Raw Power Protein Superfood Powder

The second I saw the name Thor Bazler at the helm of Raw Power, I was sold. Seriously, that is a very cool name for someone who produces protein and nutritional supplements. But behind the name lies a company that is very passionate about quality.

Raw Power is of course raw, vegan, certified organic, and made with a crazy load of superfoods. The ingredients include Maca, Goji Berries, Brazil Nuts, Hemp, Mesquite, and … wait, that’s everything. Yes, there are no fillers of any kind. Raw Power is a truly whole food blend

Tasting Notes for Raw Power Protein Superfood Powder

I heard about Raw Power from a press release announcing a 30% increase in the powder’s protein content. Since my husband and I were about to embark on a new fitness program, this seemed like the perfect product to add to our regimen.

In terms of the protein, Raw Power met our needs for a post-workout recovery drink. It’s also a great option for providing nutritional balance to energizing fruit smoothie. One serving previously had 8 grams of protein, but it now clocks in at 10.5 grams with the reformulation. The package is a bit limited on serving instructions, but from their website, I found that one serving is 1/4 cup of the powder added to 12 ounces of water.

I did try it in a shaker cup with just water first. Since it contains some hemp protein powder, there was a slight sandy texture. Nonetheless, it was much smoother overall than pure hemp protein. The taste wasn’t really sweet or bitter, but it wasn’t bad. I found it drinkable, though not something I would crave. This prompted my transition to smoothies.

Although Raw Power is made from hemp and brazil nuts, it is pretty low in fat (just 2 grams per serving). Unlike many protein powders it also has a good does of carbs, which I like. They say the perfect carbohydrate to protein ratio for a recovery drink is 4:1. With this in mind, I blended 1 serving of Raw Power with 1 cup of orange juice or a banana for my post workout needs.

Raw Power adds a little texture and thickness to fruit smoothies, along with the slightest berry and nutty notes. I really enjoyed it this way, but halfway through the canister, an idea came to mind. I keep seeing chocolate bars spiked with goji, maca and other superfoods, so why not make my own?

I melted a good chunk of dark Callebaut chocolate, let it cool, and stirred in a serving of Raw Power. I poured the chocolate into some silicone muffin tins, put them in the freezer for about an hour, and viola … homemade Superfood Chocolate! While I could still detect a little bit of that hemp grit, it was delicious overall and a great way to enjoy an antioxidant boost.

More Facts on Raw Power

Price: $26.95 per 16-ounce canister

Availability: You can order Raw Power direct from the company’s website below or via Amazon.

Certifications: Raw Power is Certified Organic.

Dietary Notes: By ingredients, Raw Power is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, vegetarian, and paleo.*

For More Product Information: Visit the Raw Power website at www.rawpower.com.

*Always read the ingredient and nutrition statement prior to consumption. Ingredients, processes, and labeling are subject to change at any time for any company or product. Contact the company to discuss their manufacturing processes if potential allergen cross-contamination is an issue for you. No food product can be guaranteed “safe” for every individual’s needs. You should never rely on ingredient and allergen statements alone if dealing with a severe food allergy.