Levels Grass Fed Whey Protein Powder, No Artificials, 25G of Protein, Unflavored, 5LB

I'm on my third container of this brand of whey protein powder, and I am such a fan of it! I'm awful about making sure I'm getting enough protein in my diet, this has really helped me to up my protein intake and make sure I'm hitting my goals.A lot of protein powders tend to not mix well, or have a grit to them that I just can't get past. This blends smoothly and evenly in under a minute with my blender and the flavor is great. Not odd tasting, and despite having stevia in it, which I normally can taste both during and after drinking something with it, it doesn't have that odd aftertaste, or flavor. I think it may be in part due to the addition of the monk fruit extract, and frankly, I'd pay more to have this with ONLY the monk fruit extract as it's sole sweetener since that's the closest to a "real" sugar taste that I've experienced.One of the main reasons why I really like this particular brand is the ingredient list. I have tried so many protein powders, and so many of them were full of ingredients that I had no idea what they were, or why they were needed. Now look at the ingredient list on Levels Grass Fed Whey Protein. 8 ingredients, all things I readily recognize.One container lasts me about a month if I'm only having 1 shake per day, less if I'm having 2, but compared to some of the other protein powders out there, or the pre made protein shakes in stores that are grab and go, I feel like this is really far more cost effective and affords me more control over my total calorie count depending on what I mix it with. Especially since 1 scoop of Levels Whey Protein Powder is 24 grams of protein, and other powders you need 2 scoops.Speaking of the container, the 2lb container is big and I hate the amount of plastic that I'm going through with these. There's only so many ways I can repurpose them. I hope that future offerings from Levels will include a 2lb mylar bag instead, so I can cut down on the amount of waste.The vanilla cinnamon flavor is great for protein coffees in the morning, blended with black coffee and a touch of a creamer or 2% milk, it's like having a latte. It's even good with warm coffee, although I prefer it iced. I am not a breakfast person, but it's so important for me to get my protein in the mornings, and this has helped me so much!I've also tried the Strawberry, which is very mild in flavor but it plays really well with other fruit flavors.For fun - some of my favorite ways to blend these powders:Protein coffee: 8-10 ounces cold (or hot, if you prefer) black pumpkin spice coffee, a splash of 2% milk, 1 scoop Levels, sugar free cinnamon dolce or pumpkin spice syrup to taste, blend, and enjoy. Add mini ice cubes if you want to make it more of a Frappuccino style drink. If I'm going to be out for the majority of the day, I double this recipe to fit into my 40 oz tumbler.If you want a thicker, higher in protein shake that's more like a milkshake, add 3/4 of a cup of whole fat plain Greek yogurt, 1 scoop of Levels, a splash (1/4 cup or less) of 2% milk to make for easier blending, and a quick pour of sugar free cinnamon dolce syrup. I swear if it doesn't taste like a cinnamon dolce cheesecake!I do a similar spin with the strawberry powder, blending it with frozen strawberries or peaches, Greek yogurt, a bit of sugar free peach or strawberry syrup, and I tend to forget that I'm having a protein drink and not an actual milkshake.

Initially I was a little bit disappointed in the taste. This was more because of my expectations, not because of a deficiency in the product. I envisioned savoring a thick, fast food strawberry shake, which I haven't had in many years. That is not what this product is. It is a tasty grass fed whey protein powder. I think they created the right balance, though I would opt for a little stronger strawberry flavor. I could always use less liquid (I use unsweetened coconut milk) or no ice in the blender. But the flavor is good, just mild, and the sweetness is perfect, just shy of sweet. When you have avoided sugar for many years, sometimes you try a new product with only healthy sweeteners, and it is just too damn sweet. One of the major yogurt companies recently came out with one, no sugar yogurt with fruit flavors. Maybe the taste testers were not sugar free freaks like myself, but damn, the stuff is just too sweet to stomach. Better to err on the side of caution; less sweetness, and not overpowering flavor. Product blended well, and the taste grew better as I slowly savored it. Great price. Quality product. Good taste......and free next day delivery on Amazon. I will reorder when I finish this tub, perhaps trying another flavor. You've got a new steady customer, Levels.Update: I bought the Double Chocolate when I re-upped. I'm not really a chocolate person, but I think Levels has changed my appreciation for chocolate. I toss a cup of ice in my cheap food processor and crush it into snow. Then I add in the scoop of Levels Double Chocolate and blend that up. Then I add just enough unsweetened coconut milk to make it liquid, maybe 1/2 cup. Damn if this doesn't taste just like a Wendy's chocolate frosty. It really tastes too good. Makes me want to drink too many. Now , Levels, can you make a Double Strawberry. Please!