Unlock Protein Chocolate – 800 g – Plantaardige Tuinboneneiwitshake met Whey-achtige Romigheid - Silverback

The demand for vegan protein powders is growing fast — but many plant-based options still fall short when it comes to mouthfeel and taste compared to traditional whey.

We’ve taken on this challenge and solved it with our latest innovation: Unlock Protein.

Based on sustainably grown European fava bean protein, Unlock Protein offers the same functional benefits as our original Silverback Protein formula, but with a completely new taste experience. Thanks to the naturally mild flavor of fava beans — combined with our extensive ingredient development and precision formulation — we’ve created a protein shake that truly rivals whey. Smooth, creamy, and delicious.

This new line takes plant-based protein shakes to the next level. We’ve long used peas as our go-to base — and for good reason: they’re locally grown, don’t require irrigation or synthetic fertilizers, and are extremely sustainable. But we wanted more. Our goal? To create an alternative that’s just as effective, with even greater benefits. That journey led us to the fava bean.

Fava protein is equally sustainable — and in some ways, even more so. It delivers more protein per 100 grams of dry matter and offers a higher yield per square meter compared to peas.

But there’s something truly unique about fava beans: once the protein fraction is isolated, you’re left with a white, neutral-tasting powder that dissolves effortlessly and has a silky-smooth texture. The result is a plant-based shake with the taste and texture of whey — without any animal ingredients.

Building on this incredible base, we pushed further to solve another challenge: the aftertaste of free-form amino acids. Through extensive R&D and smart ingredient pairing, we created a clean, creamy flavor in which the sharp amino acid taste is barely noticeable — neutralizing one of the biggest barriers in plant-based performance nutrition.

✅ 12% leucine – More leucine, more muscle potential

Leucine plays a crucial role in muscle protein synthesis (MPS). Unlock Protein and Silverback Protein both deliver up to 70% more leucine than standard plant proteins, making them just as effective — or potentially even more effective — than whey.

✅ 51% essential amino acids – The building blocks your body truly needs

Essential amino acids (EAAs) can’t be produced by the body and must come from your diet. Unlock Protein and Silverback Protein provide a remarkably high 51% EAA content, which is rare in plant-based products. Why supplement with proteins that are mostly made up of non-essential amino acids your body can already make?

✅ Optimized amino acid profile – No limiting factors

Both formulas are carefully engineered to avoid limiting amino acids, ensuring full-spectrum support for muscle growth and recovery — without compromise.

✅ Velvety texture and mild, satisfying taste

Fava bean protein has a naturally soft texture and neutral flavor, giving you a smooth, creamy shake you’ll want to enjoy every day — no chalky aftertaste or bitterness.

Sustainability at the core

Fava beans are already among the most sustainable protein sources available. But our efforts don’t stop at the ingredient level. Packaging matters too.

We’ve always wanted to switch to a pouch format — but only if we could do it right. That means 100% recyclable, aluminum-free, and offering excellent shelf life. Compostable options were considered, but the barrier limitations still allow for more oxygen and moisture penetration, which could compromise product stability — and that’s not a risk we’re willing to take.

So we developed a smart solution: a multi-layer pouch made entirely from the same type of plastic (PP). Because the layers share a single melting point, they can be recycled back into clean polypropylene — enabling true circular reuse in applications like food packaging or car parts, not just downcycled into fillers or low-grade materials. An innovative, future-proof packaging aligned with our mission to raise the bar in sustainable nutrition.