BCAAs 300g

5g of Branched Chain Amino Acids Per Serve in a Classic 2:1:1 Ratio

NZProtein BCAAs provide 5 grams of L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine and L-Valine per serving, blended in the widely used 2:1:1 ratio.

BCAAs are three essential amino acids found naturally in protein-rich foods. Because the body cannot produce essential amino acids itself, they must be obtained through the diet.

Our BCAAs are plant-derived and suitable for vegans, making them an easy way to add free-form branched chain amino acids to your training nutrition.

Available in Flavoured versions or Unflavoured.

What Are BCAAs?

BCAA stands for Branched Chain Amino Acids.

There are three BCAAs:

• L-Leucine

• L-Isoleucine

• L-Valine

They are classed as essential amino acids because your body cannot manufacture them in sufficient amounts and therefore needs to obtain them from food.

BCAAs are naturally present in high-protein foods such as meat, dairy products, eggs and soy, as well as protein supplements including whey protein.

NZProtein BCAAs provide these three amino acids in a concentrated free-form powder that can easily be mixed with water and consumed around training.

What's in Each Serving?

Each serving provides:

L-Leucine – 2.5g
L-Isoleucine – 1.25g
L-Valine – 1.25g

Total BCAAs – 5g

This gives the traditional 2:1:1 leucine:isoleucine ratio commonly used in BCAA supplements.

Leucine makes up half of the amino acid blend because it has a particularly important role in signalling the process of muscle protein synthesis.

Why Take BCAAs?

BCAAs are popular with people involved in resistance training, bodybuilding, sport and endurance exercise.

Convenient Amino Acids Around Training

Free-form BCAAs provide leucine, isoleucine and valine without needing to consume a full protein shake or meal.

This makes them particularly convenient before, during or after training, or simply mixed into a drink bottle and consumed throughout a workout.

Contains 2.5g Leucine Per Serve

Leucine is an essential amino acid involved in regulating muscle protein synthesis.

Each serving of NZ Protein BCAAs contains 2.5g of L-Leucine, together with 1.25g each of L-Isoleucine and L-Valine.

May Support Exercise Recovery

Research into BCAA supplementation is mixed, but some studies have found that BCAAs consumed around strenuous exercise may help reduce measures of exercise-induced muscle damage and post-exercise muscle soreness.

Results can vary depending on factors including your training, diet and overall protein intake.

Useful During Calorie-Restricted Diets

BCAAs provide amino acids with very little energy, carbohydrate or fat.

For this reason, they are popular with athletes and gym-goers who want an amino acid drink while keeping overall calorie intake low.

Do BCAAs Build Muscle?

BCAAs are involved in muscle protein metabolism, with leucine playing an especially important signalling role in muscle protein synthesis.

However, BCAAs should not be considered a replacement for dietary protein.

Building and maintaining muscle requires all of the essential amino acids, as well as sufficient total protein and energy. A balanced diet and high-quality complete protein source should therefore remain the foundation of your nutrition.

Think of BCAAs as an optional addition to a good training and nutrition programme, rather than a replacement for protein.

Do I Need BCAAs If I Already Take Whey Protein?

Whey protein naturally contains a high proportion of BCAAs as part of its complete amino acid profile. If you already consume plenty of high-quality protein throughout the day, adding extra BCAAs may provide less additional benefit.

BCAAs can still be a convenient option if you:

• Prefer a light amino acid drink while training

• Don't want a full protein shake around your workout

• Are training before eating

• Are restricting calories

• Want to add additional leucine, isoleucine and valine to your diet

• Simply enjoy sipping a flavoured training drink rather than plain water

For building muscle, your total daily protein intake remains more important than BCAA supplementation alone.

BCAAs vs EAAs – What's the Difference?

BCAAs contain three essential amino acids: leucine, isoleucine and valine.

EAAs contain all nine essential amino acids, including the three BCAAs.

BCAAs are therefore a simpler option for someone specifically wanting branched chain amino acids, while an EAA supplement provides a broader essential amino acid profile.

Neither replaces the importance of eating enough protein as part of your normal diet.

When Should I Take BCAAs?

BCAAs can be taken at any time of day, but they are commonly consumed around exercise.

Try them:

Before training – as part of your pre-workout routine.

During training – mixed into your water bottle and sipped throughout your workout.

After training – alongside your normal post-workout nutrition.

There isn't a single mandatory time to take BCAAs. Consistency, adequate dietary protein and your overall nutrition are more important than timing them to an exact minute.

How to Take

Mix one scoop with approximately 250–500ml of water.

Adjust the amount of water to suit your preferred flavour strength.

Orange contains 5g of BCAAs in approximately a 5.75g serving.

Unflavoured contains 5g of BCAAs in a 5g serving.

The unflavoured option has the naturally bitter taste characteristic of free-form BCAAs. If you prefer something easier to drink on its own, choose a flavoured option.

Plant-Derived BCAAs

NZProtein BCAAs are derived from plant sources and are suitable for vegans.

Both varieties contain soy lecithin for easier mixing.

Why Choose NZProtein BCAAs?

You don't need an overloaded formula containing dozens of ingredients to get BCAAs.

Ours keeps things simple:

• 5g BCAAs per serving

• 2.5g L-Leucine

• Classic 2:1:1 ratio

• Plant-derived

• Suitable for vegans

• Orange and Unflavoured options

• Up to 60 servings per 300g pack

• Excellent value 

It's a straightforward BCAA powder for people who want to know exactly what they're taking.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does BCAA stand for?

BCAA stands for Branched Chain Amino Acids. The three BCAAs are leucine, isoleucine and valine.

Are BCAAs essential amino acids?

Yes. Leucine, isoleucine and valine are all essential amino acids, meaning they must be obtained through your diet.

What is a 2:1:1 BCAA ratio?

A 2:1:1 ratio means the product contains twice as much leucine as either isoleucine or valine.

Each 5g serving of NZ Protein BCAAs provides 2.5g leucine, 1.25g isoleucine and 1.25g valine.

Are NZProtein BCAAs vegan?

Yes. The amino acids in NZ Protein BCAAs are derived from plant sources.

How many BCAAs are in one serving?

Each serving provides 5g of total BCAAs.

How many servings are in a 300g pack?

Unflavoured provides approximately 60 servings.

Orange provides approximately 52 servings, as each flavoured serving also contains flavouring and other ingredients in addition to the 5g BCAA blend.

Can I take BCAAs with creatine?

BCAAs and creatine are different supplements and are commonly used together. They can also be mixed into the same drink if preferred.

Can I take BCAAs with protein powder?

Yes. BCAAs are naturally present in protein foods and protein powders, and supplemental BCAAs can also be consumed alongside them.

Should I take BCAAs on rest days?

You can, although BCAAs are most commonly used around training. Your overall intake of dietary protein is generally more important than taking BCAAs every day.

Are BCAAs a replacement for protein powder?

No. BCAAs provide only three amino acids, whereas complete protein sources provide all of the essential amino acids required by the body.

Please note that this product is processed in a facility that also handles milk, egg, soy, peanut, and gluten-containing ingredients.