Goorello High Flavanols Cocoa Powder – Vegan

Energy , memory, and Vitality Booster

This cocoa+ Flavanols supplement is easy to incorporate into my routine. The powder is fine, easy to mix, and there are 30 servings in my jar. I added this to a smoothie and it tastes good, and only has 20 calories, yet it helped with my afternoon energy slump. The label also states you can use in coffee, milk, or even oatmeal. The distributor lists their contact information as well as their website location on the label. I appreciate that this is made in the USA in a GMP facility, and it's 3rd-party tested. My supplement arrived fresh and has an expiration date that expires in about 3 years.

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Rich, dark cocoa flavor, mixes well, made in US GMP facility and 3rd party tested

This cocoa powder with flavanols is delicious. I love dark chocolate and coca flavor, so this really hits the spot, especially when I mix it with my morning coffee. Initially I tried adding a couple of teaspoons of allulose, thinking it might be too bitter, but it really didn’t need it. Yes, it does have that bitter chocolate flavor, but it is rich and chocolatey, not the sharp battery acid bitterness of some dark cocoas. I love that not only does it add flavor, but it has potential health benefits too. I am a middle aged perimenopausal woman, so I need as many circulation and mental sharpness boosters as I can get. I was dragging today, so I had an extra cup of my mostly decaf coffee with a half scoop of the goorello cocoa powder. It blended right in with my frother and stayed mixed in until I finished the whole cup. It didn’t have any noticeable grittiness. The energy/alertness boost wasn’t immediate, but after an hour or so I noticed I was much more alert and was able to make it through the rest of my day without feeling like if I blinked too long, I might fall asleep. It’s the little things these days! I am looking forward to trying this in my yogurt and smoothies, but for now, this cocoa powder with my collagen powder and some nondairy, unsweetened creamer in my morning coffee each day is a delicious and nutritious way to start my morning. Overall, the quality of this cocoa powder is excellent. The package says it is made in the US in a GMP facility and the amazon listing says it is 3rd party tested, both are important for supplements which are entirely unregulated and a good sign of a quality product. The price seems about on par with the quality and quantity of the cocoa powder, making it a decent value.

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Great Addition to My Morning Protein Shake

The dark cocoa flavor is exactly what you’d expect, it has that natural cocoa bitterness , which I personally like. Because of that, I add it to my vanilla protein shake and it blends in perfectly, giving it a rich chocolate taste without overpowering it. I take it in the morning as part of my routine because it gives nice and steady energy boost especially since you shouldn’t go over the recommended dosage. It mixes well, doesn’t clump, and feels easy to incorporate into my day. I also like knowing I’m getting a good amount of cocoa flavanols per serving. it feels like a high quality supplement. It’s good value too.

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Nice size, top notch cocoa powder

Wow this is the most potent, high quality cocoa that I have ever seen. Initially I thought it would make good hot cocoa for my children. Upon reading the label though, I decided this is better suited for adults. My husband was thoroughly impressed with it and adds it to his coffee. I am going to try baking with it and update this review. It is slightly bitter, as an true cocoa powder would be. Does get your heart going though, I feel like it lives up to the claims on the label though. Pictured next to a standard soda can for size reference.

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Cocoa High flavonal supplement

Does not mix well in coffee, keep swirling it periodically. Taste isn’t bad, I believe sugar is zero added. Not sure about the energy, cardio or memory gains/support. Suppose to be good for you….Ingredient list looks good and it’s suppose to be beneficial.

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It's chocolate, almost too much chocolate!

This is pure cocoa all day. You can see it, you can smell it, the dust will get in your eyes and you can FEEL it. Oh man this stuff gets everywhere! Trying to get a half a scoop is like trying to get boulders to not rolls down a steep hill, as soon as the scoop touches the stuff, it explodes into a powdery mess!! On that note, this does the job, mix it with some water and you have a chocolate drink, mix it with coffee and you have chocolate coffee. Only problem is the taste isn't all that great. It's ok, but it's more of a pure, darker chocolate Cocoa powder, whereas something a little lighter would mix a lot better and not be as sharp.

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High Quality Ingredients

I'm going through perimenopause so thought I've give this Goorello cocoa powder a try to see if it would help boost my energy level and help with my brain fog and cardio health as stated in the product info. I add chocolate flavored-collagen powder to my coffee every day and have also been adding a scoop of this cocoa over the past few weeks. It smells fantastic and contains lucuma powder (sort of an earthy deep caramel flavor), vanilla bean powder, and Himalayan salt, but I couldn't really taste a difference except that the texture of my coffee was a tad thicker and left a sort of smooth sensation on my tongue (hard to describe). I also mixed this powder into coconut milk with a frother but had to add sweetener because it didn't taste great. As for how it made me feel: my stomach felt fine, I got my period as usual the last two months, and I do feel like I've had slightly more energy throughout the day. Based on my results, I feel that this cocoa powder is of good quality. I think it could work well in recipes that call for cocoa powder, but it's more pricey than regular cocoa powder so I'd use it sparingly for that purpose. If you're looking for a tasty way to add flavanols into your diet and are willing to pay a little extra for high-quality ingredients, I recommend giving this product a try.

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Good product if you're looking for a high-flavanol cocoa powder

I became interested in the idea of high-flavanol cocoa powder because medical sources I trust (e.g., the Harvard Health newsletter) have noted that there is some evidence that flavanols in cocoa have beneficial health effects, including blood clot prevention. As I have a history of blood clots in my leg (which ended up becoming pulmonary embolisms that could have killed me), I am very motivated to try new products that might help prevent a recurrence. Plus, of course, I love chocolate! So I definitely considered it a win-win situation to check out this high-flavanol cocoa powder. Although it’s really designed to put into your daily smoothie or hot chocolate drink, I decided to test out how well it might work in a brownie recipe, since that’s my family’s preferred form of chocolate intake and apparently flavonoids do pretty well at surviving the baking process. After doing a bit of online sleuthing, I learned how to adapt cocoa brownie recipes for using high-flavanoid cocoa, which has a stronger flavor than regular cocoa but is also more acidic and bitter. The recommendations are to add extra sugar, mix the cocoa with hot water or butter before adding other ingredients (“blooming” the cocoa), adding extra moisture and adding a bit of baking soda to neutralize the acidity. I found a recipe that already had some of these elements, adjusted the rest and was off to the races. The end result was quite good and my family and I appreciated the intense chocolate flavor of the brownies made with high-flavanol cocoa powder. This cocoa powder is also great for adding to one’s morning coffee and only adds 20 calories per serving, which is a big plus. Although I can't really know the extent to which use of this product improves my health, unless perhaps I take it over a very long period of time (and even then it's hard to isolate the effect of one health behavior), it certainly won't make it worse. My only real complaint is that at $34.99 for 30 servings (of 8 grams or 1 scoop each), it’s on the expensive side. However, the price seems to be in line with what this type of cocoa costs, or perhaps even a bit less expensive. My bottom line is that if you’re looking for a high-flavonol cocoa powder in particular, then this is a really good product. If you don’t really care about the potential health benefits, then it may not be worth it.

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Chocolatey goodness -yum!

This Flavanol Cocoa Powder Supplement is delicious! It has the natural bitterness of natural cocoa (like dark chocolate), which is what I like. It can be mixed with water for a hot chocolate type drink, or mix it in your coffee for a mocha! (Really, mix it in something to drink and you are ready to go - makes consuming this easy!). I’ve only tried mixing this into hot beverages and it mixes very well. I like that this is 3rd party lab tested for lead, cadmium, and other contaminants. I also like that this is non-GMO, made from natural ingredients, is packed with flavonoids and is caffeine free. Per the ad this supplement is suppose to boost your nitric oxide levels which helps support heart health and circulation, improve your energy levels, and help boost your focus and clarity. Have I experienced said benefits? It is hard to say as I haven’t been taking this for very long. I can say that I like the taste. I do not notice a difference in energy levels, but I do feel mentally clearer. I’ve noticed my feet are not getting as cold (this may indicate improved circulation). I do feel the list price of $34.99 is a bit high for 30 servings. But that’s just me. Time will tell how beneficial this ends up being.

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Low in sugar, but higher in flavanols, this is a rich, smooth cocoa for baking and smoothies.

There is a lot going on with this cocoa. It doesn't add a lot of sugar or protein, but has increased levels of flavanols and flavenoids and a good, rich chocolate flavor. It is easy to use for baking or smoothies (I love to add with milk and bananas for a simple chocolate, banana smoothie). It's easy to mix in and has a smooth texture and no weird aftertaste. A fair value for this larger canister, which will last several months and is easy to use. Comes in a sturdy container with an easy-screw lid for clean and mess-free serving and use.

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Tastes Good, Just Too Early to Tell.

I haven’t been using this long enough to really say if it’s doing anything for my heart or blood flow yet, but I can say the taste is actually good. It has a nice dark cocoa flavor and doesn’t taste chalky or weird like some supplements do. I usually mix it into a drink and it goes down easy, no problem. Since I can’t speak on results yet, I’m giving it 4 stars for now. If I start noticing a difference after using it longer, I’d definitely come back and update. Overall, not bad so far and I don’t mind taking it at all.

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All around good cocoa.

All around good cocoa. Mixes well.

Cocoa with great flavor

Great flavor, mixes easily with coll or warm products. Delicious and nutritious, purchased twice, I will stay with this brand, as long as they stand with America! Slightly pricey.

Great coffee addition

Loved this it flavored my coffee in the morning and gave me energy to keep going

Great way to start off the day!

Love this in my coffee. It’s like making my own mocha latte. I use cream and xylitol (instead of cane sugar) and my day starts off with energy! The instructions say that you can only use it once per day. I wish I could use it more because it’s delicious!

Good Stuff

Very easy to use in my coffee. However, you should cool your coffee with ice so the the flavanols remain stable.

Good Product

I’ve only tried 2 producers of this product and gave one to my daughter and family. I put some in coffee every morning with cinnamon

very healthy product

this is a great product for mind and heart from a man who is 87

Great Flavor!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product! The flavor is smooth and easy to drink—not too bitter like other cocoa supplements 🍫. I’ve been using it consistently and noticed better energy and focus throughout the day. It mixes well and feels like a high-quality product. The price is also very reasonable for what you get. Definitely something I’ll keep buying and I highly recommend it! 💪

Delicious!

Delicious! Not overly sweet, so i add stevia

Increased energy

I noticed on the third day of taking the cocoa that I do not have the afternoon tiredness I normally have. I have used it for over a week and continue to have more energy. I mix it with my morning coffee.

Good product

As described fast delivery

helpful

seems to be working

Taste good

Great product

Great product

I bought for my roommate. He said it’s giving him more clarity

Love it

On my 3rd order...I will always keep in house now...I am almost 60 years old and It has helped with my engery so very much...I use it now in my mushroom coffee every morning...Worth every penny

Recommend

Great product!

This is a very VALUABLE supplement to add to your diet. Amazing.

5 Stars. This makes me feel incredible. It's not just one thing. I think better, I have more energy, I sleep better, I'm shocked at how effective it is. This is definitely a go to supplement. Wow. Amazing stuff. This is completely raw and I love making it with organic Xylitol to sweeten it. Wow. Talk about a superfood x10.

Best Part of Winter

In the winter months there is nothing like a warm cup of hot chocolate at the start or the end of my day, especially after digging the driveway out of several inches of snow. I also sprinkle it on my ice cream, yogurt, or granola, or add fresh berries for an extra boost. The cocoa has a rich, dark chocolate flavor without being overly sweet, and it mixes well into warm milk, coffee, or even smoothies. I love that it’s high in flavanols and antioxidants, which support heart health, circulation, and mental sharpness. I’ve noticed I feel more alert and focused after a cup, especially on busy mornings or chilly evenings. It doesn’t taste bitter like some pure cocoa powders, and it blends smoothly without gritty bits, which makes it easy to enjoy every day. It is made in a US GMP facility and third-party tested, so I trust the quality, and I know I’m getting the nutrients I'm aiming for. It smells amazing right from the packaging, even better when it's steaming inside of a cup of warm milk. I can also use it in baking or desserts to add chocolate flavor without extra sugar. The price feels fair for the amount and quality, and the packaging keeps it fresh, making it easy to grab a scoop whenever I want. Overall, it’s become my go-to for both a cozy nightly treat and a versatile ingredient that adds nutrition and flavor to other foods.

Would buy again

Great product

Easy Cocoa Boost for Daily Use

I’ve been mixing this into water or a smoothie before workouts and it’s been easy to stick with. The dark cocoa taste is solid and not overly bitter, especially once you get the mix right. I like that it feels clean with no jitters and gives me a steady energy feel instead of a spike. It also mixes well without clumping, which makes it simple to use every day.

Delicious and healthy

Great products

Great flavanol product

I love the rich chocolate taste of this cocoa supplement. It pairs very well with my peanut butter protein shake that I take 2x per week. The chocolate is dark, which I love, but not too dark. The powder also mixes well with real ice cream shakes. I do that for a treat. The powder is very finely ground, like most cocoa powders, so I expect that it will mix well with other drinks as well. I've only been mixing it with cold liquids, so I can't comment on hot drinks. For most drinks, I use a blender bottle, and for the ice cream shake, a commercial blender. The only thing I didn't like was the fact that the scoop was buried at the bottom of the bottle. Just a little annoying.

Healthy chocolate drink that isn't too sweet

The only thing I don't like is that it doesn't dissolve as much as I'd like and I guess that is normal. Then again, I tried it first in my ice cream. It does dissolve better in water or milk, but I think it does better in a hot or warm liquid. This does taste really good and I like how it makes me feel more energetic. I've taken cocoa as a super food before, but this one seems better to me. It provides a lot of health benefits and seems like a really good quality. I do recommend this chocolatey powder and think it is worth the price.

Mixes well with yogurt

I use this cocoa powder mixed in with Oikos triple zero vanilla Greek yogurt; chocolate flavor Gold Standard whey protein; and Naked PB peanut butter powder as a “desert style” high protein snack (typically a single serving of the yogurt with 1 scoop from each of the other ingredients). The cocoa powder mixes well and biases the chocolate flavoring to a richer dark chocolate profile. Recommended.

This can help with your sleep, heart health and memory as well as other nutritional benefits.!

Flavanols are a plant-derived nutrient and are found in foods and drinks. They can help with your sleep, heart health and memory as well as other nutritional benefits. This Cocoa is delicious and being it is high in Flavonols is healthy for you. I am using this in my daily smoothie to give it a deep chocolate tase and boost the nutritional value of it.

High concentration of flavanol per serving. Recommend adding to beverages / food to improve taste

Really like the high concentration of flavanol - there's 1200mg per serving whereas medical studies typically use only 400-900mg. The claims actually have scientific origin and studies have shown that consuming flavanols (usually found naturally in fruit skins and teas) do help reduce inflammation (which stresses your immune system out). Taste is ok. I recommend adding to coffee, smoothies, or as an ingredient in oatmeal, etc. Doesn't taste that great on it's own dissolved in water.

Chocolaty goodness.

I blend this cocoa powder supplement into my smoothies, mushroom coffees, and sometimes with just milk. I usual take it in the morning just before hitting the treadmill. It mixes well with other beverage pretty easily and it has a rich quality chocolate taste, similar to chocolate milk or hot chocolate. After just a few days I feel as if I have a bit more noticeable energy to run. This Goorello high flavanol cocoa power supplement is vegan, non-GMO and GMP certified for a guarantee on quality. Each container will get you around 30 servings, which can last for a month.

Tasty treat on my granola

A little goes a long way but it is yummy!

Chocolaty

I like it mixed with hot milk and added to a chocolate protein shake to make it more chocolaty

Good taste,

Good taste, easy to open

Drink it daily

Expected it to be darker, flavor was correct

Makes a great fresco de cacao dupe!

I’ve been really enjoying this cocoa supplement. It mixes easily into coffee or smoothies and has a nice rich cocoa taste without being bitter. My preferred way is two scoops of it, mixed with a bit of rice and a splash of sugar and vanilla essence then liquified. Cacao drink dupe! I like that it gives a gentle energy boost and focus without caffeine jitters, and I do feel a bit more steady throughout my day Flavorwise, it's a 4 of 5 for me, but it's a bit pricey. Still, the quality seems good and it’s a great option if you want a clean boost of energy from cocoa.

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Taste great but hard to mix quick.

Tastes good and easy to use, just a bit pricey

I have been using this cocoa flavanol powder for a bit now, mostly in my morning smoothie with fruit and veggies, and it’s been easy to work into my routine. The flavor is a nice dark cocoa, rich but not overly bitter and it blends in well without leaving a chalky texture. I don’t feel like I need to mask it with anything heavy, which is a plus. I’ve also tried it on its own mixed with cold water and ice. With a quick shake or stir, it mixes up fine and goes down easily. It doesn’t feel gritty, and the taste is still pleasant even without anything else added. As for results, it’s a little too early for me to say much beyond how it fits into daily use, but I do like that it’s something I don’t mind taking consistently. That alone makes a difference with products like this. The main downside for me is the cost. For the serving size, it feels a bit expensive, especially if you plan to use it every day. The quality seems good, but I do wish the container lasted longer for the price. Overall, it’s a solid product with good flavor and easy mixability. I’m giving it four stars, worth trying if you are looking for a cocoa-based powder like this, but the price keeps it from being a full five.

It’s a great quality cocoa, can be slightly bitter

My daughter considers herself a cocoa connoisseur and I consider myself a health guru so my review is coming from both of these angles. We first tried mixing this into cold milk which did not work, the powder just sat on top. Then we advanced to using hot milk snd it mixed in much more smoothly. At first she could not taste the cocoa so we needed to add more and more. Then suddenly she could taste it and she told me it was the most bitter cocoa she had ever tasted (perhaps she was being a bit dramatic). Anyways - don’t let these deter you. I still think that using a blender or mixer could probably allow this to be easily blended into just about any liquid hot or cold. And I think if you were mixing it into a smoothie or coffee or anything else it still has the potential to add a nice cocoa flavor without being overwhelming. My daughter can be picky. I’m still impressed by the antioxidant and flavonol content of this cocoa powder and thinks its benefits warrant continuing to use it. We just won’t overdo it with how much we put in. The amount of cocoa you get in the can is impressive for the price and feels like it will last a long time. I love that it’s made in the USA and 3rd party tested for quality. It can be a little messy so make sure to open it carefully!

Gone too soon

I love the item. Have to order 2 though. Considerable container conceals compact content.

Good Quality but Still Deciding on the Benefits

I ordered this goorello High Flavanol Cocoa Powder Supplement because I have been hearing positive things about the potential health benefits of cocoa. This cocoa appears to be good quality. The ingredient list states 6500 mg of cocoa per serving. The powder dissolves and mixes much better in warm liquids than in cold liquids. The taste is okay. It is a little bitter, which is to be expected with high flavanol cocoa. I think it may be helping my energy level, but it is hard to say for certain. At this point, I find it somewhat expensive given that I am still unsure of the overall benefit.

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Vanilla makes taste funny

Didn't want vanilla

Tastes fine in many blended drinks. It does NOT make chocolate milk.

I don't know why I thought I was ordering high quality baking cocoa powder that also just happened to have health benefits. I should have read the description better. But, in the interest of science I made some smoothies and hot chocolate drinks to see how it fared. First, it was pretty easy to use - just scoop and blend. I blended it into a couple protein shakes, black coffee, and packet hot chocolate drinks. It added a dark chocolate flavor to all, but I think I like it best in black coffee. It was kind of a mocha flavor without getting too thick. I can't say that it added any energy or health benefits to my body, but since I didn't order it for that, I don't care. The powder was of good consistency and will probably last a while on my shelf if I don't use it up quickly. I personally think $34 for this size container is too expensive. Yes it tasted fine, yes it's a food-supplement, but I don't think in the long run its worth it unless you a serious health nut who plans their micronutrients out down to the microgram. I am not that person, so perhaps this wasn't meant for me.

No noticeable difference to regular

After a month of using this, I didn't really feel any benefits over and above the regular cacao I had been using, so when it ran out, I just went back to the regular stuff.

Not the best.

Not as good as other brand I’ve tried, powder doesn’t seem to mix well. Don’t notice any effect from this product.

Where's the Cocoa

Better check ingredients, there is no Cocoa in it

Found hair inside the product

I found animal hair inside this product. Never buying again.

Broken

Came broken

Basically Cocoa Powder, no flavanols

6500 of cocoa is a lot of powder but no flavanols. Also tried to check metal contents and could get any information. Should've known better

No cocoa in the ingredients even

(DONT BUY)In the ingredients it doesnt even include cocoa just himilayan salt,lecuma powder,vanilla bean powder, and it taste more like vanilla than cocoa. There is also no website that i could find for this product and cant return because its 3rd party vendor (DONT BUY)