A tall glass of thick chocolate milkshake with a side of burger and fries. As kids AND adults, this combination is nothing short of heaven.
Burger and fries aside, we got your milkshake woes sorted. For our chocolate milkshake brands in India review, we put seven brands to the test to find the tastiest, creamiest one. Two intensive tastings later, we titled Epigamia Chocolate Milkshake the winner.
Was it the creaminess or the flavor of chocolate? Find out below.
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Quick Comparison of Chocolate Milkshake Brands
Our Review Factors
What are we looking for? We are looking for the tastiest chocolate shake with a well rounded chocolate flavor and sweetness. Yes, consistency and mouthfeel are prominent parameters but we weren’t looking for a thick café-style milkshake. Having said that, these shouldn’t be watery either. The milkshakes should be creamy and have a milky consistency. Although ingredients and nutrition weren’t primary deciding factors, a clean list will definitely help push the brand towards the top position.
Following are the parameters we set for this best chocolate milkshake review-
1. Taste
Are the chocolate flavors and sweetness in sync? Or does one overpower the other? Does the milkshake taste fresh? Was there a stale aftertaste, like that of milk gone bad? Did the sweetness taste artificial or synthetic? Was the flavor of chocolate appetizing or industrial?
2. Consistency And Mouthfeel
Was the milkshake thick and creamy? Did it have a smooth texture or was it grainy? Watered down? Was the consistency even throughout? Does it have a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.
Which brand had the upper hand here?
3. Other Parameters
- Nutri Label – The type of milk and sweetener used were key sub-parameters. Does one serving fulfill the daily requirement of calcium and other minerals, vitamins? Is the sugar content balanced or too high? What about calories and macronutrients?
- Price – Is the milkshake priced competitively?
- Packaging – Travel friendly? Tetra pack or bottle? Does it come with a straw?
Best Chocolate Milkshakes Brands – Detailed Review
Our detailed experience with the contenders has been explained in brief in the following section.
1. Epigamia Chocolate Milkshake
Our Experience
Epigamia Chocolate Milkshake, hands down, was the tastiest among all contenders.
This had a smooth mouthfeel with a balanced consistency. Epigamia Chocolate Milkshake was neither too thick and heavy, nor did it feel watered down.
Coming to the taste, this was supremely fresh. It struck an impressive balance between sweetness and the flavor of chocolate. The milkiness combined with the intensity of chocolate tasted TOP NOTCH. To add to this, the sweetness was neither overpowering, nor synthetic-tasting.
Product Details
This comes in a premium-looking tetra pack that had brown and black graphics. There was a straw attached to the pack. 180 ml of this milkshake is priced at Rs 40/- with a shelf life of nine months. Skimmed milk (80%), Water, Sugar, Milk solids, Cocoa powder (1.5%), Emulsifier and stabilizer (INS471, INS407, INS412) Acidity regulator (INS339 (ii)), Nature identical flavoring substances (chocolate), Edible common salt, Vitamin A and Vitamin D are the ingredients used.
This offers 144 Kcal with 27 grams of sugar and 6 grams of protein.
- Tastiest packaged chocolate milkshake
- Fresh taste
- Balanced sweetness
- Rich flavor of chocolate
- Smooth consistency
Kids or adults, if you’re on the go and have a sudden craving for chocolate milkshake, Epigamia Chocolate milkshake is the one you should go for.
2. Cavins Chocolate Milkshake
Our Experience
While Epigamia was the best-tasting contender, Cavins Chocolate Milkshake had the most desirable consistency. This was not the thickest, but it was the smoothest and richest of all the seven. Primarily, it was the creamy mouthfeel that had Cavins scoring 4 on 5 Mishrys.
Taste-wise, although we liked the balanced sweetness, the flavor of chocolate felt artificial. This also transferred into the aftertaste which brought down the experience.
Product Details
One pack holds 200 ml of the milkshake and is priced at Rs 40/- It has a shelf life of nine months. The main ingredients are toned milk (86%), sugar, cocoa solids (1.4%). This also uses Flavor (Nature identical flavoring substances), Stabilisers (INS 415, 412, 407), Sequestrant (INS451(i)), Iodised salt, Mineral and Vitamin premix (Zinc, Vitamin A and D).
One pack offers 215 Kcal with 6 grams of protein and 33 grams of sugar.
3. Britannia Winkin Cow Chocolate Thick Milkshake
Our Experience
Providing complete justice to the tag, this was one of the two thickest chocolate milkshakes we reviewed. The consistency was smooth, there were no lumps or graininess. That being said, it was not the most decadent experience as the flavor profile was dominant on milkiness than the flavor of chocolate. The sugar added was way more than required, leading to an overly sweet milkshake.
Product Details
This is available in PET bottles as well as tetra packs. 180 ml is priced at Rs 35/- and has a shelf life of six months. The main ingredients are Double toned milk, Sugar, Water, Cocoa solids (1.4%), Emulsifiers and stabilizers (471, 415, 412 & 407), Nature identical & artificial (vanilla) flavoring substances, Acidity regulator (339ii) and Iodised salt.
180 ml offers 196 Kcal with 29 grams of sugar and 7.2 grams of protein.
4. Dark Fantasy Chocolate Shake
Our Experience
The flavor of Sunfeast Dark Fantasy Chocolate Shake was contrasting. It had an intense aroma and flavor of dark chocolate. However, the sweetness was a tad bit over the top. We could also sense the graininess of cocoa on the palate. It had a thick consistency, but overall, we did not really like the mouthfeel.
Product Details
This had the deepest brown hue, as suggested by the name. A 180 ml bottle is priced at Rs 40/- with a nine-month shelf life. This is made with toned milk (80.5%), water, cocoa solids (1.32%). It also contains Nature identical flavoring substances, Stabiliers (INS 407 and 412), Emulsifier (mono and diglycerides of fatty acids from palm oil), Belgian chocolate (0.1%), Emulsifier (Lecithin from soybean and natural flavors and natural flavoring substances, Artificial flavoring substances (Chocolate, vanilla), Acidity regulators (INS 339(iii)) and Iodised salt.
Nutritional values per 180 ml are 196 Kcal with 5.4 grams of protein and 30.6 grams of sugar.
5. Hershey’s Chocolate Flavour Milkshake
Our Experience
If we had to describe this milkshake in a word, it would be ‘mediocre’. Although this is a thick milkshake with a creamy mouthfeel, the flavor of chocolate isn’t as fresh or bold as our winner. It wasn’t too bad, neither was it great. The sweetness was much higher than average. Another drawback was its synthetic smell of cocoa.
Product Details
180 ml of this milkshake is offered in a tetra pack, priced at Rs 40/- with a shelf life of 10 months. The ingredients used are Water, Milk solids (11%), Sugar, Cocoa solids (0.75%), Mineral (calcium carbonate), Emulsifier (460i, 466, 471), Flavors (Nature identical flavoring substances), Sequestrant (339 ii), Thickener (415, 407), Edible common salt, Mineral (Zinc sulfate), Vitamin E (Acetate), Vitamin A(Acetate), Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol),Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride), And Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin).
It offers 162 Kcal with 3.2 grams of protein, 30.2 grams of sugar.
6. Mother Dairy Chocolate Milkshake
Our Experience
This didn’t work for us because of two things – overbearing sweetness and the industrial flavor of chocolate.
The consistency is like a rich, semi-thick milkshake with a creamy mouthfeel. The aroma was a mix of milky and chocolatey notes. However, the flavor of chocolate felt too industrial, despite containing the highest proportion of chocolate (4%) among all contenders. Overall, this was average.
Product Details
A 180 ml pack is priced at Rs 30/- with a shelf life of six months. The main ingredients are Milk, Sugar, Water, Chocolate (4%), Milk solids, Caramel color (plain- 150a), Nature identical flavoring substances, Acidity regulator (339(ii)), Stabiliser (407).
One pack offers 190 Kcal with 5.6 grams of protein and 29 grams of sugar.
7. Real Milk Chocolate Frappe Milkshake
Our Experience
More than a chocolate milkshake, this was sweetened milk with a hint of chocolate. The chocolate flavor was present, but it was not as pronounced. As for the consistency, this was thick with a smooth mouthfeel.
Product Details
A 180 ml pack is priced at Rs 35/- with a shelf life of seven months. Toned milk (87.5%), Sugar, Cocoa powder (1%), Calcium carbonate, Stabilisers (INS407 and INS418), Acidity regulator (INS 339 (iii)), Emulsifiers (INS 471), Iodised salt, Vitamin D, and flavors (nature identical flavoring substance) are the main ingredients.
A 180 ml pack provides 189 Kcal with 5.4 grams of protein and 28.4 grams of sugar.
Our Top Picks & Recommendations
Why did we choose Epigamia as our Top Pick?
We crowned Epigamia Chocolate Milkshake as our Top Pick because it is the tastiest milkshake amongst all the brands we tested. It had a smooth mouthfeel, was devoid of graininess, and a rich consistency overall. As for the taste, the sweetness was balanced and the chocolate flavor was prominent but not artificial-tasting.
In addition to this, While the calcium, protein, and milk content are almost similar to other contenders, Epigamia Chocolate Milkshake offers the highest amount of Vitamin A. A 180 ml serve gives 120 mg of vitamin A, whereas other brands offer 80-110 mg of the same.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some interesting FAQs on best chocolate milkshake.
1. Are these chocolate milkshakes available in different sizes?
We reviewed single serve tetra packs (180-200 ml). Yes, some of these are available in larger, 500 ml or 1 L packs too.
2. Are chocolate milkshakes junk food?
Not essentially. Milkshakes, despite containing sugar, are a better alternative to sodas and aerated beverages as milk is a complete food with calcium, protein, and other vitamins and minerals. Having said that, it does not mean these can be used as a replacement to homemade milkshakes.
3. Do these chocolate milkshakes require refrigeration?
Unopened packs do not require refrigeration but this can differ from brand to brand. Once opened, it is best if you consume them immediately and not store them. These milkshakes are best consumed chilled – so refrigerate before consuming.
4. What is the best time to drink milkshakes?
As breakfast, before or after sport activities, or as a snack to school- these milkshakes can be consumed at any time.
5. Do these milkshakes contain sugar?
Yes, all contenders contain sugar.
Our Verdict
Slurp slurp slurp!
Upon reviewing seven brands of chocolate milkshakes, we found Epigamia Chocolate Milkshake to be the BEST. The flavor strikes a favorable balance between chocolate and sweetness and its consistency is super refreshing.
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