Superfood drink blends are rocketing in popularity. They’re a great way to conveniently get a broad spectrum of nutrients and digestive enzymes. From nutrient intake to gut health, they have a variety of benefits. But not all superfood supplements are made the same. In the past, we’ve recommended other greens drinks, such as Athletic Greens, as cornerstones of a well-rounded diet. However, I recently tried Swolverine’s Greens+Reds supplement and was quite impressed. In this review, I’ll explain what I like about this supplement and its drawbacks and let you know whether or not I recommend it.

How Does Swolverine’s Greens & Reds Drink Taste?

Swolverine’s Greens & Reds drink only comes in the flavor “natural orange.” You’d be wrong if you’re reading that and anticipating something sickly sweet like orange-flavored candy or sports drinks. I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor of the drink. Overall, the flavor is quite subtle and slightly sweet. The flavor is comparable to a sweetened citrus tea and almost has a hint of mintiness (which I suspect comes from the chlorella in it). As far as green drinks and superfood drinks are concerned, this is one of my favorite flavors.  Rather than having to chug it quickly or brace for impact, once I mix it up, I don’t mind drinking the glass over the course of my lunch break or while I’m getting ready in the morning.

How Easily Does Swolverine’s Greens & Reds Supplement Mix With Water?

A common pain point with superfood drinks is that they can be quite gritty. Many of these supplements’ ingredients are either insoluble or only dissolve with concerted effort. On that front, I would say that Swolverine’s Greens & Reds is on par with other supplements, such as Organifi, and perhaps a little bit better than supplements like Athletic Greens or Amazing Grass. If you drop a scoop into a cup of cold water and only shake or stir for a few seconds, you’ll still have some chunks and have to contend with clumping at the bottom of the glass. I’ve found that using a Blender Bottle or similar is best for getting everything distributed and avoiding unappetizing chunks. If you do prefer to stir with a spoon, it still dissolves well enough to do so– I would recommend letting it settle after the first few seconds of stirring and then stirring for a few more seconds.

How Nutritious is Swolverine’s Greens & Reds mix?

One of the things I love about the Greens & Reds blend is that you can see the full nutritional label right on their website (shown below); on that label, you see something incredibly rare for supplement companies. … are you ready for it? The Greens & Reds supplement does not contain any proprietary blends! To get you up to speed on why that’s a big deal: proprietary blends are often a way to disguise how much you’re getting of specific supplements, or they’re used to mask the quality of the ingredients you’re getting. Some brands, like AminoCo, are transparent about their blends and can back them up with research, but that’s not the norm. The fact that Swolverine does not use proprietary blends in this supplement makes me quite happy. Aside from the lack of proprietary blends, I’d say that the nutritional value in this is pretty decent across the board. The vitamins and trace minerals it includes are vital for overall health and can be tricky to get unless you have an incredibly well-rounded diet. Notably, most of these nutrients are included at percent daily values under 100%, meaning that you can’t rely upon this supplement for the entirety of the well-roundedness of your diet. It also omits a few key nutrients I would love to see, such as Vitamins D and K (though both D and K are fat-soluble vitamins, so I don’t know how stable they’d be in a powder form anyway). Despite this, what is included is quite good, and it should be assumed that you’re treating supplements as a boost to your nutritional intake and not your only source of dietary well-roundedness. Plus, I feel like the Greens & Reds supplement shines in its inclusion of various greens and other plant-based elements. Wheatgrass, chlorella, and spirulina are all nutrient-dense greens high in vitamins and antioxidants and can help function as prebiotics. Similarly, beets, chia seeds, and turmeric have been shown to improve athletic performance, heart health, and reduced inflammation. I’m less familiar with bilberry fruit and the benefits of blueberry juice, pomegranate juice, and black pepper extract. Still, in this blend, I anticipate that they lend flavor and added antioxidants– as fruits and berries are generally due- and likely contribute to overall digestive health. Some precursory searching also suggests that, while still understudied, there may be some research to suggest that bilberry can also contribute to reducing inflammation and improving cardiovascular endurance.

How Much Does Swolverine’s Greens & Reds Cost?

Here’s the kicker. This supplement only costs $49.99, but you can save 15% if you set up a recurring order instead of ordering it as a one-off. That is amazing. For comparison, my previously-highest rated greens supplement, Athletic Greens, comes in at a whopping $117 (plus shipping and handling) per 30 days. For that price, you could double up on scoops of Swolverine and still have a few dollars left over. To me, this makes Swolverine very attractive. I eat a well-rounded diet and use supplements like this as a way of filling nutritional gaps and helping out my gut health. I’m also quite frugal and don’t like unnecessary or grand expenses. Committing approximately $50 per month to a supplement instead of nearly $120 is much more sustainable and doesn’t make me regret reaching for my credit card.

Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for a Greens (or Reds!) supplement, I highly recommend giving Swolverine’s a try. I have been incredibly happy with the flavor and quality of the product, and for what you’re getting, you can’t beat that price! Plus, the people at Swolverine with whom I’ve interacted have all been fantastic. Before investing in a product and recommending it to my readers, I want to know more about the business I’m endorsing. I wouldn’t feel comfortable recommending a product if I didn’t think the people behind it were trustworthy, and the gang at Swolverine has earned a thumbs-up from me. I’ll be trying out more of their products in the near future and will report back with new reviews once I try those. As far as superfood supplements are concerned, this one is worth a try!