Golden protein vegan: plant-based milk with vegan protein
Golden protein vegan from EssentialSeries is a powdered dietary supplement made with isolated pea protein and a spice blend inspired by traditional Indian golden milk. Its warm, slightly spicy flavour offers an alternative to chocolate, vanilla, and other more common flavours.
This is the vegan-friendly version of our Golden protein. We replaced the whey protein concentrate in the original formula with isolated pea protein, while keeping the turmeric character, Ceilan cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper.
A different way to take protein: plant-based, spiced, and perfect cold or hot.
What makes Golden protein vegan different?
Its base of isolated pea protein allows a high quality protein content in the formula. This protein contains the 9 essential amino acids, including naturally occurring branched-chain amino acids or BCAA.
Proteins help to increase and maintain muscle mass, as well as support normal bone maintenance.
Spices and standardized extracts: The recipe combines turmeric (Curcuma longa), Ceilan cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), ginger (Zingiber officinale) and black pepper (Piper nigrum). This blend creates its characteristic golden color and an aromatic flavour with sweet, warm notes and a touch of heat.
We’ve used standardized extracts to offer a high-quality composition:
- Turmeric extract: standardized to 3% curcumin.
- Ginger extract: standardized to 5% gingerol.
- BioPerine®: black pepper extract standardized to 98.5% piperine.
BioPerine® is a branded raw material made from black pepper. Along with turmeric and ginger extracts, it adds value compared to mixes made with conventional spices alone.
What changes compared to Golden protein?
Both draw inspiration from golden milk and share a spicy profile. The main difference lies in the protein source: Golden protein is made with whey protein concentrate, while Golden protein vegan uses isolated pea protein and is vegan-friendly.
Who is it for?
It's a good choice for vegan or vegetarian people, for those who prefer a plant-based protein, or for anyone wanting to branch out from the usual flavours. It can also fit if you’re looking for a versatile protein for shakes, breakfasts, and recipes, with a spiced flavour that shines especially in creamy preparations.
Its formula with no added sugar, sweeteners, or artificial colors reinforces its clean label profile. The flavour isn’t meant to be overly sweet: it keeps the natural character of the spices and can be easily adapted to each preparation.
How to fit it into your routine
You can mix it with water or your favorite plant-based drink. Cold, it works as a different protein shake and, warm, it makes a creamy, comforting golden latte. You can also add it to plant-based yogurts, porridges, pancakes, smoothies, bowls, or cereal creams.
There isn’t a single best time to take it. It can be used at breakfast, between meals, after training, or whenever you want to practically complete your protein intake.
Combine it to create new recipes
Its spiced flavour goes especially well with soft, creamy ingredients. Add it to our Instant Oats to make porridges and pancakes, or mix it with the Rice Cream to get a hot preparation with an unparalleled texture.
If you’re looking for a plant option with a more neutral flavour and a higher protein percentage, you can alternate it with the Isolated Pea Protein 2.0. And if you consume dairy products and want to try the original version, also discover our Golden protein made with whey protein.
Frequently asked questions about Golden protein vegan
How is it different from Golden protein?
Golden protein vegan uses isolated pea protein and is vegan-friendly. The original Golden protein is made with whey protein concentrate. Both are inspired by golden milk and share a warm, spicy profile.
Is it very sweet?
No. It’s made without added sugars or sweeteners, so it offers a more natural, aromatic, and spiced flavour. You can adjust its intensity by using more plant-based drink or pairing it with fruit or oats.
Is it worse because it’s vegan protein?
No. The isolated pea protein used contains the 9 essential amino acids and provides BCAA naturally, so it’s considered a quality protein source.
Can it be taken hot?
Yes. You can mix it with a warm plant-based drink to make a golden latte or add it to porridges, cereal creams, and other hot recipes.
Is it only for vegans?
No. Anyone who wants to supplement their diet with a plant-based protein and a different flavour from traditional proteins can take it.
A plant-based protein with lots of personality
Golden protein vegan brings isolated pea protein, a quality source, and standardized extracts of turmeric, ginger, and black pepper. All in a vegan formula, with no added sugar or sweeteners and the unmistakable taste of golden milk.
Choose it if you’re after a unique, versatile plant-based protein that’s easy to add to shakes and recipes. A healthy nutrition proposal from HSN designed to enjoy protein beyond the usual flavours.
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