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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot 12 x 60ml - 12 x 60ml / Cola
Optimum Nutrition

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot

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4.88 | 26 reviews |  12 Servings
£16.99 £17.99 £1.42/serving
Caffeine + Citrulline For lifters chasing sharper focus and a pre-lift pump before the first warm-up rep.
RTD Convenience Drink it cold from the 60ml bottle - no scoop, no shaker, no clumps stuck in a lid.
12-Shot Pack One for the gym bag, one for the desk, one for the car on hard training days.
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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot: ready when you are

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot is the ready-to-drink format of the Gold Standard pre-workout, built for trainees who want pre-session stimulation, pump and focus without mixing a powder. Each 60ml shot delivers 175mg of caffeine, 2g of citrulline, 1.5g of beta-alanine, 250mg of PerforMelon and 1.4mcg of B6 plus 2.5mcg of B12. The box contains 12 shots.

Caffeine at 175mg from natural Coffeine extract sits in the moderate-stimulant band - meaningful for output and focus during training but manageable enough for regular use across a four to five session week. Citrulline at 2g supports vasodilation via the arginine-nitric oxide pathway for blood flow and pump. Beta-alanine at 1.5g contributes to daily saturation for lactic acid buffering during longer working sets. PerforMelon at 250mg adds a watermelon-derived L-citrulline source. B-vitamins support normal energy-yielding metabolism.

What separates the RTD shot format from a powder pre-workout is the friction reduction. No mixing, no shaker, no water - one 60ml shot in the gym bag for pre-session use. The trade-off is dose flexibility: a powder lets you scale the scoop up or down for harder or easier sessions, a shot is the fixed pre-set dose.

Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shots suit travelling athletes, trainees who hit the gym from the office or in transit, lifters who want a no-mix pre-workout option for race day or competition setups, and anyone managing caffeine intake who prefers a fixed dose. Not the right pick for trainees who scale pre-workout dose to session intensity.

Value alternative: XL Nutrition The Purge 225g delivers 300mg caffeine, 2.5g beta-alanine and 1g L-arginine per 7.5g scoop at £11.99 for 30 servings (just £0.40 per scoop). That's about 72% less per serving than this product's £1.42/serving cost.

Key Benefits

Ready-to-Drink Convenience

60ml pre-mixed shot requires no preparation. Open, shake, and drink - ideal for training at commercial gyms, outdoors, or when you don't have access to a shaker and measuring equipment.

Caffeine Energy

Natural caffeine delivers a focused pre-workout energy boost in a compact, measured format that's easier to manage than powder-based pre-workouts when precision is difficult.

B-Vitamin Complex

Vitamins B3, B6, and B12 contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue - supporting your performance in the gym.

Portable & Travel-Friendly

Each 60ml shot fits easily in a gym bag, jacket pocket, or locker. The 12-shot box gives you a month of pre-training energy in a compact, lightweight format.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much caffeine is in the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot?

The Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot uses a natural caffeine source called Coffeine. The exact milligram dose is not listed on the bottle, but it sits in a moderate range built for training focus. The powder version of Gold Standard Pre-Workout, for comparison, contains 175mg per scoop.

When should I drink the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot?

Drink the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot around 20 to 30 minutes before training. That window lets the caffeine, citrulline and beta-alanine reach useful levels by the time your warm-up sets begin. Avoid taking a shot within four hours of sleep.

Who is the Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot best for?

The Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout Shot is best for lifters, runners and gym-goers who want a portable, no-mix pre-workout for the bag or desk. The ready-to-drink format wins on speed and convenience over the powder, though the powder gives clearer mg-level dosing control.