--- product_id: 2870213 title: "Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Mocha Cappuccino, 5 Pound (Packaging May Vary)" brand: "optimum nutrition" price: "€ 182.53" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Optimum Nutrition" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/2870213-gold-standard-100-whey-protein-powder-mocha-cappuccino-5-pound store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 11.4g essential amino acids (EAAs) & BCAAs 24g fast-absorbing whey protein Instantized powder for smooth mixability Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Mocha Cappuccino, 5 Pound (Packaging May Vary) **Brand:** optimum nutrition **Price:** € 182.53 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”₯ Elevate your gains with the Gold Standard of protein! β˜• ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Mocha Cappuccino, 5 Pound (Packaging May Vary) by optimum nutrition - **How much does it cost?** € 182.53 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/2870213-gold-standard-100-whey-protein-powder-mocha-cappuccino-5-pound) ## Best For - optimum nutrition enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted optimum nutrition brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Mixes in a Flash:** Instantized formula dissolves effortlessly in water or milkβ€”no clumps, no wait, just shake and go. - β€’ **Trusted Gold Standard:** Backed by 35 years of research and athlete trust, this protein sets the benchmark for quality and results. - β€’ **Recovery on Your Terms:** Naturally occurring BCAAs and EAAs accelerate muscle repair so you bounce back stronger, faster. - β€’ **Muscle Fuel, Fast & Focused:** 24g of premium whey protein isolate powers rapid muscle recovery and growth after every workout. - β€’ **Mocha Cappuccino Flavor Boost:** Indulge in a rich, smooth mocha cappuccino taste that turns your post-workout shake into a daily ritual. ## Overview Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder delivers 24 grams of fast-absorbing whey protein isolate per serving, enriched with 11.4 grams of essential amino acids including BCAAs to support muscle recovery and growth. Its instantized formula ensures smooth mixing without clumps, making it ideal for post-workout nutrition. Trusted by athletes for over 35 years, this 5-pound tub in Mocha Cappuccino flavor combines proven science with a delicious taste to fuel your strength and hypertrophy goals. ## Description Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder helps build and maintain muscle mass when taken regularly and combined with strength training exercise. Made with whey protein isolate as the primary ingredient, this protein supplement powder ensures that you're getting high quality protein with every serving. The hydrolyzed whey protein powder isolate creates a post-workout drink mix that supports muscle recovery. Each serving of this delicious powder provides 24 grams of all whey protein, along with 11.4 grams of naturally occurring essential amino acids (EAAs) to support after workout muscle recovery. Optimum Nutrition protein powder mixes easily using a shaker cup or blended in a smoothie. Gold Standard 100% Whey has fueled billions of workout recoveries worldwide. Review: Optimum Nutrition Whey Gold Standard vs. Now Sports Whey Isolate - Nutritionals are easy since they are clearly stated on the label, but having never tasted a whey supplement before, I didn't know what to expect taste-wise from a artificially sweetened vs. a more natural product. So I bought two tubs to compare side by side. My selections were the ON Gold Standard Mocha Cappuccino, and the NOW Sports Dutch Chocolate. Here goes a very detailed comparison of the two. * Nutritionals and label: Both pack 120 calories. ON has 24gr of proteins, while NOW has the slightly higher 25gr. Both offer some of the highest protein / calories ratio among the plethora of whey supplements available in the market. I don't think that 1gr is significant enough to sway anybody's decision, and the nutrition labels are never 100% accurate anyway. (ON = NOW) ON is a protein blend, while NOW is a whey isolate. However, going back to the nutritionals, it is obvious that the majority of the ON blend is made of whey isolate as well. At the end of the day, and given that they are both whey based, what matters is the protein / calorie ratio. (ON = NOW) Both are made in the USA, which often indicates higher quality control in production. ON however also states that they use "domestic and international ingredients", and who knows what that means. (ON = NOW) ON is flavored with cocoa, coffee, sucralose, acesulfame potassium and other undisclosed "flavorings". NOW on the other hand only has cocoa, "natural flavors", xylitol and stevia. While the latter two are not ideal, NOW at least uses all natural products and definitely has ON beat. In addition, ON has a bunch of enzyme additives, purportedly to ease digestion, but I don't see why they are needed, and I'd rather do without them. (NOW > ON) Overall: NOW > ON * Mixability: I went with the worst case scenario, and mixed both with about 6 oz of cold water in a glass, and simply hand stirred with a spoon. ON was amazing, it dissolved almost completely as soon as it touched the water, and after a few seconds of stirring it was as smooth as it gets. Mixing NOW was not as easy but still okay; it first had a sticky consistency and required about 30 seconds of rigorous stirring, but the final mixture was as good as ON. If you have a shaker or blender, you will notice absolutely no difference between the two. (ON = NOW) * Aroma: ON powder smells just like any instant hot chocolate mix. When added water, coffee becomes more pronounced, and smells of more like an instant mocha cappuccino mix. Quite pleasant, no artificial or out-of-place aromas. NOW powder smells like very mild milk chocolate, but then a more chemical, sour milk/kefir-like aroma becomes noticeable. It is by no means unpleasant, but you know right away that you are drinking a supplement product. With water the nose of the powder stays pretty much the same. Overall: ON > NOW * Texture in mouth: Both were smooth, but thin, and not oily or thick. Neither one had any hint of graininess. They pretty much kept the mouthfeel of water. (ON = NOW) * Taste: From start to finish ON is sweet. I prefer my tea/coffee/milk/etc completely unsweetened, and I definitely find ON sweet, but not cloyingly so, it is still okay. Just like the nose, the taste is very similar to mocha cappuccino mixes you can buy at your supermarket, and stays fairly one-note from start to finish. The finish fades quickly, leaving no aftertaste. Overall, I find that the artificial flavors of this one are very well crafted. It doesn't taste any worse than instant cappuccino mixes, and surprisingly you don't get the familiar acesulfame potassium taste. NOW immediately hits your tongue with a bitter and tannic taste; think a dry over-aged/over-oaked whiskey or wine. My guess is that this is xylitol and stevia playing tricks on my taste buds. However, this bitterness quickly goes away and gives way to... nothing actually. No taste, completely neutral, just like plain water. After you put down your glass and wait a second, the drink finishes with very mild and pleasant flavors of unsweetened cocoa, vanilla, and milk chocolate. The finish lingers for a good 10 minutes, but it tastes like chocolate so no problems there. Overall, although some may find ON overly sweet, I think it still has the edge in taste. It doesn't have off-notes anywhere, and at its worst, tastes like a cheaply made instant cappuccino mix. NOW is nowhere near undrinkable, in fact it is pretty good as well, but the initial sour smell and the bitter bite on your tongue will remind you that you are taking a supplement. (ON > NOW) * Overall: The differences are minor, you can't go wrong with either, and they both get 5 stars from me. But I found myself mostly going for NOW simply because it doesn't have the artificial additives, and while the taste is worse in comparison, it is also sufficiently good. In fact, this experiment encouraged me to try the completely natural unflavored variety of NOW next. I'll probably stick to NOW in the future, and throw in a tub of some crazy flavor of ON once in a while just to keep myself entertained. Review: Actually taste good. - This is the biggest gd container I've ever seen in my life. 5 pounds didn't seem like a ton, but this is a metric ton of protein powder. It tastes good and dissolves SUPER well. I've never had a stomach issue with it, it goes down easily. So- no clumps, no upset stomach, low calories (10-15), low carbs (1), high protein (20) and one of the better tasting powders I've tried. It's expensive but you get a METRIC TON. ## Features - High-Protein Formula to Support Muscle Health – Delivers 24g of fast-absorbing 100% whey protein per scoop to support post-workout muscle recovery, muscle strength and muscle building when taken over time with regular resistance training. - Enhanced Muscle Recovery With BCAAs – Includes naturally occurring BCAAs and EAAs that help get you back to your best, faster and speed up recovery after intense training sessions. - Optimized Support for Strength & Hypertrophy Goals – Whey protein isolate is the primary ingredient with excess carbs and fat β€œisolated” out. Ideal for athletes looking to increase muscle strength or boost recovery between workouts. - Mixes Smoothly for Rapid Post-Workout Use – Instantized powder dissolves quickly in water or milk, making it a convenient shake immediately after training. - Backed by thousands of hours of research – For 35 years, athletes have trusted Optimum Nutrition to fuel their training. Optimum Nutrition delivers proven quality. Whey is backed by science and trusted by athletes, we set the Gold Standard in protein ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002DYJ00C | | ASIN | B002DYJ00C | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Allergen Information | Gluten Free, Milk, Soy | | Best Sellers Rank | #18 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #1 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders #2 in Sales & Deals | | Brand Name | Optimum Nutrition | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (6,921) | | Date First Available | September 1, 2008 | | Department | unisex-adult | | Diet Type | Gluten Free, Keto | | Flavor | Mocha Cappuccino | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00748927026238 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Dimensions | 8.06 x 8.06 x 11.18 inches | | Item Weight | 2.27 Kilograms | | Item model number | 1031685 | | Manufacturer | Glanbia Performance Nutrition | | Manufacturer | Glanbia Performance Nutrition | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1031685 | | Material Type Free | Gluten Free | | Model Name | Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder | | Model Number | 1031685 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Package Type Name | Tub | | Product Benefits | Banned Substane Tested, Muscle Endurance, Muscle Growth, Muscle Recovery, Protein Support | | Product Dimensions | 8.06 x 8.06 x 11.18 inches; 5 Pounds | | Protein | 24 Grams, 24.7 Grams | | Protein Source | Whey | | Recommended Uses For Product | Post-Workout | | Total Servings Per Container | 71 | | UPC | 748927026238 | | Unit Count | 80 Ounce | | Vitamins And Minerals | 0, 0, 0, 110, 40, 8 Percent Daily Value, 130, 130, 200, 55 Milligrams, 55 Milligrams | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Optimum Nutrition - **Flavor:** Mocha Cappuccino - **Item Weight:** 2.27 Kilograms - **Material Type Free:** Gluten Free - **Servings per Container:** 71 ## Images ![Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Mocha Cappuccino, 5 Pound (Packaging May Vary) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Xh3U6vtoL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will I be able to make all kinds of gains?** A: Yes ! This is like manna from heaven. In fact, once I started using this, I quit not only working out and still gained muscle mass. I also quit my job and now devote my time to sitting on the couch and playing on the Xbox. And I'm still gaining muscle, about 5 pounds a week. I won a $100,000 scratcher last month the money from which I'm using to find a cure for cancer. I'm just about there ! **Q: Body Fortress Super Advanced has 30 gr protein per scoop, and ON has 24 gr. what's the difference?** A: ON Gold Standard has a 31g serving size, and Body Fortress Super Advanced Isolate has a 38g serving size. Larger serving size = more protein. It's really as simple as that. It's got nothing to do with the "bro science" in some of the answers. To be sure, if you convert them to the same 31 gram serving size, then ON has 24 grams of protein, and Body Fortress has 24.5 grams of protein. Companies play around with the serving sizes so they can put "60 grams of protein!!!!!!" in the advertising, but if you do the math, then it's usually about the same amount. **Q: Will consuming more whey (protein) help my rotator cuff tear heal?** A: There is NO healing of a rotator cuff tear...none! This has to be surgically repaired. IF you're lucky, you may be able to have an endoscopic repair which takes much less time to recover. Otherwise, you will have to have a "full Open" repair which is much more involved and takes longer to heal. Trust me, I have been there...3 times all coming from very heavy benches and they were all "full open repairs." The first one I had was only a 1 centimeter tear and it never healed in 3 years. IF you have a true torn rotator cuff, NOTHING, (except surgery), will correct the problem. ANYBODY who tells you they had one and they did this and that and it finally healed up didn't have a tear to begin with. More likely just a bad strain or severe inflammation from overworking the deltoid area. And be prepared for lots of rehab work and it will take you from 9-12 months to get back to where you were before the tear. **Q: Is there a reason why the 5 lb is so much thicker than the 2 lb? i tried the 2 lb, liked it, and order 5...outside of jug seems the same...** A: Get something like an "AMIR 500g/0.01g Digital Kitchen Scale". They're twelve bucks & quite accurate. I suspect the powder is compressed, making the scoops a bit heavy. Measuring by weight instead of volume should provide more consistent results. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Optimum Nutrition Whey Gold Standard vs. Now Sports Whey Isolate *by K***E on April 11, 2015* Nutritionals are easy since they are clearly stated on the label, but having never tasted a whey supplement before, I didn't know what to expect taste-wise from a artificially sweetened vs. a more natural product. So I bought two tubs to compare side by side. My selections were the ON Gold Standard Mocha Cappuccino, and the NOW Sports Dutch Chocolate. Here goes a very detailed comparison of the two. * Nutritionals and label: Both pack 120 calories. ON has 24gr of proteins, while NOW has the slightly higher 25gr. Both offer some of the highest protein / calories ratio among the plethora of whey supplements available in the market. I don't think that 1gr is significant enough to sway anybody's decision, and the nutrition labels are never 100% accurate anyway. (ON = NOW) ON is a protein blend, while NOW is a whey isolate. However, going back to the nutritionals, it is obvious that the majority of the ON blend is made of whey isolate as well. At the end of the day, and given that they are both whey based, what matters is the protein / calorie ratio. (ON = NOW) Both are made in the USA, which often indicates higher quality control in production. ON however also states that they use "domestic and international ingredients", and who knows what that means. (ON = NOW) ON is flavored with cocoa, coffee, sucralose, acesulfame potassium and other undisclosed "flavorings". NOW on the other hand only has cocoa, "natural flavors", xylitol and stevia. While the latter two are not ideal, NOW at least uses all natural products and definitely has ON beat. In addition, ON has a bunch of enzyme additives, purportedly to ease digestion, but I don't see why they are needed, and I'd rather do without them. (NOW > ON) Overall: NOW > ON * Mixability: I went with the worst case scenario, and mixed both with about 6 oz of cold water in a glass, and simply hand stirred with a spoon. ON was amazing, it dissolved almost completely as soon as it touched the water, and after a few seconds of stirring it was as smooth as it gets. Mixing NOW was not as easy but still okay; it first had a sticky consistency and required about 30 seconds of rigorous stirring, but the final mixture was as good as ON. If you have a shaker or blender, you will notice absolutely no difference between the two. (ON = NOW) * Aroma: ON powder smells just like any instant hot chocolate mix. When added water, coffee becomes more pronounced, and smells of more like an instant mocha cappuccino mix. Quite pleasant, no artificial or out-of-place aromas. NOW powder smells like very mild milk chocolate, but then a more chemical, sour milk/kefir-like aroma becomes noticeable. It is by no means unpleasant, but you know right away that you are drinking a supplement product. With water the nose of the powder stays pretty much the same. Overall: ON > NOW * Texture in mouth: Both were smooth, but thin, and not oily or thick. Neither one had any hint of graininess. They pretty much kept the mouthfeel of water. (ON = NOW) * Taste: From start to finish ON is sweet. I prefer my tea/coffee/milk/etc completely unsweetened, and I definitely find ON sweet, but not cloyingly so, it is still okay. Just like the nose, the taste is very similar to mocha cappuccino mixes you can buy at your supermarket, and stays fairly one-note from start to finish. The finish fades quickly, leaving no aftertaste. Overall, I find that the artificial flavors of this one are very well crafted. It doesn't taste any worse than instant cappuccino mixes, and surprisingly you don't get the familiar acesulfame potassium taste. NOW immediately hits your tongue with a bitter and tannic taste; think a dry over-aged/over-oaked whiskey or wine. My guess is that this is xylitol and stevia playing tricks on my taste buds. However, this bitterness quickly goes away and gives way to... nothing actually. No taste, completely neutral, just like plain water. After you put down your glass and wait a second, the drink finishes with very mild and pleasant flavors of unsweetened cocoa, vanilla, and milk chocolate. The finish lingers for a good 10 minutes, but it tastes like chocolate so no problems there. Overall, although some may find ON overly sweet, I think it still has the edge in taste. It doesn't have off-notes anywhere, and at its worst, tastes like a cheaply made instant cappuccino mix. NOW is nowhere near undrinkable, in fact it is pretty good as well, but the initial sour smell and the bitter bite on your tongue will remind you that you are taking a supplement. (ON > NOW) * Overall: The differences are minor, you can't go wrong with either, and they both get 5 stars from me. But I found myself mostly going for NOW simply because it doesn't have the artificial additives, and while the taste is worse in comparison, it is also sufficiently good. In fact, this experiment encouraged me to try the completely natural unflavored variety of NOW next. I'll probably stick to NOW in the future, and throw in a tub of some crazy flavor of ON once in a while just to keep myself entertained. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Actually taste good. *by N***A on March 20, 2026* This is the biggest gd container I've ever seen in my life. 5 pounds didn't seem like a ton, but this is a metric ton of protein powder. It tastes good and dissolves SUPER well. I've never had a stomach issue with it, it goes down easily. So- no clumps, no upset stomach, low calories (10-15), low carbs (1), high protein (20) and one of the better tasting powders I've tried. It's expensive but you get a METRIC TON. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s awesome! Tastes like Yoohoo *by R***N on April 14, 2025* I just started working out again after being out of it for years. Now that I’ve been steady for a few months, I wanted to work some more protein into my daily routine so I wanted to try this. I like to drink coffee each day, so the mocha cappuccino flavor was suggested. At first, I tried to mix it in with my daily coffee to see if I could make a combination, but that didn’t taste great. However, using cold water and ice cubes, if you mix two of the scoops with 14 ounces of water, it tastes almost exactly like Yoohoo. I placed it in the freezer for about 30 minutes already mixed up and then shook it really well afterwards, and it was incredibly easy to drink, tasted great and did not have any crazy aftertaste. Even my kids tried it and agreed with the Yoohoo opinion. I will probably continue purchasing this flavor because it’s very easy to drink and has very low sugar as well. 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