Why I Love Epic Protein
When I shifted to a fully plant-based lifestyle a year ago (almost to the day), I was surprised by the ease of the transition. This was partially due to the fact that I gradually eliminated things throughout the six months leading up to the shift but also because I quickly found a variety of awesome alternatives to the foods I loved (thank you, nut cheeses and nutritional yeast).
However, the one thing that stumped me was finding a plant-based protein that was both effective and delicious. It's not too tricky to find the former characteristic in a plant-based protein but the latter? That one turned out to be more of a challenge than anticipated. I found a couple protein powders I liked, a few I could tolerate, and a handful that required quite a bit of doctoring to stomach. So when I was given the opportunity to try Epic Plant-Based Protein Powders by Sprout Living, I kept my expectations in check. With a dash of post-workout optimism, I mixed their Vanilla Lucuma powder with a bit of plain almond milk and went in for the first sip. I was immediately charmed by the subtle sweetness, rich and creamy texture, and the lack of a funky aftertaste. I've found that many protein powders, plant-based or otherwise, have an unnatural, processed taste due to sweeteners or additives; however, Epic Protein has a lovely, pure flavor because it's made with 100% plant-based, organic, non-gmo, gluten-free, and hypoallergenic ingredients (say that 10 times fast). As for its efficiency? It offers up to 26 grams, per serving, of high-quality organic vegan protein with a complete and balanced amino acid profile for optimal protein synthesis.
In addition to the Vanilla Lucuma, I've also tried the Chocolate Maca and Original. All three are fantastic, and they've quickly become my go-to for refueling after workouts. If you want to get fancy, blend the Chocolate Maca with a frozen banana, splash of plant milk, and ice. It reminds me of a protein-packed chocolate malt.
About Epic Protein
Epic Protein is a delicious organic superfood protein powder that provides balanced and complete plant-based protein packed with an array of complementing nutrients. A base of multi-source protein combines sprouted brown rice, yellow pea, sacha inchi and cranberry seed and is empowered by exotic superfoods sourced from around the world such as maca root, lucuma, cacao, indian moringa and baobab, among many more. Great tasting, nutritionally superior and overwhelmingly pure and potent, Epic Protein is the perfect fuel for your healthy, active and fit lifestyle.
Epic Protein Giveaway
Sprout Living is generously offering the following to one lucky winner:
- 1 16-ounce bag of Original Epic Protein
- Three Epic Protein sample sizes (i.e., 1 Chocolate Maca, 1 Vanilla Lucuma, 1 Green Kingdom)
- A Sprout Living Shaker Jar
- A Sprout Living Eco Tote
For a chance to win, simply enter using the widget below, comment on this post, like Sprout Living on Facebook, and follow Sprout Living on Instagram.
Please note: This giveaway is open to residents of the continental US only.
sounds delicious! Chocolate maca one ....mmmmm. :)
I'm looking for a healthy protein supplement option. This sounds like a great option to try!
i would be interested to try this product because like you, i have tried some awful vegan protein powders... thanks for the giveaway!
i am a plant based powder junkie. This product looks amazing. Love to try
Sun Warrior and Vega are usually my go-to for protein powders but they do have a somewhat "different" taste to them. I believe it's the sweeteners that they use, like you mentioned, so I would LOVE to try a protein powder that does not have that "different" after taste.
I've been looking for a protein powder that won't make my smoothies taste like peas!
I've been looking for a great plant protein powder!!! This sounds like a great one. Slowly making the transition to plant based/vegan this year!! Super excited to take back my health and help the environment and protect the animals!!! :-) <3
Sounds like a great option to try. Thanks for sharing!
I've been in search for a good tasting plant based protein powder! This sounds like it might just do the trick :)
i am always wanting to try new plant based protein powders as I haven't found a "go to" yet!
I am always looking for a good plant-based protein powder!
I love trying new protein powders. I especially love ones that seem to be more "natural."
I'm a powerlifter and a vegan and I'm always trying to find a protein powder I really love! I thought I'd tried just about everything out there, but not this one! I'd love the chance to try it out and support a great company. Thanks for the opportunity!
I would love the opportunity to try this protein since I've had some negative experiences so far with vegan proteins tasting especially earthy, being gritty, and having a strange aftertaste. Some also have gross artificial sweetener tastes to them as well. I love that this one doesn't seem to have those problems and would love to try it myself. Plus I love the complete amino profile and the amount of protein per serving is fantastic.
Wow! This would be so great to try! 26 grams of protein per serving?! Gimme! <3
I'm always drinking protein powder after my workouts, so I would love to try this kind!
epic vanilla lucuma is my go-to protein powder. what really makes it stand out is how it incorporates other spices/superfoods like maca and baobab for an added energy boost. i've been meaning to try other flavors, but haven't gotten around to it yet, so this would the perfect chance to sample the original, green kingdom and chocolate maca flavors. thanks for the giveaway ;)
I tried a few plant based protein powders in the past but not many impressed me. I would love to try the ones from EPIC! I would also like to write about it on my blog.
I would love to try this! Flavors sound delicious and I love how simple the list of ingredients is.
I am looking for a healthy protein supplement and this one looks amazing!
I want to try Epic protein because I workout a lot and utilize protein supplements. Having one that I know is plant based and all natural would be wonderful!
26 grams of protein per serving is more than my VegaOne :D
I love that these are plant based and the flavors sound delicious!
love the flavor and the plant based protein! Would love to try!
I would love to try this product, seems like most other powders do have a weird after taste to me too
I've been trying to find a good plant-based protein that is soy free and would love to try this!!!
I'm always looking for easy ways to add more protein to my diet
hum this sounds amazing!
I've been looking for a vegan protein powder that tats delicious! The chocolate maca sounds amazing?!
I am interested because I have so much trouble finding a delicious, yet nutritious plant-based protein powder. I've tried countless brands and have yet to fall in love with one yet. This one looks like a winner!
I'm always looking for new ways to get protein in my diet.
I have never tried protein powder, mostly because of expense. I would love to have a chance to "test drive" some before purchasing to see if I like it. Thanks for the giveaway!
I tend to stick with the same brand of protein powder day after day (Garden of Life) so I think it would be beneficial to switch it up with something new to get a better variety of nutrients/types of protein into my diet.
I am trying to find a vegan protein powder as I'm transitioning to a cleaner diet.
I work at GNC and love learning about new and different products. I'm a bit different than my coworkers though, and I try to point my customers towards the plant-based protein powders. I love protein powders that are not filled with junk, and have more than just protein! I love that Epic protein has a good protein content, good ingredients, and more nutritional value than basic whey proteins! Thank you for the giveaway and chance to try a new product!
I've been adding Maca powder to my smoothies for the past few months and I love it. I would be really interested in trying this product.
I recently went dairy free and have had such a hard time finding a good substitute for my standby whey protein powder! Would love to try a new product.
Vanilla lucama and chocolate maca? Those flavors alone are enough reason to be interested! I've been looking to try new protein powders, and as a college student, a giveaway sounded like a nice place to look ;) but after reading more about this brand, i'm definitely interested in checking it out! I haven't seen this brand in stores in my area, and since I'm usually limited to stores I can walk to when I run out of protein powder, clean, vegan options are often limited!
Sounds yummy!! I haven't tried a protein powder yet and this one seems super healthy!!
This sounds really good.I usually use hemp protein in my morning smoothie but would like to check this out.
I love that it's plant based and I have never tried this brand.
The vanilla lucuma protein powder sounds really delicious. I love that it doesn't contain added sweeteners! This would be an awesome post workout snack for me. I'd love to win!
I would love to try this because I am a vegetarian and I am always looking for good protein sources.
A new plant based protein that's worth looking into!!
Sounds great! I've never tried this brand. I would love to try.
Enjoy the recipes, spread the clean living - protein powder is very good
After just finding out that I have nearly 40 food allergies, I've found that a vegan approach to life suits my diet best. I'm always on the lookout for a solid, good tasting plant-based protein and this sounds like a winner. Can't wait to try.
Nearly 40 allergies? I'm so sorry, Laurie. That sounds quite stressful, but I'm glad that you've found a vegan approach suits your dietary/health needs. Thanks for participating in the giveaway!
WHOA! Epic breakfast, lunch or pick me up in the middle of the day, HIGH protein with all the essentials to carry in a TOTE and take anywhere! Are you flying somewhere and need a "Healthy Meal"!
i love their philoophy and id love to try the pumpkin seed!
I currently use Vega and would love to find something that tastes better.