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Carnation Breakfast Essentials Nutritional Powder Drink Mix, Chocolate 30 ct.
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Aug 13, 2020
bmarciniak
4 out of 5 stars review

Good drink in a rush, especially for kids

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like the berry flavor of the drink, although I usually purchase the chocolate flavor. Being a bigger guy, this doesn't fill me up if i'm in a rush, but my kids love it and it is a great alternative to having them eating nothing for breakfast. The kids like to grab it on their way out to go to school. I would purchase again because my family likes it.

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Sep 23, 2018
Bill
5 out of 5 stars review

Chocolate Malt is essential!

I am deeply saddened by the apparent discontinuation of Classic Chocolate Malt (I still call it Instant Breakfast). I have been drinking this since I was in high school, and I am now in my mid 60’s. I’m sure the product manager that put together this new brand strategy though it was a good idea to discontinue this flavor. It is not. This was by far the best flavor, and Chocolate is not an acceptable substitute. Please bring it back.

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Jul 2, 2019
jill
5 out of 5 stars review

These shakes taste great

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These shakes taste great, even if you don't refrigerate them. I prefer them cold. Be sure to give them a good shake for best taste. There is no aftertaste and these have none of those gross artificial sweeteners. I recommend them!

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Dec 5, 2024
betc_4418
5 out of 5 stars review

Quick and easy

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I actually buy this regularly. I am NOT a morning person but have to report to work by 7am. This is a super quick way to get a meal in, although I prefer to higher protein version since I don’t eat meat frequently. It’s not as tasty as just chocolate milk but it actually dissolves, unlike most protein mixes.

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Feb 27, 2018
kassieme
1 out of 5 stars review

Why did you add that nasty Stevia?

I used to be a loyal consumer of CIB Chocolate drinks until you all added stevia. It tastes absolutely horrendous now. Judging by the other reviews no one notices it. But I do! I buy the powdered version which does not have artificial sweeteners or stevia BUT its not convenient to have to mix it up.

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reply from Carnation Breakfast Essentials®

We're sorry to hear you are unable to use our product due to the ingredient Stevia. Stevia is a plant-based food ingredient approved for use as a general purpose sweetener in many food products in the US and around the world. We would like a chance to gather some more information from you and ask that you please call us at 1-888-240-2713, we're available M-F from 8AM-8PM. Thanks!

Aug 17, 2020
Brooklynn610
5 out of 5 stars review

Great taste!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I decided to try this breakfast essentials mixed berry flavor and love it!! I always used to drink the other flavors but this is my new favorite!! Gives you all the nutrients and vitamins you need for your morning breakfast! Quick and East for on the go! I would recommend!

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Jan 7, 2025
amberm407_2606
5 out of 5 stars review

So yummy!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thanks to Influenster and Carnation breakfast for this product! I love this! My son started drinking this everyday after receiving this. So good, no chunks and I know he’s getting the nutrition he needs with this!

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Aug 11, 2020
Arielle36
3 out of 5 stars review

Very sweet

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was super excited to try Instant Breakfast in the mixed berry flavor, as I love the chocolate and vanilla, but I was disappointed with how sweet it was. I had a hard time finishing it. I think I’ll stick to the basic flavors!

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reply from Carnation Breakfast Essentials®

We’re very sorry to hear this and we’d like to get a bit more info from you. Could you please give us a call when you can at 1-800-289-7313? We are available 8am-8pm EST M-F.

Jul 5, 2019
Britt714
5 out of 5 stars review

Great tasting drink

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I tried this out to see how I would like it and I was actually pretty impressed with the taste. I also like the fact that it's delicious and nutritious. I'm usually not a chocolate lover but the flavor was pretty tasty. I would definitely get it again.

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Dec 4, 2024
wendyp177_8917
4 out of 5 stars review

Taste great

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very chocolatey. I do agree you should use a mixer or blender to get it fully mixed. When mixing with a spoon in milk it seemed very gritty. The package was super easy to rip open and the box closes nicely with the little flap.

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