Cacao Whey
Essential Nutrition Cacao Whey is a whey blend protein powder with 22 g of protein per 1 measuring scoop (28 g). It scores 67/100 on the TBPP Quality Score. We found no third-party testing certification.
Nutrition per serving
Cacao (Chocolate) flavor, from the label.
| Serving size | 1 measuring scoop (28 g) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 22 g |
| Calories | 104 |
| Carbohydrates | 1.9 g |
| Sugar | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g |
| Sodium | 89 mg |
| Protein by weight | 79% |
| Leucine | Not verified |
| BCAAs | 4.3 g |
How it scored
67 of 100 points. How we score
| Criterion | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Protein density | 22 / 30 | 79% of each scoop is protein |
| Third-party testing | 0 / 25 | No verified independent testing program |
| Label transparency | 20 / 20 | Fully disclosed formula, no amino spiking |
| Sugar | 10 / 10 | 0.3 g sugar per serving |
| Ingredient simplicity | 10 / 10 | Natural flavors and sweeteners |
| Verified label data | 5 / 5 | 7 of 7 label values verified |
Formula and label
| Type | Whey Blend |
|---|---|
| Protein sources | Whey Protein Isolate, Hydrolyzed Whey Protein, Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides |
| Third-party testing | None found |
| Sweeteners | Thaumatin, Steviol Glycosides (Stevia) |
| Proprietary blend | No |
| Added free amino acids | No |
| Dietary | Gluten-Free |
| Allergens | Milk, Soy |
| Made by | Essential Nutrition · Brazil |
| Sold at | Essential Nutrition (official store) |
Price
We could not verify a current U.S. price.
Sizes: 420 g can (15 servings), 30-serving can, 15-sachet box
Flavors (1)
- Cacao
Sources
- https://www.essentialnutrition.com.br/produtos/proteinas/whey
- https://www.essentialnutrition.com.br/cacao-whey-protein-chocolate
Nutrition from the 'Tabela Nutricional' on the official Cacao Whey page, 2026-10-14: porção 28 g (1 colher-medida), 15 servings (420 g), 104 kcal, 1.9 g carbs, 0.3 g total sugars (0 added), 0 g polyols, 22 g protein, 0.9 g fat (0.5 saturated), 1.6 g fibre, 89 mg sodium. BCAA 4.3 g per dose is a brand-page figure. Ingredients: isolated and hydrolyzed whey proteins (Provon 292 and Thermax 690), cocoa powder, hydrolyzed collagen peptides (Peptan), natural and nature-identical flavours, thaumatin and stevia; contains milk and soy derivatives (about 0.1 g soy lecithin per serving), gluten free. Essential's other flavors (Cappuccino, Açaí, Espresso Whey etc.) are separate products and are not included. Brazil-only pricing: R$375.00 for the 420 g can; no US price.
Good to know
Last checked 2026-10-14. Labels change, so check the package before buying if you have allergies. If you are pregnant, nursing or buying for a child, ask your doctor before adding a supplement.