Old School LabsVintage Build – Post Workout Recovery & Muscle Building Powder (30 Servings (Pack of 1), Unflavored)

Taste: 5/5I've been using Vintage Build's Essential 3 in 1 BCAA's for about 5 months now. The first big win I noticed is it does not have sugar added. For me, having a super clean diet 7 days a week then using a workout supplement that has sugar is a tough pill to swallow. Vintage Build BCAAs do have stevia as the first ingredient in their formula, but its is much preferred to sugar. Having taken a BCAA for months with sugar (sucralose) - as the only form of sugar I have I soon develop cravings for more sugar. Something I tried to eliminate entirely. Vintage Builds BCAA's taste about as close to "Mixed Berries" as mixed berry flavor can taste, and doesn't leave a filmy aftertaste that some BCAA's do. Some pre-workouts, and BCAA's have a super sweet or "punchy" chemical taste (for lack of a better description). VB is the first product that literally tastes free from unnatural ingredients.Recovery: 5/5I do a combination of weight training and marathon running so I was happy to read that VB's formula is built around muscle quality (not quantity) and minimal recovery time with improved performance. My pattern over the past five months has been to use one and a half scoops with 12 -25 oz of water when I lift weights. Then I'll use another scoop later in the day with 12 oz of water. I typically lift 6 days a week. When I run I will mix two scoops with 30 oz of water and consume 15 minutes after my run. I run 4 days a week - one day being a long run day (13-26 miles).Two things to note since I've started using BCAA's - 1. its been a while since I've been muscle sore after a workout or run. 2. I'm not exhausted on the days I do long runs after my workout. In the past, I would have to stay out of the gym on my long run days. Also, with VB I have been able to run 24 hours after my long run and not feel muscle fatigue or slower performance in my legs.Muscle Definition: 5/5This is a tough area to rate. I do take other supplements and whey protein so its hard to see where the gains are with just this product. One thing is true - since taking VB I have had more endurance and faster recovery times which equates to spending less time recovering and more time training. This has directly affected my physique and I'm about as low in body fat percentage as I have ever been.I wanted to wait a few months before writing my review of this product since it can be difficult to make a real assessment in less time. Also, most athletes use BCAA's in conjunction with other workout supplements and noting gains might take more time. It's my experience that this BCAA has been a great compliment to my workout / training schedule and I have already had a Marathon personal record (Boston Qualified in Nov '14) since being on it and am lifting as much/more than I ever have been. Which is tough for runners to lift heavy since we lose so much weight/muscle running long distances. If taken at value - Old Schools motto of muscle quality over quantity seems to hold true here.If you follow the usage directions and workout and/or train aggressively you will go through 1 container in about a month. I'm on my 4th order of VB (since the 5 months ago I started) and would invest in a larger size container for more if it were available. With that said, I have not had a negative experience with this product, and their customer service is top-notch. Eric at Old School checks in with me regularly after I order this BCAA to see how I like it.Old School has developed a good/clean product in their BCAA and athletes who like a natural product should definitely check this out.I'm eager to see what other products Old School Labs will be putting out and will be ordering their 3-in-1 BCAA formula again.

I use Vintage Build 3-in-1 Essential Muscle Builder (BCAA powder) pretty much daily, during workouts and recovery. I find it boost my energy while training and helps me recover. For recovery, I also include a scoop of collagen. I actually like the lemon-lime flavor (haven't tried the berry, sticking with what I like). Also like there is no sugar or artificial flavors. I'm not usually a fan of the taste of stevia, but find this product tastes good. I feel like I get an energy boost and recover faster when taking BCAA's, but can't say scientifically. I like the addition of Creatine, supposedly helps hydration at the cellular level. Malic acid, though listed as an inert ingredient, may also have health benefits. I have no gut or digestion issues, or gas, associated with using this product. At one to two scoops daily, it's likely not a significant source of protein, but I’ve sworn by high-quality BCAA's in water while working out to increase my stamina, particularly while bicycling. From the ingredients listed, and the reputation, Vintage Build seems to be one of the better products out there. I’m very satisfied with my first bottle and plan to buy more. Update: Tried the berry flavor on my 2nd purchase and not as satisfied with the berry flavor. Berry flavor is just OK, not great (or all that bad, a little chalky tasting, but perfectly drinkable). For my taste, I like the lemon-lime, and just re-ordered more.

I started a bulking phase stacking the Old School Labs "Blast" formula and "Build" formula. I was impressed by the reviews online and their commitment to clean products. I put on about 4 pounds in the first week using the stack, also mixing in my own casein protein before bed. The results have been great so far. My workouts are efficient and I have tons of energy. The taste is fairly sweet, but manageable. The "Build" product specifically, with its' creatine, BCAA, and glutamine mixture has helped my recovery time and muscle hardness. I am also attributing the weight gain to the creatine and protein combination. I tend to have GI issues whenever taking supplements like these, but have not experienced any issues w/ Old School Labs. There may be other products out there that are less expensive, but between the early results and "clean" commitment by the company, I will continue to use.