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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein Creamy Vanilla

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein Creamy Vanilla

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  • Lowest price today: $62.99 at The Vitamin Shoppe (checked Nov 15, 2026).
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein Creamy Vanilla

Gold Standard 100% Casein is a slow-digesting micellar casein powder from Optimum Nutrition, flavored Creamy Vanilla. Each 100 g delivers 75 g of protein, mostly casein with some whey, plus 9.4 g carbs and 3.1 g fiber, and it supplies BCAAs, L-leucine and L-glutamine along with calcium, zinc, magnesium and vitamins A and C. Casein forms a thick shake and digests over hours, which is why it is usually taken before bed or between meals rather than right after training. Against fast whey isolates it trades quick absorption for longer amino acid release; against plain unflavored caseins it wins on mixability and taste, though it is heavier and less instant than a whey shake.

Best forOvernight or between-meal proteinGym-goers wanting a slower-release proteinDieters keeping protein high while cutting caloriesAnyone who finds whey shakes too thin
Pros
  • 75 g protein per 100 g, mostly slow-digesting micellar casein
  • Includes BCAAs, L-leucine and L-glutamine
  • Added calcium, zinc, magnesium, iron and vitamins A and C
  • Thick texture that keeps you full longer than whey
  • Mixes into a smooth shake with water or milk
Cons
  • Thicker and heavier to drink than whey
  • Not a fast post-workout protein
  • Contains sweeteners
  • Vanilla flavor is mild and may taste flat to some

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein Creamy Vanilla prices at every store

  • The Vitamin ShoppeNew

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    $62.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • HerbsproNew

    Out of stock

    $77.00Checked 1 h ago
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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein Creamy Vanilla price history

Lowest price we've seen: $62.99 on Nov 15 at The Vitamin Shoppe. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 15.

What reviewers say

Owners rate Gold Standard Casein for its thick, creamy texture and lasting fullness, and many use it as a nighttime shake. Complaints center on the heavy consistency and the mild vanilla taste.

What people mention
  • TextureMixedDrinkers like the creamy thickness but some find it too heavy to finish.
  • SatietyPraisedOwners say it keeps them full longer than whey.
  • MixabilityPraisedIt blends smooth in a shaker with few clumps.
  • FlavorMixedThe vanilla is mild; some want a stronger taste.
  • SweetenerCriticisedA few notice an artificial sweetener aftertaste.

About the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein Creamy Vanilla

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein is a protein powder in a Creamy Vanilla flavor. It is made with casein protein and also lists whey protein as a protein source. It contains a sweetener.

The powder has 75 g of protein per 100 g. It also provides the amino acids L-leucine, L-glutamine and BCAA. The container makes 27 servings.

Flavor
Creamy Vanilla
Protein type
Casein protein, whey protein
Protein
75 g per 100 g
Calories
344 kcal per 100 g
Carbohydrates
9.4 g per 100 g
Fiber
3.1 g per 100 g
Amino acids
L-leucine, L-glutamine, BCAA
Minerals
Calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, sodium
Vitamins
Vitamin C, vitamin A
Features
Contains sweetener; muscle function enhancing
Servings
27
Weight
32.029 oz

Specifications

Protein/100g (g)
75.0Source
No. of Servings
27.0Source
Weight (oz)
32.029Source
Features
Sweetener, Muscle Function EnhancingSource

Questions and answers

How is casein different from whey?
Casein digests slowly and releases amino acids over several hours, while whey is absorbed quickly. Casein suits between meals and bedtime; whey suits right after training.
When should I take it?
Most people take it before bed or as a between-meal snack for a slow protein supply. It is not the best choice for an immediate post-workout shake.
How much protein is in a serving?
The powder is 75% protein, so a typical scoop gives roughly 24 g. Check the scoop size on the label to confirm.
Does it contain lactose?
It is milk-based, so it contains lactose, though less than a pure whey concentrate. Those with strong lactose intolerance should be cautious.
How does it compare with Gold Standard Whey?
Same brand and similar amino profile, but this one is casein: thicker, slower and more filling. Gold Standard Whey is lighter and faster.
Where is the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein Creamy Vanilla cheapest?
At The Vitamin Shoppe, for $62.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein Creamy Vanilla?
2 stores we checked sell it, including The Vitamin Shoppe, Herbspro.

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Fibers/100g (g)
3.1Source
Minerals
Calcium, Zinc, Iron, Magnesium, SodiumSource
Calories/100 g (kcal)
344.0Source
Flavor
VanillaSource
Carbohydrates/100g (g)
9.4Source
Amino Acids
L-Leucine, L-Glutamine, BCAASource
Vitamins
Vitamin C, Vitamin ASource
Protein
Whey Protein, Casein ProteinSource
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