G Series Fit 03 Recover Post-Workout Replenishment Protein Restorative Smoothie by Gatorade

This is the third in my G Series Fit products. I purchased all three for a total of $5 in Walgreens drugstore, and received a mail-in rebate for $5 at the cash register. These were on sale, and the regular price for all 3, would have been nearer $8.

Today I went walking, did aerobics, and then swam 80 lengths of our community pool. I knew that I had used a lot of energy, so decided to open up the G Series Fit 03 Recover Post-Workout Replenishment Protein Restorative Smoothie. The flavor I chose is Mixed Berry.

The size of the carton is 11.16 fluid ounce (330 ml). It states on the front that it is 'Made with real fruit juices'. It is only 120 calories, so I guess that it won't taste like a real smoothie.

The carton has a pull up tab on the top. I shook the carton first, and then lifted the tab. I put my nose down to the opening, and there was a really fruity smell. I tipped the carton, and got a runny liquid, nothing like a smoothie. It tasted of fruit and water. Then I got that aftertaste twang.

I wanted to see exactly what it looked like, so I got a clear plastic glass, and poured the G Series Fit 03 Recover Protein Restorative Smoothie into it. The color is a deep pink, and when I moved the glass, it moved around just like a regular drink.

I had approximately half of the drink, as I wanted to be honest about it, but couldn't finish it. It isn't too sweet, and you can taste the fruit juice, it is just that horrible sweetener that did it for me. I had to reach in my purse and get a Listerine Breath Strip. That took the taste, and my breath away, instantly.

It states on the carton:

"Post-Workout Replenishment
Protein + Vitamin D + Calcium + CLA.
Formulated for athletes.
It contains 12 grams of protein - including 6 grams of essential amino acids - and 1.5 grams of CLA per 11 ounce package.
Restores your muscles, recover and repeat."

There is 24% apple and banana juice , so I am not sure why it is called 'Mixed Berry'. The smoothie is 120 calories, 20 from fat, total fat 2g, sodium 280 mg, potassium 35 mg, total carbs. 14 g, dietary fiber 1g, sugars 10 g, protein 12 g. Vitamin A 10%, calcium 20%, Vitamin D 50%, and Vitamin E 10%.

Contains milk ingredients.

The sale price of the G Series Fit 03 Recover Protein Restorative Smoothie was $2.50. Even if it stayed on sale, which I doubt, I certainly wouldn't pay that kind of money for it. I know that it has all that I need, after working out, but I just cannot stomach it.

My conclusion of the three Gatorade products are, that I enjoyed the 01 Prime Energy Bites, but they just weren't big enough for me. The 02 Perform Electrolyte Replacement Drink I loved. It was reasonably priced, refreshing, and kept me hydrated. The 03 Recover Protein Restorative Smoothie, didn't have a good texture, way too runny, had an aftertaste, and where were the berries?

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Please feel free to check on my first two articles.G Series Fit 03 Recover Post-Workout Replenishment.