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Essential Aminos

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Benefits

  • Muscle recovery
  • Workout endurance
  • Workout recovery
  • Rapid Absorption

What Sets It Apart

Time to level up with Essential Aminos. Because science evolves, and so do we. BCAAs are great for kicking off muscle protein synthesis, but to truly unleash your muscle-building potential, you need all nine Essential Amino Acids (EAAs). That’s why we’ve packed our formula to the brim with the whole lineup of 9 EAAs, not just the 3 found in BCAAs. These bad boys don’t just kickstart muscle protein synthesis; they provide the building blocks your body needs for muscle repair and growth. More muscle, less soreness. Simple as that.

What exactly are EAAs, you might ask? Well, they’re the nine amino acids your body can’t produce on its own: histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine. Yeah, those guys. You NEED them to build muscle, recover faster, and reduce that post-workout ache. Muscle growth? Covered. Muscle repair? You bet. EAAs are the muscle-building foundation that help your body recover quicker and get back at it with less soreness after those intense workouts.

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The Gnarly System preworkout

  • 9  
    EAAs: histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine
  • 2.5 g
    Leucine
  • 20  
    Calories

How to Use:

Mix 1 tbsp (10g) of Gnarly EAAs into 12-16 oz of water. For best results, take before or during intense training, then follow up with a complete protein from whole foods or your favorite Gnarly protein.

Nutrition Facts

More Information

  • 5.5g EAAs for complete muscle support
  • 2.5g Leucine to drive protein synthesis
  • 0mg caffeine (Stim-Free for anytime hydration & recovery)
  • 20 calories per serving
  • Easy on the gut, fast-absorbing for quick delivery to your muscles, and tastes dang good
  • Supports recovery by minimizing muscle breakdown and maximizing repair
  • Great anytime, but best before training—then follow up with protein for optimal results
  • Berry Lemonade Stim-Free is NSF Content Certified, ensuring quality you can trust
  • NSF Content Certification means rigorous testing for label accuracy, heavy metals, microbes, pesticides, and overall safety.
Supplement Facts
Essential Aminos Nutrition Facts
Other Ingredients

Other Ingredients: IMO (Isomalto-Oligosaccharide), Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Beet Root (Color), Malic Acid, Stevia (Leaf) extract, Silicon Dioxide (anti-caking) Aquamin® is a registered trademark of Marigot Limited

No fake stuff. Stay Gnarly.

Essential Aminos Benefits

  • Aminos can help you reach your protein goals

  • 9 Essential Amino Acids (BCAAs, but even better)

  • Plant-Based & Powerful – Aminos for Everyone

  • Same Great Taste, Even Better Formula

  • Aminos can help you reach your protein goals

    Aminos and protein work better together—think of them as the ultimate training sandwich. Take Aminos before and/or during your workout, then follow up with protein from whole foods or a supplement after. It’s not an either/or situation—it’s the key to better recovery and muscle adaptation. Hitting your protein goals is tough, especially first thing in the morning when you haven’t eaten yet. Aminos help bridge the gap, fueling your body when it needs it most.
  • 9 Essential Amino Acids (BCAAs, but even better)

  • Plant-Based & Powerful – Aminos for Everyone

  • Same Great Taste, Even Better Formula

"I love how quickly Gnarly’s EAAs help my muscles recover—even before I start training. It’s like they’re priming my body so I can push harder, go longer, and feel stronger every single time.” - Kiaya Jackson

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Essential Amino Acids?

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

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Reviews

average rating 4.7 out of 5
Based on 23 reviews
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23 Reviews
Reviewed by Kalen G.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted5 days ago

Keep your body and tastebuds happy!!

This formula is incredible! Both in taste and recovery. If you lift, ride, ski tour, exercise multiple days in a row, you need Gnarly Essential Aminos in your tool box! The taste is less zingy and tart than the previous BCAAs mix and honestly I prefer it. It makes adding an extra scoop to a bike bottle much more pleasant and I’m not puckered on my ride anymore, at least not from the drink mix ;)

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Gnarly Nutrition

4 days ago

Hi Kalen! Glad to hear you're psyched on our new EAAs. We couldn't agree more! Thanks for your support.

-Gnarly Team

Reviewed by Ronnie H.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted13 days ago

Essential amino Acids

Noticed overall boost in wellbeing...only used the product for two weeks now...

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Reviewed by Patricia F.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted13 days ago

Great Product

I am vegetarian and use this after weightlifting workouts and long cycling workouts. Love it!

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Reviewed by John O.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted18 days ago

A daily essential

Not only do they taste great and I trust the quality coming from Gnarly, but I actually feel the difference. I’ve noticed I’m less sore and post-workout recoveries are quicker when taking the Essential Aminos. Highly recommend adding this to your quiver of supplements.

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Reviewed by Kenzie
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted20 days ago

If you workout back to back days, you need this!

I have been drinking Gnarly's aminos daily for the last 4 years. They recently revamped the flavor to be less tart. I honestly didn't mind the old formula's flavor but did notice a difference with less tartness on the after taste with my current bag. I appreciate the caffeine free version as I already use a pre-workout that's loaded with caffeine and prefer to drink my aminos post-workout because I'm a thirsty girl. I have noticed that when I drink Gnarly's aminos, I feel less muscle soreness the following day which allows me to get the full benefit of my required back to back training days at high intensity. There are a lot of aminos on the market but I choose Gnarly's for the mild flavor and easy digestion.

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Gnarly Nutrition

19 days ago

Hi Kenzie! So glad you're loving the new Berry Lemonade flavor. Thanks for being a Gnarly supporter for so long. Keep up the strong work!

-Gnarly Team