Best vegan protein shakes in the UK
Ready-to-drink vegan shakes cost far more per gram of protein than powder, but they win on convenience for commutes and gym bags. Look for 20g+ protein, under 5g of sugar, and added B12 and iron — the two nutrients vegetarian and vegan diets most often run short on.
What matters when you're choosing
- Compare price per 20g protein against making a powder shake at home; the gap is usually three to four times.
- Chilled shakes taste markedly better than ambient ones — check storage before you bulk buy.
- Watch total calories if you are using shakes as a snack rather than a meal.
Our picks, scored independently
Rare Tea Company
Rare Tea Company Lost Malawi Souchong Loose Leaf (50g)
Rare Tea Company's Lost Malawi Souchong is a sophisticated, smoke-dried black tea sourced directly from the oldest tea estate in Malawi, offering unparalleled ethical transparency.
Minor Figures
Minor Figures Oat Milk Barista Edition
Minor Figures Oat Milk Barista Edition is a carbon-neutral, B Corp certified plant milk specifically designed for coffee lovers seeking professional microfoam at home.
The Tofu Co.
Island Tofu - Extra Firm Organic Tofu (Block)
The Tofu Co. Island Tofu is a Soil Association Organic plant protein that offers a superior extra-firm texture for British home cooks seeking a sustainable, UK-made meat alternative.
The Tofu Company
Island Tofu - Smoked Organic Tofu
Island Tofu Smoked Organic Tofu by The Tofu Company offers an award-winning, beech-smoked vegan protein source that is Soil Association organic and handmade in the United Kingdom.
Minor Figures
Minor Figures Oat Milk - Barista Edition (Case of 6)
Minor Figures Barista Oat Milk is a B Corp certified, carbon-neutral dairy alternative designed specifically for coffee lovers who value sustainability and foam quality.
The Tofu Co
Island Tofu Smoked Organic Tofu
Island Tofu Smoked Organic Tofu by The Tofu Co is a premium vegan protein offering a deep, natural beechwood smoke flavour with outstanding ethical and organic credentials.
The Tofu Co.
Island Tofu - Extra Firm
The Island Tofu - Extra Firm by The Tofu Co. is a premium, Soil Association organic plant protein offering exceptional texture and zero-waste packaging for UK cooks.
Minor Figures
Minor Figures Oat Milk Barista Style
Minor Figures Oat Milk Barista Style is a creamy, carbon-neutral dairy alternative engineered for coffee lovers, featuring B Corp certification and a 100% vegan recipe.
The Vivo Life Whole Meal Replacement - Vanilla is a premium, plant-based nutritionally complete shake offering 20g of protein and 22 essential vitamins for UK eco-conscious consumers.
Bird & Blend Tea Co.
Bird & Blend Tea Co. Rhubarb & Custard Loose Leaf Tea (50g)
Bird & Blend Rhubarb & Custard Loose Leaf Tea is a nostalgic, vegan-friendly Rooibos blend from a UK indie brand, perfect for caffeine-free dessert lovers.
Minor Figures
Minor Figures Barista Oat M*lk
Minor Figures Barista Oat M*lk is a premium, B Corp certified plant milk that delivers perfect microfoam for coffee, making it the top choice for UK home baristas.
Huel Powder v3.0 is a nutritionally complete vanilla meal replacement shake offering 26 essential vitamins and minerals for balanced UK plant-based nutrition.
Common questions
Are protein shakes suitable for vegetarians?
Whey-based shakes are vegetarian but not vegan. Plant blends suit both, and avoid the dairy bloating some people get from whey concentrate.
Can a shake replace a meal?
Only if it is formulated as a meal replacement with fibre, fats and micronutrients. A plain protein shake is a snack, not a meal.