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The protein powders you need to smash your workouts

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The H&B Edit: Protein Powders
Want to shake up your protein game? Whether it’s protein with mushrooms, creatine or hot choc, we’ve lined up your new favourite

Our top picks

With 20g protein

Protein Hot Chocolate 350g
4.25

Optimum Nutrition

Protein Hot Chocolate 350g

Great Savings

13.00

26.00

A refreshing vitamin boost

TriActive Clear Protein Pineapple 250G
5

TriActive

TriActive Clear Protein Pineapple 250G

Great Savings

9.60

30.00

Crafted for muscle growth

Grenade Whey Protein Birthday Cake 2kg
4.63

Grenade

Grenade Whey Protein Birthday Cake 2kg

72.00

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We’re all about little wins when it comes to working out. Sometimes, that’s a new PB (no matter how tiny) and sometimes it’s a tasty new take on your protein shake.

Protein supports healthy muscle growth and maintenance – so you might as well make it fun! From added extras to one-of-a-kind flavours, discover our top picks below...
Protein Hot Chocolate 350g

For muscle growth & maintenance

Optimum Nutrition

26.00

13.00

€3.71/100 g

Why you’ll love it

Yep, you heard it right. Snuggle up on a cold evening or enjoy after a workout. Either way, this super-comforting hot choc delivers 20g of protein.

Even better, this sweet treat comes in at 128kcal when made with water.
 

How to use

Go traditional with your favourite mug and squirty cream. Add a shot of coffee for a protein mocha, or splash in a flavoured syrup and pretend you’re in a café (and not the gym).
 
Optimum Nutrition Clear Plant Protein Isolate Peach 280g

20g protein per serving

Optimum Nutrition

32.00

€11.43/100 g

Why you’ll love it

After a vegan protein powder or just don’t fancy the milky taste of whey? Optimum Nutrition has developed a clear, fruity protein isolate that’s Vegan Society approved and tastes more like juice than a milkshake.

What’s more, there’s zero sugar and each serving provides 20g of protein to support muscle growth and 3.6g of BCAAs.
 

How to use

Have this peach-flavoured option on ice, with a slice of lime or a sprig of mint if you’re feeling extra fancy.
 
Myprotein Origin Protein Chocolate Chip Cookie 1.2kg

Whey protein with creatine

Myprotein

39.00

28.60

€2.38/100 g

Why you’ll love it

Cookies at the gym? Er, yes please... 

This powerful combination of whey protein concentrate and creatine monohydrate is ideal for those wanting fully-rounded workout support.

Their cookie-flavoured protein provides support for muscle growth. Creatine is rich in amino acids and is thought to support workout performance and short-term, high intensity exercise.1,2
 

How to use

If you're bored of shakes, fold into bakes for protein brownies, cakes or cookies.
 
TriActive Clear Protein Pineapple 250G

Boost of vitamins

TriActive

30.00

9.60

€3.84/100 g

Why you’ll love it

Developed to look after mind, body and muscle, TriActive’s refreshing drink combines protein with B vitamins, magnesium and zinc.

Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) contributes to normal mental performance, while vitamin B12 and magnesium both contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.3-7

Magnesium also aids normal muscle function.8 Together, you’ve got a tropical drink that’s ready in seconds and provides 20g of clear protein.
 

How to use

Shake up this pineapple-flavoured drink with plenty of ice or whiz into a fruity smoothie.
 
Lean Protein Strawberry 650g

Helps build muscle mass

Precision Engineered

23.50

€3.62/100 g

Why you’ll love it

Strawberry shake, anyone? Precision Engineered’s blend is designed to provide “support for your muscles and microbiome”.

It includes two different forms of protein – whey protein concentrate and soy protein isolate – which contribute to the maintenance and growth of lean muscle mass, plus green tea extract and 0.3g Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA).

On top of that, there’s 2.1g of fibre per serving (ideal as most of us don’t get enough).9
 

How to use

Switch it up and whisk into pancake mix for a weekend breakfast with 18g of protein.
 
Myvegan Impact Vegan Protein Blend Chocolate 500g

24g of protein per serving

Myprotein

20.00

16.00

€3.20/100 g

Why you’ll love it

This'll satisfy your choc cravings without the dairy and with a generous serving of protein. Double whammy.

If plant protein’s your go-to, look no further than this rich chocolate blend. It’s Vegan Society approved and provides 24g of protein from peas and fava beans.

 

How to use

Stir into porridge or plant-based yoghurt for a protein-rich start to the day.
 
Plant Protein Vanilla 840g

Low in sugar

Precision Engineered

22.00

18.00

€2.14/100 g

Why you’ll love it

This sweet vanilla protein might seem simple, but it packs a complex blend to help you stay fuelled through a workout and beyond.

Peas, sunflower and rice provide 23g of plant protein in this Informed Sports accredited formula. And there's less than 0.5g of sugar and 123kcal per serving.
 

How to use

Use the versatile vanilla flavour for almost anything you like. Blend into smoothies, stir into yoghurt or whisk into cake mixtures for a protein boost.
 
Grenade Whey Protein Birthday Cake 2kg

Crafted for muscle growth

Grenade

72.00

€3.60/100 g

Why you’ll love it

What better way to celebrate your workout than with cake? If you like Grenade bars, you’ll be glad to hear their renowned flavours come as protein powder too.

Their premium, Informed Sport certified whey protein blend includes whey protein concentrate and isolate for fast-acting support after exercise.
 

How to use

Enjoy as a shake, smoothie or bake into a real cake for an extra 30g protein. Party time...
 

The final say

It’s all about the little changes when it comes to maximising your workout. Whether that’s extra support or just a tasty flavour, we hope you’ve found the protein shake worth getting up and active for.

Want to know why protein’s so important? Here’s how it supports muscles and movement.

Disclaimer

This article provides informational advice and is not a substitute for medical care. Curated by experts for accuracy, we take great care to ensure the information is up-to-date and relevant. However, you should always consult your GP or healthcare professional before using supplements or alternative products, particularly if you have medical conditions or are under supervision.
 

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