# I need a good chocolate protein shake that doesn't taste like crap **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [December 9, 2002, 7:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587 "2002-12-09T19:58:08Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![OpalCat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/8edcca/32.png) [@OpalCat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OpalCat)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2002, 4:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/21 "2002-12-10T04:37:23Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Pantone Swatchbook \* > \*\*I guess they’ll come out to about 3 bucks or more per serving. Well worth it, as buying a filet of salmon or a t-bone steak will cost far more. \*\* There is no way I could afford $3 per serving. (And I’ve never bought or eaten a filet of salmon or a t-bone steak in my life. I’m a vegetarian heh) \*\* porcupine \*\* what do you mean by a \*vague \* chocolate-malt flavor? Like that the malt part is vague, or that the whole flavor is vague? I really need something that is VERY CHOCOLATY. I’m writing down everyone’s suggetions… My criteria: Highest protein possible low calories low carbs low fat small serving size ---
**Author:** ![OpalCat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/8edcca/32.png) [@OpalCat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OpalCat)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2002, 4:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/22 "2002-12-10T04:40:04Z")
[http://www.protein-solution.com](http://www.protein-solution.com) this is another one that has been recommended to me… anyone tried it? They have a discount for bariatric surgery patients… ---
**Author:** ![Ogre](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/ecb155/32.png) [@Ogre](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ogre)\ **Post date:** [December 10, 2002, 5:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/23 "2002-12-10T05:15:17Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by scott evil \* > \*\*Gah! Chill, **Ogre**! He _told_ me to post that, mkay? 😉 > > He has a tight psychological grip on me, what can I say? \*\* Peace, **scott**. I assure you that I’m as chill as chill can be. I just took a look at that 600 calorie figure and had a momentary panic attack. I’m over it. Many humble apologies. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![porcupine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ac91a4/32.png) [@porcupine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/porcupine)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2002, 4:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/24 "2002-12-12T04:07:18Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by OpalCat \* > \*\*porcupine \*\* what do you mean by a \*vague \* chocolate-malt flavor? Like that the malt part is vague, or that the whole flavor is vague? I really need something that is VERY CHOCOLATY. **Opal** , to clarify, the chocolate taste is definitely very chocolately; it’s the malty taste that’s kind of vague. ---
**Author:** ![Khadaji](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/9e8a1a/32.png) [@Khadaji](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Khadaji)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2002, 1:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/25 "2002-12-12T13:39:38Z")
I made my own by using a high protien mix and [low carb syrup](http://www11.netrition.com/davinci_syrups_page.html) ---
**Author:** ![Max\_Torque](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Max\_Torque](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Max_Torque)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2002, 5:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/26 "2002-12-12T17:02:37Z")
Another vote for MetRx. That is some tasty stuff. And if you get bored with shakes, you can even make high-protein chocolate pudding with it! Possibly the nastiest stuff I’ve ever had was Myoplex. I don’t know if they even still make it. It’s very high in protein, but you have to gag it down. The last stuff I bought was just some GNC-brand whey protein that could be mixed easily with water. The taste is nothing spectacular, but at least it’s drinkable. ---
**Author:** ![OpalCat](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/8edcca/32.png) [@OpalCat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OpalCat)\ **Post date:** [December 13, 2002, 2:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/27 "2002-12-13T02:33:33Z")
Ok… how much protein is in the MetRx? And can I beat you guys up if it’s gross? I’m gonna get _something_ this weekend, and I’m basing it all on what you losers recommend! ---
**Author:** ![Skerri](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/f04885/32.png) [@Skerri](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skerri)\ **Post date:** [December 13, 2002, 4:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/28 "2002-12-13T04:38:17Z")
**Opalcat** , I have nothing to add but my hope that everything works out well for you. Sorry I have nothing to add but that. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Max\_Torque](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Max\_Torque](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Max_Torque)\ **Post date:** [December 13, 2002, 5:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587/29 "2002-12-13T05:01:36Z")
According to [the MetRx website](http://www.metrx.com), the regular stuff (MetRx Total Nutrition) has 37 grams of protein per serving. The Protein Plus stuff has 47 grams. That’s for the powdered, mix-it-yourself version of each. Apparently, you can also get a pre-mixed Protein Plus shake that has 35 grams. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-good-chocolate-protein-shake-that-doesnt-taste-like-crap/141587.md?page=1)