Nutricost Creatine Monohydrate Powder (Mandarin Orange, 500 Gram) Vegan

Flavor is amazing. Excellent price for good quality creatine powder. It dissolves well in milk and water with some shaking (30 seconds or a little more), but was lumpy when I tried to add it to a pre-mixed protein drink (Oikos) which would require more shaking or possibly blending. No sandiness or chalky texture.

I'm a 62-year-old who has been using the unflavored Creatine for about a year now. The fact that it wasn't the most pleasant thing to drink, mixed with water, has been overshadowed by the benefits I've seen in my strength and stamina during my daily gym visits. So when it was time to reorder, I thought, "Why not try a flavored variety?" Wow! Mandarin Orange, where have you been all my life!? One scoop (5 grams), mixed with some ice water ... It is delicious! Still 0 calories, but it does have some citric acid and sucralose in it, giving it a great tangy sweet flavor. If you like orange, I highly recommend. EDIT: I couldn't understand why some reviewers gave this creatine 1 or 2 stars, saying it's way too strong, or too sweet. I suppose it's a matter of how much water you mix it in. I've seen some gym bros toss a dry scoop of it directly into their mouth, and yeah, it would be way too sweet then; or maybe they are mixing it into a just a few ounces of water. I pour one 5g scoop into my 20-oz water bottle, mix, and drink. I think it tastes wonderful that way.

I’ve tried a few creatine powders over the years, and Nutricost’s Creatine Monohydrate in Mandarin Orange has easily become one of my favorites. The flavor is really good—light, refreshing, and not overly sweet or artificial like some flavored supplements can be. It mixes well with no clumping or gritty texture, which is a huge plus. I’ve been taking it consistently, and I’ve definitely noticed improvements in my strength, workout performance, and muscle growth. Recovery between workouts has also felt better, which has helped me train harder and stay on track. If you’re looking for an effective creatine that actually tastes great, this is a solid choice. It delivers the benefits you want without the unpleasant taste that some other brands have.

Nutricost Creatine Monohydrate Powder is a solid supplement overall, and the Mandarin Orange flavor is not bad, but it would not be my first choice compared to the Fruit Punch version. The biggest positive is that the creatine itself feels reliable. It mixes reasonably well, the powder is easy to scoop, and it fits well into a daily workout routine. I like that it is micronized, vegan, non-GMO, and gluten free, which makes it a clean and simple option without unnecessary complications. For anyone using creatine consistently for strength, performance, or muscle support, this does the job. The Mandarin Orange flavor is decent. It has a citrus taste that is refreshing at first, especially when mixed with cold water. However, after using it a few times, I realized I personally prefer the Fruit Punch flavor more. Fruit Punch tastes smoother and more enjoyable to me, while Mandarin Orange has a slightly sharper flavor that I don’t enjoy as much every day. The mixability is good enough, though like most creatine powders, it may need a little extra shaking or stirring to fully blend. That is not a major issue, but worth mentioning. Overall, this is still a good creatine powder from a dependable brand. The quality and formula are strong, but the flavor is the only reason I’m not giving it a perfect rating. I would still recommend it if you like citrus flavors, but personally, I would choose Fruit Punch next time. Four stars.

This is addictive! It is a little on the sweet side so I add a flavor packet of lemon crystals to the mix. I have to have my orange drink every morning and afternoon! Mixes with water great. I've also used it in a vanilla smootie for an orange julius (for those of you who remember them!). It's kind of like orange sherbert.

This is my go to brand for creatine. Tasks good and does the job.

I'm trying to eat healthy and supplement my diet wisely. This drink is great, albeit a bit on the sweet side... But tasty enough I have no problem drinking it once or twice daily for the last few weeks.

Nice fine powder. However it’s extremely sweet.