Short answer: Clear whey and regular whey are both whey protein. The big difference is how they drink. Clear whey is a light, juice-like drink in fruity flavors. Regular whey is a creamy, milkshake-style shake. Wellah has both, and each gives you 20g of whey isolate per serving. Protein helps support muscle growth when paired with strength training, so pick the one you'll enjoy.[1],[2]
Some days you want a milkshake. Some days a milkshake after a sweaty workout sounds like a punishment. That's basically this whole debate.
Clear whey vs. regular whey at a glance
- Texture: clear whey is thin and crisp like juice; regular whey is creamy and thick.
- Flavors: clear whey goes fruity (think Blue Hawaii, Fruit Punch); regular whey goes classic (vanilla, chocolate).
- Protein per serving: 20g of protein isolate in Wellah Clear Whey; 20g of grass-fed whey isolate in Wellah Grass-Fed Whey.
- Mix with: clear whey with cold water; regular whey with water, milk, smoothies or iced coffee.
- Extras: Grass-Fed Whey adds a prebiotic blend, probiotic blend and enzyme blend.
Does one build more muscle?
Research on protein and training looks at getting enough total protein, not at clear vs. creamy.[1],[2] Protein supplements help support gains in muscle size and strength when you do resistance training.[2] So the "winner" is the one you'll drink regularly.
Who should pick clear whey?
- You find creamy shakes heavy, especially after a hot workout.
- You'd rather sip something that tastes like lemonade.
- You want a cold, refreshing afternoon drink.
Clear Whey Protein (10 servings) comes in Blue Hawaii, Raspberry Lemonade, Fruit Punch, Strawberry Watermelon, Peach Pineapple, Blue Raspberry, Strawberry Piña Colada and Midnight Margarita. Found your flavor? Clear Whey Protein (20 servings) comes in Fruit Punch, Raspberry Lemonade, Strawberry Piña Colada, Blue Hawaii and Blue Raspberry. More on clear whey in our what is clear whey protein guide.
Who should pick regular whey?
- You love a creamy, dessert-style shake.
- You blend protein into smoothies, oats or iced coffee.
- You want pre and probiotic blends in the same scoop.
Grass-Fed Whey Protein + Pre & Probiotics comes in Vanilla, Dark Chocolate, Strawberries And Cream, Milk Chocolate and Chocolate Pumpkin Spice. It's naturally sweetened with stevia. Read more in our grass-fed whey guide.
Can you have both?
Absolutely. Plenty of people keep clear whey for post-workout and creamy whey for smoothies. Variety keeps the habit fun. Browse everything in the protein collection.
FAQ
Is clear whey the same as regular whey?
Both are whey protein. Clear whey is made into a light, juice-like drink, while regular whey makes a creamy shake.
How much protein is in Wellah Clear Whey?
Each serving has 20g of protein isolate. Check the Supplement Facts on the product page for full details.
Can I mix clear whey with milk?
Clear whey is made to mix with cold water for a light, juice-like drink. For creamy shakes with milk, regular whey is the better fit.
Which is better for muscle?
Research focuses on getting enough total protein alongside strength training, not on clear vs. regular whey. Pick the one you'll drink consistently.
This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor before starting any new supplement, especially if you are pregnant or nursing, have a health condition, or take medication.
References
- Jäger R, et al. ISSN position stand: protein and exercise. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2017.
- Morton RW, et al. A systematic review, meta-analysis and meta-regression of the effect of protein supplementation on resistance training-induced gains in muscle mass and strength in healthy adults. Br J Sports Med. 2018.
