Written by Rachel Orriss, Herbalife Nutrition Coach | Updated August 2026
Dairy Based Protein Drinks, and What Actually Declares Milk
Dairy based protein is the default in this category. Knowing which products actually declare milk saves guessing from the flavour name.
Protein Drink Mix, Rebuild Strength, High Protein Iced Coffee, Beta heart, Protein Bake Mix and the protein bars all declare milk on their UK labels. Rebuild Strength carries the most protein at 25 g a serving.
Rachel Orriss is a Herbalife Nutrition Coach based in the UK. Every figure on this page comes from the product label or from this shop's own price list. Always read the current label before you buy, because formulations change.
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Everything that declares milk
| Product | Protein | Also declares | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein Drink Mix (PDM) 588g | 15 g | Soy | £1.47 |
| Rebuild Strength Chocolate 1000g | 25 g | May contain soy and egg | £2.14 |
| High Protein Iced Coffee Latte Macchiato 308g | 15 g | Nothing further | £2.43 |
| Beta heart® Vanilla 229g | Not stated | Oat, may contain gluten | £0.73 |
| Protein Bake Mix | Not stated | Oat, egg and wheat | £1.45 |
| Protein Bars, Choose Your Flavour (14 bars per box) | Not stated | Soy and almonds | £1.44 |
Rebuild Strength states the most protein of the set at 25 g a serving. It is also the dearest per serving at £2.14.
Cost against protein
Protein Drink Mix works out near 10p per gram of protein. Rebuild Strength is close to 9p per gram, which makes the dearer tub the better ratio.
High Protein Iced Coffee states 15 g of protein and 80 calories, plus 80 mg of caffeine per serving. That caffeine matters if you already drink coffee.
Beta heart states 25 calories and 3 g of fibre per serving. It is a small addition to a drink rather than a drink in itself.
There is more detail on the best value herbalife protein drink mix uk 2026: complete guide page.
Where dairy based helps and where it does not
Dairy based mixes tend to be the cheaper per gram of protein in this range. That is the practical argument for them.
They rule themselves out if you avoid milk, and several declare a second allergen as well. Protein Bake Mix declares milk, oat, egg and wheat together.
If you need to avoid milk
Protein Drink Mix Vegan and Tri Blend Select both avoid milk. The vegan mix declares soy, and Tri Blend Select declares oat.
Neither is a match for someone avoiding soy and oat as well. In that case food sources are the sensible route.
Key points
- Protein Drink Mix, Rebuild Strength, High Protein Iced Coffee, Beta heart, Protein Bake Mix and the bars declare milk.
- Rebuild Strength states 25 g of protein, the most of the set.
- Rebuild Strength is close to 9p per gram of protein, the best ratio here.
- High Protein Iced Coffee also carries 80 mg of caffeine per serving.
- Protein Bake Mix declares milk, oat, egg and wheat together.
Frequently asked questions
Which Herbalife protein drinks contain milk?
Protein Drink Mix, Rebuild Strength, High Protein Iced Coffee, Beta heart, Protein Bake Mix and the protein bars all declare milk on the UK labels.
Which has the most protein per serving?
Rebuild Strength states 25 g per serving. Protein Drink Mix and High Protein Iced Coffee both state 15 g.
Is dairy based cheaper per gram of protein?
In this range, yes. Rebuild Strength works out near 9p per gram and Protein Drink Mix near 10p.
Does the iced coffee contain caffeine?
Yes. The UK fact sheet states 80 mg of caffeine, 15 g of protein and 80 calories per serving.
What should I use if I avoid milk?
Protein Drink Mix Vegan or Tri Blend Select. The vegan mix declares soy and Tri Blend Select declares oat.
Sources
Where to go next
- Protein Drinks Without Whey or Milk: UK Options
- Protein Intake Calculator UK: Count Your Daily Grams
- Low Sugar Meal Replacement Shakes: What Labels Show
- Best Value Herbalife Protein Drink Mix UK 2026: Complete Guide
- Herbalife Protein Drink Mix (PDM) UK 2026: Complete Guide
- PDM Or Vegan PDM: Which Protein Drink Mix Should You Buy?
- Herbalife Protein Drink Mix UK Guide, What PDM Is and Whether You Need It
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