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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Double Rich Chocolate 1.98 Pound (Packaging May Vary)

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Flavor Name: Double Rich Chocolate


Size: 2 Pound (Pack of 1)


Features

  • Gold Standard 100% Whey - 24g of protein per serving to help build and maintain muscle when taken over time with regular resistance training
  • 5.5g of aturally occurring branched chain amino acids (BCAA and 11g of naturally occurring essential amino acids (EAAs) per serving to support muscle recovery
  • Anytime formula great before or after exercise, between meals, with a meal, or any time of day when you need extra protein
  • Optimum Nutrition is the World's #1 Sports Nutrition Brand*
  • Banned substance tested and the highest quality control measures so you feel comfortable and confident consuming the product
  • *Source Euromonitor International Limited; Consumer Health 2023 Edition, Sports Nutrition category, % retail value shares, 2022 data

Description

OPTIMUM NUTRITION'S GOLD STANDARD 100% Whey uses pure Whey Protein Isolates as the primary ingredient. Combined with ultra-filtered whey protein concentrate, each serving provides 24 grams of all-whey protein and 5.5 grams of naturally occurring Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) which are prized by athletes for their muscle building qualities. With more than 20 tempting flavors to choose from, ON GOLD STANDARD 100% Whey gives you plenty of ways to keep workout recovery interesting.

Brand: Optimum Nutrition


Flavor: Double Rich Chocolate


Servings per Container: 29


Item Weight: 2 Pounds


Material Type Free: Gluten Free


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Yes


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.99 x 5.99 x 9.94 inches; 2 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ 1031667


Department ‏ : ‎ GNC|ALL|ALL|PWD DIET W MILK NUT FACT


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 27, 2004


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Glanbia Performance Nutrition


Best Sellers Rank: #23 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #1 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders


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Customer Reviews: 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 254,377 ratings


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  • protein is not chemicals its just protein
Flavor Name: Banana Cream Size: 2 Pound (Pack of 1)
Great protein! I’ve been using Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey for a couple of months and I’m very satisfied. The quality is excellent, and each serving has about 24g of protein — the recovery effect after workouts is noticeable. The packaging comes in different sizes, which makes it convenient and cost-effective. It mixes smoothly without clumps, the texture is nice, and the taste is natural and not overly sweet. For the price, it’s one of the best options — the balance of quality, taste, and effectiveness is absolutely worth it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2025 by Ekaterina Ekaterina

  • Really great taste! Minimal artificial sugar aftertaste!
Flavor Name: Extreme Milk Chocolate Size: 2 Pound (Pack of 1)
Loved this protein powder! I work nights at a hospital and having a shaker bottle of this while I'm on shift has been quite filling and helpful while I'm working. I care a lot that my protein shakes don't taste heavily of artificial sugar in the aftertaste because that tastes horrible to me and the Extreme Milk Chocolate flavor that I picked up has been really good tasting. It came in a really big bottle and I am hopeful it will last me a long time, I think with the flavor and the size it's worth the amount I got it for. I am not deep in the weeds of nutrition or things like that, so I'll let others speak more of it on those fields, but from my personal experience, it's been helpful giving me energy and protein during long overtime during graveyard shifts since I can keep it in a shaker bottle to sip from whenever I have time rather than waiting for food on my lunch break and helping me keep up on protein while trying to grow and repair my leg muscles since I work on my feet all night. Would recommend! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2025 by Nikki

  • Great taste and mixes easily — perfect post-workout protein
Flavor Name: Chocolate Hazelnut Size: 2 Pound (Pack of 1)
This protein powder is amazing! I use it after every workout, and it helps me recover faster and feel less sore. The chocolate flavor tastes great — not too sweet — and it mixes easily with water or milk without any clumps. I’ve tried several brands before, but this one really stands out for its quality and smooth texture. It also keeps me full for a while, which is a plus. Highly recommend it for anyone who wants a reliable and delicious protein supplement. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2025 by Yoly Gomez Yoly Gomez

  • What Flavor to Buy
Flavor Name: Double Rich Chocolate Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
First off, I've purchased a bunch of different flavors of ON Gold Standard Whey. All of them have close to the same nutritional value, but they vary greatly in taste. Both my wife and I drink these protein shakes as part of our daily diet, and as a product, Optimum Nutrition is great. I've mixed with both milk and water, and all of the shakes mix well and don't seem to clump. I've tried other manufactures whey, and I keep finding myself going back to ON for the price, nutritional value, and above all the taste. So the flavor question. As I mentioned, each flavor has a different characteristic from the others. Some are bland, some taste sweet, some taste overly fake. We loved some, and we hated some. Below is a list based on what we like so far and why. Bear in mind that I hate diet drinks for their bad aftertaste. The drinks don't have to be sweet for me to like them, but I can't stand the garbage aftertaste of fake sweeteners. The best flavors: Rocky Road - By far the single best tasting flavor. The downside is that it does taste a little sweet. The nutritional value is right on with the other flavors, but it is a bit sweet. I could drink this all day. If you only buy one flavor, this is it. There is no real aftertaste, and the flavor is great. Extreme Milk Chocolate - Another good flavor with almost no aftertaste. This one tastes like chocolate, and doesn't have a fake taste to it. If you are looking at the chocolate flavors, this one is perfect. Natural Vanilla - This is a slightly different product, and it comes in a tub with yellow labeling instead of the red. It's on Amazon for the same price, and it has the same nutritional values. They claim it has less artificial sweeteners in it, hence the natural label. In any case, this is the best vanilla out there. There is no aftertaste, and it tastes like vanilla milk. It is not as sweet as the others, but it the single best vanilla flavor I've found. The middle of the road flavors: Cookies and Cream - This one is both good and bad. If you like the creamy vanilla taste, you will like the flavor. It doesn't have a bad aftertaste, but it is sort bland. It is sweet, but bland. Also, the cookie chunks in it don't dissolve. This is the only flavor so far that has bits of stuff that you are swallowing when you drink it. It's odd. That said, I have reordered it in the past. Chocolate Malt - It's just OK. The flavor is a little odd because of the malt. Given the choice, just order the Extreme Milk Chocolate. Caramel Toffee Fudge - Again, just OK. They tried too hit to many flavors with this one, and it just turned out odd. Not a bad flavor, but don't start out here. I got bored so I tried it. I doubt I'll order it again. And the bad: Double Rich Chocolate - This flavor sucks. It tastes like fake chocolate. Not good fake chocolate, but generic fake chocolate. It has that bad aftertaste of fake sweetener, and is all around not good. Vanilla Ice Cream - Another swing and a miss. This flavor tastes like bad fake powdered milk. It has that bad aftertaste, and is probably the single worst flavor they have. If you are looking for vanilla, avoid this at all costs and get the Natural Vanilla. Tropical Punch - Another fake tasting flavor. When I got this, I could barely get through the first few shakes. Eventually it grew on me a little bit, and I was able to drink it without hating it. It tastes like strawberry milk with a bunch of fake sweetener. It's just wrong, and is not something you want to drink after a workout. I know that taste varies from person to person, so take this with a grain of salt. I hate the taste of fake sweetener, so this list draws from that. I've taken to buying the 2lb tubs to try out a flavor, and then going with the 5lb tubs if I like it. It costs a bit more that way, but it means there is only 2lbs to choke down if you get a flavor that you hate. Enjoy! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2013 by Carrie Carleton

  • Tastes Good but a Bit Pricey
Flavor Name: Vanilla Ice Cream Size: 1 Pound (Pack of 1)
I really like the Optimum Nutrition Vanilla Ice Cream Whey Protein. It mixes easily and has a smooth, creamy flavor that doesn’t taste too artificial. It’s great for post-workout recovery and feels light on the stomach. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because it’s a bit expensive for the size. Still, overall a really good protein powder that I’d buy again. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2025 by Waseem A

  • Always a solid protein
Flavor Name: Banana Cream Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
Optimum nutrition always delivers. Tolerable taste and mixes well with milk or water. Doesn’t upset my stomach and produces solid results.
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2025 by Dillon Keery

  • Great Taste
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
I really like this protein powder and enjoy the flavor every time I use it. It mixes easily and works well in smoothies or just shaken up with water or milk. It’s become part of my regular routine and I feel good about using it. The only downside is the price. It’s gone up quite a bit, which I don’t love, but even with that, I still plan to keep buying it because the quality and taste make it worth it. If you’re looking for a protein powder that tastes good and does what it’s supposed to, this is a solid choice. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2025 by Ayjae

  • Great product
Flavor Name: Double Rich Chocolate Size: 2 Pound (Pack of 1)
Very good protein, price is very attainable, it is tasty, doesn't have a ton of sugars, and keeps me full after a long workout, I keep buying this brand because it is a staple of quality! I also live how fast it dissolves In water compared to other brands of protein, it says that you need to shake it for 30 seconds, I usually shake it for 10-15 seconds and it's 100% dissolves in regular water. After drinking it my cup also is very easy to clean, nothing sticks ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2025 by Pavel I.

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