs fast across a full bottle. Next time you open the fridge at Coles or Woolworths, pick the chocolate bottle to keep your daily sugar intake down.
Ice Break
Owned by dairy giant Lactalis Australia, Ice Break is deeply rooted in the local iced coffee market rather than the sports nutrition space. While they are primarily known for their high-caffeine morning kicks, they have stepped into the functional beverage category with a couple of targeted options. Across the two protein drinks we score in our index, the availability straightforward. You will find these cartons sitting right in the chilled aisles of Coles, Woolworths, and Aldi during your regular supermarket run. On the numbers, the brand leans heavily on its traditional dairy roots, averaging 4.7g of protein per 100ml and a relatively high 8.3g of sugar per 100ml. The standout is the Ice Break Iced Coffee Strong Espresso + Protein, delivering 6g of protein per 100ml alongside 6.6g of sugar per 100ml. This still trails the current category leader, EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake. The weakest link is the Ice Break Iced Coffee Triple Shot, dropping to just 3.3g of protein per 100ml while carrying 9.9g of sugar per 100ml. If you want the highest protein overall, Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla leads the pack at 9.9g of protein per 100ml. If you are grabbing an iced coffee from the Coles or supermarket fridge and want a minor macronutrient bump, the Ice Break Iced Coffee Strong Espresso + Protein is the one to pick up. We suggest skipping the Triple Shot if you are strictly tracking macros, as the sugar load heavily outweighs the functional benefits. Ultimately, these are caffeinated milk drinks with a protein bonus, so treat them as a convenient morning energy fix.
UP&GO
Sanitarium's UP&GO practically invented the liquid breakfast in Australia, but their push into sports nutrition is a different beast. We track 2 protein drinks from the brand, both part of their Protein Energize range. You will find them stocked in the cereal aisles of major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths. They are built for convenience on a busy morning, blending milk proteins with soy and added carbohydrates. The lineup averages 7.2g of protein and 6.5g of sugar per 100ml, leaning heavier on the sweet stuff than modern fitness-focused drinks. The UP&GO Protein Energize Choc Hit 500mL delivers 7.2g of protein per 100ml alongside 6.7g of sugar per 100ml, making it a mid-tier protein vessel. If you are chasing maximum macros, the category leader, EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake, strips the sugar right back. UP&GO relies on added cane sugar and maltodextrin, pushing the carb count up significantly. If you need a familiar breakfast replacement during your next Woolworths run, the UP&GO Protein Energize Vanilla is the better pick with 7.1g of protein per 100ml and 6.2g of sugar per 100ml. However, if you want a post-gym recovery drink, skip this range entirely. For genuine high-protein density, you are better off grabbing an Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla, which leads the category with 9.9g of protein per 100ml. UP&GO works for a morning calorie hit, but falls short as a sports supplement.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the best low calorie protein drinks in Australia 2026?
- We rank the market using our Protein Score, and the EHP Labs OxyShred Lean Protein RTD Shake takes the number one spot for Australian shoppers in 2026. It earns the top position across the 46 protein drinks in our index by keeping energy extremely low at just 35 calories per 100ml. The leader still manages to deliver 7.1g of protein per 100ml while keeping sugar down to a minimal 0.4g per 100ml. You will typically find it stocked in major supermarkets across the country. It is a highly efficient choice if you want to maximise your protein intake without spending your daily calorie budget on a single item.
- Are protein drinks good for weight loss?
- We don't give nutritional advice, but the data shows that choosing protein drinks with high macro density and low sugar can support a calorie-controlled diet in Australia for 2026. It isn't a weight-loss product on its own, but the macros stack up well on options like the Atkins Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake. This product leads the category on sugar, containing just 0.02g of sugar per 100ml while providing 4.6g of protein per 100ml. Keeping sugar and overall calories low is often the primary goal for shoppers looking to lean out. Always check the nutrition label to ensure the profile fits your specific macronutrient targets.
- How much protein is in Optimum Nutrition protein drinks?
- The Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Vanilla leads our index for raw density, delivering a massive 9.9g of protein per 100ml. This makes it the highest-protein option among the 46 protein drinks we score in this guide. The wider Optimum Nutrition range is heavily focused on high yields, with their standard High Protein Chocolate Shake still offering a robust 8.0g of protein per 100ml. Shoppers looking to maximise their intake per sip will find these protein drinks highly effective. You can generally find the brand at supplement and health-food retailers, or online direct from the brand.
- Optimum Nutrition vs Muscle Nation: which protein drinks are better?
- Go with Optimum Nutrition for maximum protein density, or Muscle Nation if you want slightly fewer artificial additives. The Optimum Nutrition Pure Pro 50 Chocolate delivers a massive 9.9g of protein per 100ml, making it a heavy hitter for raw macros. Meanwhile, the Muscle Nation RTD Protein Shake Milk Choc provides 7.5g of protein per 100ml alongside 1.7g of sugar per 100ml. Both brands rely on artificial sweeteners to keep sugar down, but Optimum Nutrition pushes the protein numbers higher. Pick Optimum Nutrition if your primary goal is hitting the highest possible protein numbers in a single bottle.
- Which protein drinks have the cleanest ingredients?
- The Rokeby Protein Smoothie Vanilla Wafer earns a Clean Score of 9.8, making it the cleanest pick currently on the supermarket shelf. We score labels by looking at the additive and sweetener load, and this option avoids the heavy artificial sweeteners common in the category. It relies on stevia and erythritol instead, delivering 7.1g of protein per 100ml with 3.9g of sugar per 100ml. If you want to avoid the long lists of gums and artificial sweeteners found in many mainstream protein drinks, this Rokeby product is a brilliant alternative that still performs well on macros.
- Is Dairy Farmers a good protein drinks brand?
- We can't say it's healthy for you specifically, but on the numbers, Dairy Farmers offers reliable mainstream protein drinks with a moderate macro profile. The Dairy Farmers Protein Smoothie Chocolate delivers 7.5g of protein per 100ml and 4.6g of sugar per 100ml. It is widely stocked in major Australian supermarkets, making it a highly convenient option for shoppers on the go. However, it does use artificial sweeteners like 950 and 951 to achieve that lower sugar count. If you just need an accessible afternoon refuel, it performs reasonably well, though specialty brands do push the protein numbers higher.
- Does Dare Protein Mocha have added sugar?
- The Dare Protein Mocha Flavoured Milk contains 4.5g of sugar per 100ml, which comes from the natural dairy sugars in the reduced-fat milk base rather than heavy added syrups. It provides 6.0g of protein per 100ml, making it a decent crossover between a standard iced coffee and a functional sports beverage. To keep the sugar levels from climbing higher, the brand uses artificial sweeteners. While it does not has the extreme macro density of the pure sports nutrition brands, it remains a popular choice in the supermarket fridge for shoppers wanting a caffeinated kick alongside their protein drinks.
- Are Oak Plus protein drinks lactose free?
- The Oak Plus Protein Chocolate Milk is formulated with a lactase enzyme to help break down lactose, making it easier to digest for some shoppers, but you must always check the label for your specific dietary needs. On the nutrition panel, it provides 6.0g of protein per 100ml and 5.3g of sugar per 100ml. The addition of the lactase enzyme is a welcome feature for those who usually avoid heavy dairy beverages. These protein drinks are readily available in the supermarket aisle, offering a familiar chocolate milk taste with a modest bump in functional macros.