Six Star Brings Cocoa Krispies Magic to Ready-to-Drink Protein Shakes

Six Star’s latest collab with Kellogg’s brings Cocoa Krispies to your post-workout shake. 30g protein, loaded with vitamins, and that perfect chocolatey sodium kick. Exclusive to The Vitamin Shoppe.

The collaboration between Six Star Pro Nutrition and Kellogg’s keeps getting better. Following the wildly successful launch of their Froot Loops and Frosted Flakes protein powders and a fan-favorite Froot Loops RTD that had supplement reviewers raving, Six Star is back with another childhood favorite: Cocoa Krispies Protein Shake!

Cocoa Krispines in an RTD: Six Star Makes it Happen at The Vitamin Shoppe

This limited-time ready-to-drink protein shake, available exclusively at The Vitamin Shoppe, brings the beloved chocolate cereal’s taste to Six Star’s proven protein formula. But there’s something special about this one – savvy supplement users are discovering that its strategic sodium content makes it an incredibly satisfying post-workout treat.

Before we dive into why everyone’s talking about this chocolatey sensation, make sure you’re following our Six Star news and deal alerts for the best prices on their entire lineup:

Six Star Protein Shake RTD Cocoa Krispies Macros

• Calories: 160

• Protein: 30g

• Total Carbohydrates: 4g

  • Dietary Fiber: 2g

  • Total Sugars: 1g (0g added)

• Total Fat: 3g

  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g

Key Ingredient: Milk Protein Concentrate

The protein in this shake comes from milk protein concentrate, a high-quality dairy protein source that provides both fast-digesting whey and slow-digesting casein proteins. This combination is ideal for sustained nutrition, giving you both immediate and long-lasting amino acid delivery.

Think of it like a time-release protein system: the whey protein fraction quickly enters your bloodstream, kickstarting muscle recovery right after your workout. Meanwhile, the casein protein forms a gel in your stomach, slowly releasing amino acids over several hours. This dual-action approach helps prevent muscle breakdown while promoting growth and recovery.

Additionally, milk protein concentrate retains many of the beneficial compounds found naturally in milk, like calcium and various bioactive peptides. When combined with the shake’s strategic sodium content, you get an ideal post-workout recovery drink that supports both hydration and protein synthesis.

And most importantly? Milk protein concentrates have incredible taste and texture, which is why they’re used so often in RTDs. It’s much richer and thicker than pure whey, thanks to the casein portion inside.

Comprehensive Nutrition Facts

This isn’t just a protein shake, it serves as nearly a meal replacement as well!

Vitamins

• Vitamin D: 6.5mcg (30% DV)
• Vitamin A: 230mcg (25% DV)
• Vitamin C: 45mg (50% DV)
• Vitamin E: 4.27mg (30% DV)
• Thiamin: 0.3mg (25%)
• Riboflavin: 0.5mg (40%)
• Niacin: 4mg (25%)
• Vitamin B6: 0.5mg (30%)
• Folate: 120mcg DFE (30%)
• Vitamin B12: 1.2mcg (50%)
• Biotin: 7.5mcg (25%)
• Pantothenic Acid: 1.3mg (25%)

Minerals

• Calcium: 650mg (50% DV)
• Iron: 4.7mg (25% DV)
• Phosphorus: 560mg (45% DV)
• Iodine: 38mcg (25% DV)
• Magnesium: 105mg (25% DV)
• Zinc: 2.7mg (25% DV)
• Selenium: 28mcg (50% DV)
• Copper: 0.2mg (25% DV)
• Manganese: 0.6mg (25% DV)
• Chromium: 8.5mcg (25% DV)
• Molybdenum: 11.5mcg (25% DV)
• Potassium: 240mg (6% DV)
• Sodium: 270mg (12% DV)

With this robust vitamin and mineral profile, each bottle delivers a significant portion of your daily nutritional needs, making it an excellent choice for both post-workout recovery and general nutritional support throughout the day.

Note the extra sodium!

What’s unique about this RTD’s formula is its elevated sodium content – you get 270mg per shake, which is higher than the potassium content (240mg). This is rare in protein shakes but incredibly strategic. Post-workout, your body needs to replenish both protein and electrolytes, and sodium is crucial for muscle function and hydration.

But it’s probably even more about the flavor. The savory, salty chocolate flavor profile meshes perfectly with the Cocoa Krispies theme, making this an ideal treat after hitting the gym when your body craves both protein and salt.

Supporting Ingredients

The formula contains carrageenan and salt to thicken the shake and enhance its texture, while cocoa powder provides that authentic chocolate flavor we all remember from our favorite breakfast cereal. Natural and artificial flavors combine to recreate that nostalgic Cocoa Krispies taste, while cellulose gum and other stabilizers ensure a smooth, creamy consistency that stays perfect until the last sip.

All Six Star Protein Shake RTD Flavors Available

Conclusion: A Nostalgic Post-Workout Treat

The Six Star Pro Nutrition and Kellogg’s partnership continues to deliver home runs with each release. From their initial protein powder collaboration featuring Froot Loops and Frosted Flakes, to the wildly successful Froot Loops RTD (we have two reviews of that embedded below), and now this savory Cocoa Krispies masterpiece, they’ve proven that nostalgic flavors can coexist with serious nutrition.

This Cocoa Krispies Protein Shake RTD stands out not just for its flavor authenticity, but for its strategic formulation that makes it perfect for post-workout recovery. With its balanced protein blend, comprehensive micronutrient profile, and that masterful touch of sodium, it’s clear why this limited-time release is generating so much buzz at The Vitamin Shoppe.

If you’re on board with the added vitamin and minerals, then don’t miss out on this nostalgic treat that packs a serious punch. Check out the best deals on Six Star’s entire lineup, including their other cereal-inspired collaborations: