Grenade
Jaffa Quake - Chocolate Orange Protein Bar
TL:DR
In 2 Sentences
A triple‑layer, chocolate‑orange bar that tastes like a candy treat yet packs 21 grams of protein and ultra‑low sugar, backed by an athlete‑friendly reputation (the range is widely Informed Sport certified).
When to choose Grenade Jaffa Quake - Chocolate Orange Protein Bar
Sweet‑tooth lifters, commuters, and anyone who wants a dessert‑like bar post‑workout or as an afternoon hold‑over without a big sugar hit—assuming you’re cool with dairy, soy, and sugar alcohols.
What's in the Grenade bar?
Grenade’s Jaffa Quake leans on a classic dairy trio—milk protein, calcium caseinate, and whey—then folds in some soy protein and a touch of bovine collagen to land 21 grams of protein (well above average) without a heavy calorie tag.
Carbs skew engineered rather than from whole grains or fruit, using maltitol, polydextrose, and glycerol to build sweetness and texture while keeping sugars low. Fat stays modest and comes from a maltitol‑sweetened milk‑chocolate coating (with cocoa butter) plus small amounts of refined soybean and sunflower oils.
As for the chocolate‑orange personality: cocoa, milk chocolate, natural flavorings, a squeeze of citric brightness, and warm orange hues from beta‑carotene and lycopene do the lifting.
- Protein
- 21 g
- Fat
- 7 g
- Carbohydrates
- 20 g
- Sugar
- 1 g
- Calories
- 204
Protein
2115HIGHThis bar gets its 21 grams of protein chiefly from a dairy blend—milk protein, calcium caseinate, and whey—supported by smaller amounts of soy protein and bovine collagen peptides. Casein and whey provide complete, highly digestible amino acids (whey fast, casein slow), while soy is also complete; collagen helps texture and the protein tally but is incomplete on its own. Net: a high‑protein bar built mostly on familiar dairy proteins.
Fat
79MIDThe 7 grams of fat come from a mix of cocoa butter in the maltitol‑sweetened milk‑chocolate coating, small amounts of refined soybean and sunflower oils, and a little dairy fat from the coating’s milk powder. That’s a blend of mostly unsaturated seed oils with cocoa butter’s more saturated fat—modest overall, though it relies on refined oils rather than nuts or olive oil.
Carbs
2020MIDMost of the 20 grams of carbs are crafted rather than whole‑food based: maltitol (a sugar alcohol) for sweetness, polydextrose (a low‑calorie fiber) for bulk, and glycerol for moisture, with a bit of refined tapioca starch in the soy crisps. This combo typically yields steadier energy than sugar‑heavy bars—especially with the protein—but sugar alcohols and synthetic fibers can bother sensitive stomachs if you stack servings.
Sugar
14MIDSugar is low at 1.4 grams because sweetness comes primarily from sugar alcohols (maltitol) and a tiny dose of an artificial sweetener (sucralose), with only small natural sugars from dairy. That keeps sugars down without tasting flat, but if you’re sensitive to sugar alcohols, watch portions or pair it with a meal.
Calories
204210MIDAt 204 calories, energy is split mainly between protein and a reduced‑calorie carb system: roughly 84 calories from protein, about 60 from fat, and the rest from maltitol/polydextrose/glycerol and a touch of starch. Using lower‑calorie sweeteners keeps the total moderate for the amount of protein you get.
Vitamins & Minerals
There’s no added vitamin blend; any micronutrients are naturally coming from ingredients. Expect small amounts of calcium and phosphorus from the milk proteins, a touch of vitamin E from sunflower oil, and trace minerals from cocoa—helpful, but not the headline here.
Additives
You’ll see functional additives doing specific jobs: maltitol and sucralose for sweetness, polydextrose for low‑calorie bulk, glycerol to keep it soft, soy lecithin to emulsify, potassium chloride for salty taste, citric acid for brightness, and natural colors for the orange cue. They create a stable, low‑sugar chocolate‑orange bar—but it’s clearly a processed recipe rather than a short‑list, whole‑food bar.
Ingredient List
Cow's milk
Cow's milk casein
Cow's milk whey byproduct
Cow’s milk or cream
Cow's milk
Ground roasted cocoa bean nibs
Sugar cane and sugar beet
Cattle hides, bones, connective tissue
Vegetable oils and animal fats
glucose
What are people saying?
Sources
Range
“Recently, Grenade (protein bar brand) have released an official Oreo flavoured protein bar. It's absolutely incredible. Tastes like a full-fat Oreo dessert with 50g or more of sugar, but only has 1g. I can't tell at all that it's a workout/diet bar. Has no weird aftertaste. Just tastes like what you'd expect a chewy Twinkie/Cadbury bar to taste like.”
“These are SO GOOD! Only protein bar I don’t suddenly find disgusting when I’m half way through the box”
“Probably a top 3 protein bar honestly. Great macros, low sugar, amazing variety of flavors which taste like an actual candy bar.”
Main Praise
Taste and texture lead the fan mail. Across Reddit and roundups, people keep comparing Grenade’s bars to candy—layered, coated, and actually fun to eat—rather than the usual brick of whey.
Several flavors are called out as standouts (Oreo gets the loudest applause, with White Chocolate Salted Peanut not far behind), and the variety helps fend off flavor fatigue. The macro profile is a big win: roughly 204 calories for 21 grams of protein with very little sugar is efficient for recovery or a snack window.
Reviewers also note the mixed textures—crispies, nougat, and chocolate—mask the “protein” vibe better than most. Media reviews echo the chorus, with The Independent and The Standard both praising the indulgent taste for the low sugar, and nodding to Grenade’s athlete‑minded credentials.
Main Criticism
Not everyone is smitten. A few users find certain flavors too chewy or chalky—one memorable detractor called it “chewy talcum powder.
” Another recurring note: not all flavors are equal, with some labeled average or forgettable compared to the headliners. The low‑sugar sorcery relies on sugar alcohols and manufactured fiber, which can cause GI grumbles if you’re sensitive or stack bars.
There are also isolated reports of oral itchiness—rare but worth noting for the allergy‑prone. And if you’re chasing a dead‑ringer for a classic cookie or authentic Jaffa cake, your taste buds may call out the imitation.
The Middle Ground
So which is it: top‑three bar or chewy disappointment? The truth lives in the style choices.
This is a confectionery‑inspired, engineered bar: milk protein at the core, a little soy and collagen for structure, and sweetness pulled mostly from sugar alcohols rather than fruit or honey. That recipe nails a candy‑bar illusion that many love, but it also explains the denser chew and occasional stomach pushback.
If you’re sugar‑alcohol sensitive, you’ll want to pace yourself or pick another bar.
If you like chocolate‑orange and enjoy a layered bite, Jaffa Quake is likely to land in your personal top tier; if that flavor isn’t your thing, Grenade’s lineup is broad enough that another flavor might change your mind.
As one Redditor quipped after a skeptical start, “Nvm, I’m on my 6th bar now”—taste can be a slow burn. Or in this case, a slow chew.
What's the bottom line?
Grenade’s Jaffa Quake is a dessert‑leaning protein bar that largely delivers on its promise: 21 grams of protein, about 204 calories, and barely any sugar, wrapped in a genuinely indulgent, chocolate‑orange experience. It’s built for the person who wants the feel of a candy bar without the sugar swing, and it’s especially handy after training or as a late‑afternoon life preserver. It’s not a whole‑food bar, and it doesn’t pretend to be: sweetness comes from sugar alcohols and polydextrose, which some stomachs won’t love.
You’ll also need to be fine with dairy and soy, and okay with the occasional flavor miss among the lineup. But if you’re in the target lane—craving treat‑like protein with disciplined macros—Jaffa Quake sits near the front of the pack. 4g sugar—great if you tolerate sugar alcohols and like chocolate‑orange.