Bulk Pea Protein Isolate Powder, 2.5 kg

So wow, this is delicious. On a scale of one to ten, this is a go. Took me about 3 meals to get used to it. Mixed with fridge-cooled water to a thick consistency and with absolutely nothing else added, I find it to be delicious. Mixed too thin or in addition to other ingredients (eg cocoa, oil, eggs, cinnamon, fruit, peanut butter) and it becomes unpleasant or even unbearably disgusting to me. The very first time I tried it, I treated it like my previous batch of chocolate flavour whey protein (choc full of soy) and attempted a pea protein chocolate mug cake which turned out so revolting that it almost made me throw up, and I am not a soft-hearted eater. I became deeply sad at that point and started to question my life choices like the other reviewer. But I immediately learned my lesson and stopped treating it like something that can become a dessert. It's never going to be some sweet milkshake or an ice cream Sunday treat (or sundae? You decide.) The trick is to keep it simple, cold and thick. To my palate, the thicker the consistency, the more pleasant the texture. If I am still in existence after this bag runs out, I will re-up with 5 more kis, unless someone decides to produce a soy-free whey protein which they won't. Everything on here is strictly my opinion. If you buy it, you are very likely to find it disgusting and want to throw out the entire bag after first use. The other reviewers are very accurate about this but I still have to five-star it as I now look forward to having it each day.

I see a lot of negative reviews for this product which are very unfair. Yes, this powder tastes horrible when mixed with just water (or as one reviewer tried, coffee?). Complaining about this is like buying turmeric and complaining that it makes your strawberry milkshake taste weird. It is unflavoured protein that has been extracted from peas, it tastes exactly like it sounds. When you start using it as an ingredient in other things, however, it is much much better. I have found this protein powder to be very well suited to things that other powders are not. For instance, whey protein congeals into disgusting lumps when mixed into any hot liquid, but pea protein does not. I like to mix it into spicy soups, which the savoury pea flavour works very well with. If you want to use it in shakes, you definitely need to add sweetness (unless you want a savoury shake?). My current protein shake recipe is to blend a scoop of this powder with milk, frozen berries, an egg and a pinch of sucralose (bulk powders sells this too). I actually prefer this to the version made with whey protein (unflavoured). I've not tried it with almond milk or vegan alternatives to milk, but it will probably work too. Adding a banana will make the shake thicker and creamier too. I will continue to buy this powder, and also will continue to buy whey protein, and as a rule of thumb, use the whey in sweet recipes and the pea stuff for anything savoury. If you want something that you can just mix into water and shake, don't get this, get one of the flavoured powders.

Four stars instead of five for always including an unnecessary plastic scoop and not do any third party tests results for purity. Been taking Protein powder for several years and this particular Bulk version for over a year and have had no issues with it at all. The Taste - ALL unflavoured powers usually tastes bad so unless you're into that, add it to a smoothie with other ingredients. I add it to my home-made bread so it’s built into my food regime with little to no effort. Don’t like; BULK doesn’t provide third-party testing results for heavy metals, pesticides and other contaminants. I contacted the company who told me; 'Their manufacturer says it's ok to consume'. In EVERY package they include a new plastic scoop, why? To help you get started perhaps - I might be in the minority but to include a spoon everytime, in ALL their products (I also use their Creatine) how many do I need? I use a stainless steel coop which will last forever. Unfortunately that plastic scoop goes in the recycle bin. BULK if you are reading this - why not instead encourage to get a metal scoop or offer it as an add-on when buying? Drop the plastic!

Fantastic pea protein - and what a difference it has made. I noticed some weight gain (without changing anything) so I switched up my breakfast to target 30 g protein and 5 g fibre. 1 scoop of this in a green smoothie sets me well on my way to this target. And If I feel hungry around 4 pm (let's say I've had eggs, avocado and a slice of sourdough for breakfast on this day) then a green smoothie with a scoop of this at that time hits the spot too. Just this one change of increasing my protein intake did the trick and I returned to my regular weight within 4 weeks. The added bonus? I no longer crave something sweet because presumably the protein boost has stabilised my blood sugar, keeping my energy levels steady.

It really doesn't suit my palate. I've found that, despite its mild odour, it has a rather acidic taste to it. To the point that after a few days of it I can't bring myself to drink any more. To make matters worse, it's the messiest powder I've had to deal with, too. It's difficult to mix. It clumps up very easily, leaving half the mass stuck to the inside of the shaker. Not only that, something about it seems to "fizz" so the shaker ends up oozing the mix out seal between the bottle and lid, or causing a rather explosive exit when you pop the lid on the shaker. I've got about 0.9kg of a 1kg bag left, and it's going in the bin. Not as cheap as I thought it was going to be...

Anyone complaining that this taste disgusting has clearly not tried unflavoured Pea protein powder before. This is just what it tastes like! In fact, this is better than the last one I got. And yes, it dissolves very easily into my smoothies. It’s a bit like eating an apple and then complaining because the Apple tasted like an apple. If you haven’t tried P protein powder before, imagine adding half an old book to a milkshake. You do get used to it though and it’s worth it as there’s a huge amount of protein in there.

A pea protein and a good one at that. I don't understand all the complaints, have people never tasted unflavored 80% whey protein? not the tastiest of things. The price is fantastic and you can always stock up when the sales come around. I have yet to regret making a purchase from Bulk Powders and their service is consistent in product and people. You're looking at approximately 400 - 450ml of water for 55g of powder. Water first, add in the powder, mix with a spoon and then drink. Sure, it tastes bland and has a texture akin to a paste but it far removed from being the worst tasting unflavored protein powder. I highly recommend this product for anyone having digestive issues with isolate and concentrate whey proteins. It is a cheaper alternative and if you're looking to cut down on your daily intake of beef or chicken you can throw a pea protein shake in. Packaging is both strong and resealable with printed information on the back and a scoop inside. Look forward to no foul diary smell in your shakers Be aware of the salt content of this product and your current daily intake. update Sep 2017 - with powders things change from batch to batch. The batch I have currently tastes stronger and looks darker than the previous one. Hold nose and neck it all.

It’s perfectly fine. I don’t know what some here are complaining about! It dissolves well with Greek yogurt, and the taste is great, if you like pea. At 2g less of protein than whey per serving, but a third cheaper (same brand), there’s little to moan about. I’ll alternate between the two.

Adds a strong unpleasant taste to your smoothies and gives me the runs.

Excelente !!!

Buon prezzo, buon prodotto

Leggo recensioni dove sembra che le proteine in polvere vadano degustate al pari di un buon vino. Non è così. Le proteine vanno mixate con altri nutrienti (frutta e/o liquidi come latte di mandorla) e poi bevute abbastanza rapidamente. Se volete il gusto del palato, consiglio un buon tiramisù, o una degustazione in qualche cantina del Chianti, anche se i risultati potrebbero essere diversi rispetto all'assunzione delle proteine vegane.

Dissolves good, not thick, very easy on the stomach. It's like you didn't drink anything at all. You can drink it in any small amount of water. Taste is a shocker the first sip, but you get used to it as you drink it. UPDATE: they improved the taste dramatically. Previously it’s been a test for every man or a woman - if you could drink that plain without vomiting, you were a hero of mankind. But it seems they figured out a way to make it actually taste decent. A bit nutty and earthy.