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You finish a session in a warm gym, sweat still running, and a thick milky shake is the last thing you want. A cold can goes down easier. That's the gap Vitalix Aqua Protein 25 was made for.
Here's the short answer. Aqua Protein 25 is a ready-to-drink protein water in a 473 ml can. The can says 100 calories, zero sugar, zero fat and zero lactose. Its 25 g of protein comes from 20 g of bovine collagen plus 5 g of glutamine. It's a light, cold protein top-up. It won't replace a meal, or a whey shake if building muscle is your main goal. The rest of this guide explains why, and who it suits.
What's in one can
We copied these numbers straight from the supplement facts panel on the Sour Cherry can. One can is one serving.
| Per can (473 ml) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Bovine collagen | 20 g |
| Glutamine | 5 g |
| Betaine anhydrous | 150 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 5 mcg |
| Calories | 100 |
| Sugar, fat, lactose | 0 |
The other ingredients are purified water, colour, sucralose, flavour, citric acid, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate. Sucralose is the sweetener, which is how it tastes sweet with no sugar. There's no milk in it, so it's closer to flavoured water than to a shake.
Where the 25 g comes from
The 25 g on the front is the 20 g of collagen and the 5 g of glutamine added together. Both count as protein, but it helps to know what kind you're getting.
Collagen is the protein in your skin, tendons and connective tissue. It dissolves easily in water, which is why protein waters use it. It's also low in some essential amino acids and has no tryptophan at all, so it isn't a complete protein. Glutamine is a single amino acid that your body also makes on its own.
In practice, one can is a handy way to add protein to your day, but it shouldn't be your only source. If muscle gain is the goal, get most of your protein from meals with meat, fish, eggs, dairy or beans, and treat the can as a top-up.
When a can makes sense
- 🏋️ After training, when you're thirsty but not hungry and a shake feels heavy.
- 💼 At work between meals. A cold can is easier than a shaker bottle you have to wash.
- 🥛 If milk-based shakes don't agree with you. The can says zero lactose.
- ☀️ On hot days, when you'd rather drink something cold than eat.
Keep a few in the fridge. It's better cold, and in UAE heat a warm can of anything is a hard sell.
Who should skip it
Aqua Protein 25 isn't for everyone, and we'd rather say so up front.
- 🤰 Pregnant or breastfeeding women. The can says pregnant women must consult a doctor first, and the product page says it isn't suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- 🧒 Anyone under 16, as the product page warns.
- 💪 People who want the most protein per can. Aqua Protein 35 has more, and our Aqua Protein 25 vs 35 comparison goes through the differences.
- 🥤 Anyone who already drinks a protein shake every day and likes it. You don't need both.
Flavours and price
At the time of writing (November 2026), a pack of 12 cans costs AED 139, which works out at about AED 11.58 a can. Every flavour is the same price.
The flavours in stock right now are Sour Cherry, the one in the photo above, Pink Lemonade, Mojito and Forest Berry. Passion Fruit Mango and Pina Colada are sold out at the moment. If you like tart flavours, Sour Cherry and Pink Lemonade are the obvious place to start.
Some gyms and shops stock it too. Our where to buy page lists the shops that sell our brands, town by town.
How to drink it
One can is one serving. Drink it cold, after training or between meals. Don't go over the recommended daily intake, and don't use it in place of proper meals. It's a supplement, so it works best on top of a normal diet.
Shop Aqua Protein 25 Sour Cherry or see the full Aqua Protein range.
Frequently asked questions
How much protein is in Aqua Protein 25?
The can says 25 g: 20 g of bovine collagen plus 5 g of glutamine in each 473 ml can.
Is Aqua Protein 25 lactose free?
Yes. The can says zero lactose, and there's no milk in the ingredients.
Does Aqua Protein 25 have sugar?
No. The can says zero sugar. It's sweetened with sucralose.
How many calories are in a can of Aqua Protein 25?
100 calories per 473 ml can.
Where can I buy Aqua Protein 25 in the UAE?
Order it online from ultramade.com in packs of 12, or check our where to buy page for a shop near you.
Aqua Protein 25 is a food supplement, not a medicine. It isn't suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women or anyone under 16. Ask a doctor first if you take medication or have a medical condition.
