--- product_id: 4055156 title: "Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, Velocity Vanilla,3.5LB" brand: "optimum nutrition" price: "€ 262.92" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Optimum Nutrition" url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/4055156-platinum-hydrowhey-protein-powder-velocity-vanilla-3-5lb store_origin: CY region: Cyprus --- # 100% hydrolyzed whey isolate 30g protein per serving 8.8g BCAAs per serving Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, Velocity Vanilla,3.5LB **Brand:** optimum nutrition **Price:** € 262.92 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💥 Fuel your hustle with the fastest, cleanest protein on the market! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, Velocity Vanilla,3.5LB by optimum nutrition - **How much does it cost?** € 262.92 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/4055156-platinum-hydrowhey-protein-powder-velocity-vanilla-3-5lb) ## 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 - • **BCAA Boost:** 8.8 grams of branched-chain amino acids to amplify muscle repair and endurance. - • **Clean & Tested:** Gluten-free and banned substance tested for a worry-free, premium supplement experience. - • **Mixes Instantly:** Instantized formula blends effortlessly with water or milk—no clumps, no hassle. - • **Power-Packed Protein:** 30 grams of pure protein fuel in every serving to power your gains and daily nutrition. - • **Rapid Muscle Recovery:** Hydrolyzed whey isolate breaks down protein for ultra-fast absorption post-workout. ## Overview Optimum Nutrition Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder delivers 30 grams of 100% hydrolyzed whey protein isolate per serving, ensuring rapid digestion and muscle recovery. Enhanced with 8.8 grams of BCAAs, this gluten-free, instant-mix powder is designed for post-workout or anytime use, making it a top choice for fitness-focused professionals seeking clean, efficient nutrition. ## Description Platinum Hydrowhey is the most advanced whey protein we've ever developed. In a word: Excellence. By hydrolyzing whey protein isolates to break larger proteins down into smaller pieces, these ultra-pure whey isolates are able to get into your system rapidly, enabling your muscles to start recovering from heavy training. We've dialed up this ultra pure and rapidly-digesting formula with added micronized Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs). Review: It's the best - The ON platinum may be more expensive than other brands, but just remember, you get what you pay for. After bariatric (GB) surgery, my doctor said I needed 60 grams of protein a day. A lack of protein after GB results in hair loss, fatigue and muscle wasting. I only rarely ate meat pre- GB, and even less now. I began to have the classic symptoms, with the hair loss and fatigue being the worst. With GB restricting meal size to itty bitty portions, and not being a huge meat-eater, I was desperate to find a way to get enough protein daily. I tried just about every other brand of protein powder on the market with unpleasant results. They were impossible to dissolve in liquids, stayed lumpy, had an off-taste, were gritty in the mouth, and were low in the amount of protein per serving. After reading a magazine article about any contaminants or heavy metals found in commercial protein powders, it looked like ON was one of the safest, so I ordered the platinum hydro-whey in vanilla. Wow. No off-taste, it's whey (the best source), and one serving (one scoop) is a whopping 30 grams of protein. When you first add it to liquid, it appears that while it mostly dissolves (hydrolyzed?), there are a few small lumps. Just do a very little stirring. Even so, I can't detect any lumps or grit when drinking it. I hope this helps fellow GB-ers in need of protein sources. GB is life changing, and finding adequate protein has been a real challenge for me. I'm not a morning person and can't handle a big breakfast. A morning drink made with ON works for me and supplies me with half of the protein I need all day. But you can have them any time you want. Yes, my hair loss started stabilizing and is getting better. My fatigue is improving. I had really gotten myself down a hole 6-9 months after GB surgery, and I don't expect miracles overnight, but I'm really seeing my health improve after getting more protein in my diet. I'll give my basic recipe for a ON protein drink, but you can try many variations on it. Good luck to you all in your weight loss and health journey. In an 8 to 16 oz. mug or glass, add 1/2 cup more or less of water. Add a teaspoon or two of instant coffee crystals (I use Folger's classic roast) and stir. Add 2 to 4 squirts of Torani sugar free syrup. Add one scoop of ON and stir. Add more liquid to taste. This can be more water, milk (low fat for less calories), coffee and milk, coffee, or? I then like to add a couple of ice cubes, but that's optional. The variations on this can be endless. Use coffee or not. Use milk or not. Use Torani or not. Try different Torani flavor combinations (1/2 caramel and 1/2 vanilla is good). Vary the amounts/portions of any of the ingredients to taste. I don't use any measuring cups or spoons now for this. Less dirty things to wash and the measurements don't need to be exact. Whatever glass or cup is handy, a spoon out of the silverware drawer and available ingredients, and a scoop of ON. I haven't tried fruit juice yet, but was thinking that OJ and low fat milk (no coffee) might be creme-sicle-ish. GB-ers be careful to check the grams of sugars in juice servings. Not sure if Torani makes sugar free OJ syrup, but I know they make some sugar free fruit flavors. After running out using the small ON container size, I now order the 3.5 pound size and keep a spare on hand. ON doesn't seem to be available at many retail stores, so desertcart is the best source I've found for speed and best price. When I occasionally run out of ON and fill in with something else in a pinch - Yuck! Review: All protein is not created equal - Normally I sit on the sideline and just read reviews but it bothers me when people give misinformed reviews possibly swaying people away from a perfectly good product. First of all this isn't your run of the mill protein powder. This product contains hydrolyzed whey protein which your body metabolizes much better than other forms of whey, especially whey concentrate (check the labels of most protein powders and see what the first protein listed is, it's probably concentrate). Concentrate is easy to produce and is one of the least efficient forms of whey. It's not that it doesn't work but an awful lot of it get converted into waste. Also, since hydrolyzed whey is metabolized better an added benefit is that it is easier on your stomach (protein shakes don't always agree with everyone). The reason hydrolyzed whey is more expensive is because the refining process is much more involved and the yield is much less at the end of the process. The biggest negative to hydrolyzed whey is the taste. Hydrolyzed proteins typically are very bitter. The ON Platinum Whey tastes phenomenal for a hydrolyzed whey product. If all you want is a great tasting milk shake and don't care about the quality of protein then look elsewhere. This brings me to my biggest gripe with a lot of reviewers. Please stop comparing apples and oranges. Yes it is more expensive than ON Gold Whey but for the reasons I mentioned above there are additional costs in manufacturing and as a result there are added benefits to the consumer. 1 gram of whey concentrate is not equal to 1 gram of hydrolyzed whey. So stop comparing it to the Whey gold gram for gram. It's not just marketing hype, they market it as platinum because it is a better product. I've been using this product for over a year and I've tried a plethora of other brands but this by far is the best tasting hydrolyzed whey formula in my experience. There might be more pure hydrolyzed whey out there but the bitterness is nauseating. This is a great product by a reputable company. It isn't magic and it's not perfect, nothing is. Hydrolyzed whey isn't for everyone either. I agree with other reviewers, do your research. Just make sure you are comparing apples to apples, the nutrition info doesn't tell the whole story. Read the ingredients. ## Features - 30G PROTEIN PER SERVING- Each serving provides 30 grams of protein from 100% hydrolyzed whey protein isolate, making it a convenient addition to your daily protein and nutrition routine. - MADE WITH 100% HYDROLYZED WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE- Features hydrolyzed whey protein isolate, processed to break larger proteins into smaller pieces for a rapidly digesting protein source. - 8.8G BCAAS PER SERVING- Provides 8.8 grams of naturally occurring and added leucine, isoleucine, and valine (BCAAs) in every serving. - DESIGNED FOR POST-WORKOUT OR ANYTIME USE- Mix with water or milk and enjoy after your workout or as an anytime snack to help meet your daily protein needs as part of a balanced diet and exercise program. - EASY TO MIX & QUALITY TESTED- Instantized powder mixes easily with a shaker, blender, or glass and spoon. Gluten-free and banned substance tested. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002QZORGK | | ASIN | B002QZORGK | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Allergen Information | Lactose Free | | Best Sellers Rank | #18,041 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #106 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders #1,504 in Sales & Deals | | Brand Name | Optimum Nutrition | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,944) | | Date First Available | September 30, 2009 | | Department | Adults | | Flavor | Velocity Vanilla | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00748927026399, 00748927066227 | | Item Dimensions | 7.13 x 7.13 x 10.19 inches | | Item Weight | 3.5 pounds | | Item model number | 1076038 | | Manufacturer | Glanbia Performance Nutrition | | Manufacturer | Glanbia Performance Nutrition | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1076038 | | Model Name | Optimum Nutrition Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, 100% | | Model Number | 1076038 | | Net Content Volume | 8.56 liters | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 7.13 x 7.13 x 10.19 inches; 3.5 pounds | | Protein | 30 g | | Protein Source | Whey | | Recommended Uses For Product | Muscle Build | | Total Servings Per Container | 40 | | UPC | 748927026399 748927066791 | | Unit Count | 57.6 Ounce | | Vitamins And Minerals | 160 milligrams | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Optimum Nutrition - **Flavor:** Velocity Vanilla - **Item Weight:** 3.5 pounds - **Protein Source:** Whey - **Servings per Container:** 40 ## Images ![Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, Velocity Vanilla,3.5LB - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WMvJykTXL.jpg) ![Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, Velocity Vanilla,3.5LB - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WMnOe57iL.jpg) ![Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, Velocity Vanilla,3.5LB - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81dLt7bgsQL.jpg) ![Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, Velocity Vanilla,3.5LB - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81vhCZqnVDL.jpg) ![Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, Velocity Vanilla,3.5LB - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81FAcTr40GL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Flavor** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How does this differ to their Gold Standard 100% Whey? Pros and Cons?? Thanks** A: The main difference is that the Hydrowhey is a hydrolyzed protein, meaning the long chain polypeptides are enzymatically broken down into smaller peptides (likely di- and tri-peptides which are then more efficiently and completely digested and absorbed in the small intestine. Pros: More efficient absorption. Quicker absorption. Cons: Higher cost.My personal experience is that I can consume full serving, 30 grams, of this protein and have no GI difficulties e.g. excessive flatulence. Whenever I take full serving of a regular whey protein =or> 30grams I get some GI issues. I rarely take a full serving though. I shoot for 20 grams per serving, that works best into my lifestyle and extends the life of the product. I feel that 20grams of this product equates to 30-40grams of standard proteins. Professionally, I believe it makes a much better pre- and post workout addition than others. Adding some chocolate syrup to promote blood sugar spike and insulin response post workout is a total benefit. **Q: How many servings in this container?** A: Nutritional FactsServing Size: 1 Rounded ScoopServings Per Container: 40Amount Per Serving Serving % DVCalories 140 Calories from Fat 10 Total Fat 1 g2.000%Saturated Fat 0.5 g3.000%Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 5 mg2.000%Sodium 190 mg8.000%Total Carbohydrate 3 g1.000%Sugars 1 g Protein 30 g60.000%Other Ingredients: Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Isolates, Micronized Branched Chain Amino Acids (L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine), Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Natural And Artificial Flavors, Lecithin, Contains 1.5% Or Less Of: Creamer( Sunflower Oil, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Dipotassium Phosphate, Tricalcium Phosphate, Tocopherols), Salt, Cellulose Gum, Potassium Chloride, Sucralose, Vanillin, Acesulfame Potassium, Enzyme Blend (Aminogen, Amylase, Protease, Cellulase, Beta-D-Galactosidase, Lipase). **Q: I have this product but it is expired! should I use it or but the new one? it has been expired for 4 months!** A: I first purchased this product back in 2014 or 2015. Got about half way through it, then packed it up and moved. 5 years later, just now getting back into lifting, and found the container I purchased 5 years ago or so. It was well past expiration, tasted just as good as I remembered it, and I feel fine. I've since repurchased it, and the new stuff tastes just the same. I wouldn't worry about 4 months. **Q: I see few people have asked the same question: Does this have lactose? I'd like to add that on the back it says product contains milk, so...** A: It has added lactase enzyme, which breaks down lactose. Wiki it. It’s the same enzyme added to “lactose free” milk. You should not have any issues with this product if you’re lactose intolerant. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's the best *by G***R on June 22, 2013* The ON platinum may be more expensive than other brands, but just remember, you get what you pay for. After bariatric (GB) surgery, my doctor said I needed 60 grams of protein a day. A lack of protein after GB results in hair loss, fatigue and muscle wasting. I only rarely ate meat pre- GB, and even less now. I began to have the classic symptoms, with the hair loss and fatigue being the worst. With GB restricting meal size to itty bitty portions, and not being a huge meat-eater, I was desperate to find a way to get enough protein daily. I tried just about every other brand of protein powder on the market with unpleasant results. They were impossible to dissolve in liquids, stayed lumpy, had an off-taste, were gritty in the mouth, and were low in the amount of protein per serving. After reading a magazine article about any contaminants or heavy metals found in commercial protein powders, it looked like ON was one of the safest, so I ordered the platinum hydro-whey in vanilla. Wow. No off-taste, it's whey (the best source), and one serving (one scoop) is a whopping 30 grams of protein. When you first add it to liquid, it appears that while it mostly dissolves (hydrolyzed?), there are a few small lumps. Just do a very little stirring. Even so, I can't detect any lumps or grit when drinking it. I hope this helps fellow GB-ers in need of protein sources. GB is life changing, and finding adequate protein has been a real challenge for me. I'm not a morning person and can't handle a big breakfast. A morning drink made with ON works for me and supplies me with half of the protein I need all day. But you can have them any time you want. Yes, my hair loss started stabilizing and is getting better. My fatigue is improving. I had really gotten myself down a hole 6-9 months after GB surgery, and I don't expect miracles overnight, but I'm really seeing my health improve after getting more protein in my diet. I'll give my basic recipe for a ON protein drink, but you can try many variations on it. Good luck to you all in your weight loss and health journey. In an 8 to 16 oz. mug or glass, add 1/2 cup more or less of water. Add a teaspoon or two of instant coffee crystals (I use Folger's classic roast) and stir. Add 2 to 4 squirts of Torani sugar free syrup. Add one scoop of ON and stir. Add more liquid to taste. This can be more water, milk (low fat for less calories), coffee and milk, coffee, or? I then like to add a couple of ice cubes, but that's optional. The variations on this can be endless. Use coffee or not. Use milk or not. Use Torani or not. Try different Torani flavor combinations (1/2 caramel and 1/2 vanilla is good). Vary the amounts/portions of any of the ingredients to taste. I don't use any measuring cups or spoons now for this. Less dirty things to wash and the measurements don't need to be exact. Whatever glass or cup is handy, a spoon out of the silverware drawer and available ingredients, and a scoop of ON. I haven't tried fruit juice yet, but was thinking that OJ and low fat milk (no coffee) might be creme-sicle-ish. GB-ers be careful to check the grams of sugars in juice servings. Not sure if Torani makes sugar free OJ syrup, but I know they make some sugar free fruit flavors. After running out using the small ON container size, I now order the 3.5 pound size and keep a spare on hand. ON doesn't seem to be available at many retail stores, so Amazon is the best source I've found for speed and best price. When I occasionally run out of ON and fill in with something else in a pinch - Yuck! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All protein is not created equal *by R***. on May 15, 2013* Normally I sit on the sideline and just read reviews but it bothers me when people give misinformed reviews possibly swaying people away from a perfectly good product. First of all this isn't your run of the mill protein powder. This product contains hydrolyzed whey protein which your body metabolizes much better than other forms of whey, especially whey concentrate (check the labels of most protein powders and see what the first protein listed is, it's probably concentrate). Concentrate is easy to produce and is one of the least efficient forms of whey. It's not that it doesn't work but an awful lot of it get converted into waste. Also, since hydrolyzed whey is metabolized better an added benefit is that it is easier on your stomach (protein shakes don't always agree with everyone). The reason hydrolyzed whey is more expensive is because the refining process is much more involved and the yield is much less at the end of the process. The biggest negative to hydrolyzed whey is the taste. Hydrolyzed proteins typically are very bitter. The ON Platinum Whey tastes phenomenal for a hydrolyzed whey product. If all you want is a great tasting milk shake and don't care about the quality of protein then look elsewhere. This brings me to my biggest gripe with a lot of reviewers. Please stop comparing apples and oranges. Yes it is more expensive than ON Gold Whey but for the reasons I mentioned above there are additional costs in manufacturing and as a result there are added benefits to the consumer. 1 gram of whey concentrate is not equal to 1 gram of hydrolyzed whey. So stop comparing it to the Whey gold gram for gram. It's not just marketing hype, they market it as platinum because it is a better product. I've been using this product for over a year and I've tried a plethora of other brands but this by far is the best tasting hydrolyzed whey formula in my experience. There might be more pure hydrolyzed whey out there but the bitterness is nauseating. This is a great product by a reputable company. It isn't magic and it's not perfect, nothing is. Hydrolyzed whey isn't for everyone either. I agree with other reviewers, do your research. Just make sure you are comparing apples to apples, the nutrition info doesn't tell the whole story. Read the ingredients. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Optimize your day with Hydrowhey *by D***E on May 7, 2026* Taste and mixes great, daily for 9 months and still loving it ## Frequently Bought Together - Optimum Nutrition Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, 100% Hydrolyzed Whey Isolate Powder, Flavor: Velocity Vanilla, 3.5 Pounds (Packaging May Vary) - Optimum Nutrition Micronized Creatine Monohydrate Powder, Unflavored, 120 Servings, 600 Grams (Packaging May Vary) - Optimum Nutrition Opti-Men, Vitamin C, Zinc and Vitamin D, E, B12 for Immune Support Mens Daily Multivitamin Supplement, 150 Count (Packaging May Vary) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/4055156-platinum-hydrowhey-protein-powder-velocity-vanilla-3-5lb](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/4055156-platinum-hydrowhey-protein-powder-velocity-vanilla-3-5lb) --- *Product available on Desertcart Cyprus* *Store origin: CY* *Last updated: 2026-09-05*