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Essential Aminos

Essential Aminos

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All 9 essentials your body can’t make on its own — fast-absorbing fuel for muscles that never quit.

Muscle recovery
Workout endurance
Workout recovery
Rapid Absorption
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Benefits

Gnarly EAAs deliver all 9 essential amino acids your body can't make on its own — in one clean, fast-absorbing formula. Whether you're training hard, recovering between sessions, or fasting through a morning workout, EAAs give your muscles the building blocks they need without requiring a full protein serving. NSF Certified for Sport, no artificial ingredients, built for the way outdoor athletes actually train.

  • All 9 essential amino acids including 2.5g of leucine per serving — the key trigger for muscle protein synthesis
  • Ideal intra-workout or between meals to prevent muscle breakdown and support recovery
  • NSF Certified for Sport — clean, tested, trusted

Function

Essential amino acids (EAAs) are the nine amino acids your body cannot produce on its own — they must come from food or supplementation. Among them, the three branched-chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine, and valine) are especially critical for athletes: leucine in particular acts as the primary switch that triggers muscle protein synthesis, the process through which your muscles repair and grow.

Gnarly EAAs provide a full EAA profile with 5.5g of essential amino acids per serving — including 2.5g of leucine — in a rapidly absorbed, easy-to-mix formula. This makes them especially valuable during training, when your body is in a catabolic state and actively breaking down muscle tissue for fuel.

Unlike a full protein serving, EAAs are low-calorie and fast-absorbing, making them ideal for fasted training sessions, between-meal recovery windows, or stacking with other supplements without adding significant calories. They support muscle preservation, recovery, and adaptation — the foundation of any serious training program.

How to Use

Mix 1 scoop with 8–12 oz of cold water. Shake well. Consume during training, immediately post-workout, or between meals to support muscle recovery and prevent muscle protein breakdown.

Stack: Use during warm-up or intra-workout, then follow with Gnarly Whey or Vegan Protein post-session for a comprehensive recovery stack.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients (Berry Lemonade Caffeinated): Vegan BCAAs 2:1:1 — L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine (5g), Potassium as Potassium Citrate (70mg), Calcium as Aquamin™ (100mg), Green Tea Leaf Extract (35mg), Vitafiber™ Isomalto-Oligosaccharide

Active Ingredients (Berry Lemonade Stim Free): Vegan BCAAs 2:1:1 — L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine (5g), Potassium as Potassium Citrate (70mg), Calcium as Aquamin™ (100mg), Vitafiber™ Isomalto-Oligosaccharide

Other Ingredients (Berry Lemonade Caffeinated): Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Beet Root Powder (for color), Stevia Leaf Extract, Silicon Dioxide

Other Ingredients (Berry Lemonade Stim Free): Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Beet Root Powder (for color), Stevia Leaf Extract, Silicon Dioxide

Gnarly Effect

EAAs work best as part of a consistent daily training and nutrition routine. Muscle protein synthesis benefits are immediate — each serving actively supports repair and recovery from the moment it's consumed.

Consistent use over 4–6 weeks alongside regular training typically yields measurable improvements in muscle recovery speed, reduced soreness between sessions, and better preservation of lean muscle during high training volumes or caloric deficits.

Results vary based on training intensity, overall protein intake, sleep, and individual physiology, but may include faster recovery, reduced muscle breakdown during extended efforts, and improved performance consistency over time.

Return Policy

If you’re not 100% satisfied, return your product within 30 days (less than half used) for a full refund, and we’ll also replace any items that arrive damaged. Exchanges are available, and return shipping may apply.
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Vegan-friendly options, minimal allergens, no artificial colors or flavors. Fuel that works for more bodies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No fine print, no confusion. These are the questions we hear most about our products, our standards, and how Gnarly fits into real training days.

What are Essential Amino Acids?

Amino acids are the building blocks of protein, divided into two types: essential and non-essential. Non-essential amino acids can be synthesized by the body, but essential amino acids (EAAs) must come from your diet. EAAs play a crucial role in kickstarting muscle protein synthesis, repairing and building muscle, adapting to training, and reducing soreness.

How do EAAs work?

EAAs fuel muscle growth, repair, and recovery by kickstarting muscle protein synthesis and preventing muscle breakdown during training. Since your body can’t produce them on its own, getting all 9 essential amino acids helps replenish lost nutrients, speed up recovery, and reduce soreness—allowing you to train harder and perform at your best.

When should I take Gnarly Aminos?

For the best results, take Gnarly Aminos before or during training. If you don’t have access to protein immediately after your workout, EAAs can also help bridge the gap.

Do I need EAA’s if I am meeting my daily protein intake goals?

If you’re consistently hitting 1.5g of protein per kilo of body weight, you may not need additional EAAs. However, if you’re still experiencing muscle soreness or slow recovery, adding EAAs to your routine could help optimize your results.

Where’s the scoop?!

No, we didn’t forget yours. We’ve come to the hard decisions to ditch our scoops for the sake of Mother Nature.

Losing the scoops will save an estimated 28,000lbs (that’s a Freight Ship with Rocky Balboa as the Captain) of plastic per year. It’s a no brainer for our beloved Earth.

Now don’t just start pouring powder into your drinks willy-nilly. Have a regular spoon laying around? Good. Here’s the kitchen equivalent:

2 scoops with 10-12 oz of liquid, or 1/3 cup (50 grams) with 10-12 oz of liquid.

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Reviewed by Taylor M.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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Essential!!

Love having stim free EAA’s before my workout. Great flavor, makes it easy to drink

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Faster recovery

I’ve noticed a difference in how quickly I recover from an intense training day. These things are great! I’m ready to hit it hard the next day without feeling too sore or sluggish. They also keep me feeling strong during training.

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Reviewed by Jessica L.
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Love Gnarly EAAs

I like the flavor and use during most of my work outs.

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Reviewed by Aileen J.
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delicious, clean, and easy to use!

delicious to sip on, love the clean ingredients

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Reviewed by Billy S.
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Great tasting

The best tasting pure amino powder I’ve ever had.

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