BIO Whey Protein Coconut AlpenPower in Paris: organic whey protein from the Alps

One kilo of organic whey protein concentrate, about thirty-three servings of thirty grams. The powder contains 79 g of protein per 100 g, placing it in the upper range of concentrates on the market. One serving provides about 24 g of protein for 120 kcal.

The rest is split between 5.8 g of fat and 3.5 g of carbohydrates per hundred grams. These values are for the plain version; flavoured versions vary slightly depending on added ingredients.

The flavour comes from dehydrated organic coconut. It’s bold without being overpowering, and pairs well with plant-based drinks — an almond or coconut drink accentuates the flavour’s character.

An alternative to the classic vanilla and chocolate for those who’ve grown tired of them.

AlpenPower is an Austrian brand based in Schärding, Upper Austria, just a few kilometres from the Bavarian border. The company Indiko GmbH has spent several years developing a protein range built around a simple principle: the fewest possible steps between the milk and the tub.

The milk comes from cows raised on pasture in the Alps, between Austria, Bavaria and South Tyrol. This origin is more than a presentation point — it shapes the whey’s profile, which is richer when the animals graze fresh alpine grass for much of the year.

The brand has made a choice rare in the sports nutrition world: no synthetic sweetener, no artificial flavouring. The flavours come from real organic ingredients (cocoa, coconut, caramel), giving powders a more subtle taste than the market average, but without the aftertaste of intense sweeteners.

Whey is a by-product of cheesemaking. Its transformation into protein powder can happen in two ways: hot, fast and cheap, or at low temperature, slower and more costly. AlpenPower chose the latter.

This has real consequences. Whey proteins are fragile molecules: above a certain heat threshold they denature, meaning they lose their structure. A heat-treated powder stays nutritious, but has lost some of its native fractions.

The only additive in the plain version is organic sunflower lecithin, present in small amounts. It acts as an emulsifier: without it, the powder would form lumps when mixed with liquid. It’s a plant-based ingredient, not a synthetic additive.

One serving is prepared with 250 to 300 ml of water or plant-based drink. With milk, the taste is rounder but the calorie content increases.

Timing matters less than often claimed. What counts is the total intake over the day. After training, as a snack or at breakfast — all three work.

As a general guideline, active people typically aim for around 1.2 to 1.6 g of protein per kilo of body weight per day, counting the whole diet. The powder complements, it doesn’t replace.

AlpenPower offers two families of whey protein, and the choice between them mostly comes down to your digestive tolerance.

The concentrate contains 79% protein. It retains some of the fat and lactose naturally present in whey. It’s the default choice: best value for money, complete profile, rounder taste.

The isolate rises to 90% protein. Intensive filtration removes most of the fat and lactose. It’s worth considering if you digest lactose poorly, or if you want to limit calories for a given protein intake. It costs noticeably more, though.

For most people, the concentrate works fine. The isolate becomes interesting in case of digestive discomfort with dairy.

Two certifications appear on the tubs: the European organic logo (the starred leaf) and the Austrian organic seal. The first imposes specifications common across the whole Union: no synthetic pesticides in animal feed, no GMOs, no preventive antibiotics.

The term Weidekühe — pasture-grazed cows — refers to a farming method where the animals spend the warm season outdoors, on alpine pastures. In practice, this means a grass-based diet rather than concentrated feed, which shows in the milk’s composition.

Each batch has a laboratory analysis certificate, available on request. We’re happy to send it to you if you’d like to check a specific point — protein content, absence of contaminants, amino acid profile.

Is this protein suitable if I digest milk poorly?

The concentrate still contains a small amount of lactose. If you have a confirmed intolerance, go for the isolate version, whose residual content is much lower. If in doubt, start with half a serving.

Can it be taken without doing sport?

Yes. Protein powder remains a food, not a product reserved for athletes. It helps when daily intake is hard to reach — reduced appetite, skipped meals, a less varied diet.

How long does an opened tub keep?

About three months under good conditions: tub well sealed, away from moisture and light, at room temperature. The powder’s main enemy is moisture, which causes clumping. Avoid storing it above a stove or near a sink.

Do you need a special shaker?

A standard shaker is enough. Always pour the liquid before the powder, never the other way round — otherwise the powder sticks to the bottom and forms a hard-to-dissolve lump. Twenty seconds of shaking is enough.

Can it be used other than as a drink?

Yes, and it’s actually a good use for the plain version. It can be mixed into yoghurt, porridge, pancake batter or a smoothie. Just be careful with cooking: above seventy degrees, the proteins coagulate and the texture changes.