{"product_id":"alpha-brain-instant-tub-peach","title":"Alpha Brain Instant Tub (108g) Peach Flavour","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlpha Brain Instant. Same clinically studied formula, now as a fast-absorbing peach-flavoured drink.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlpha Brain Instant is the powdered version of Onnit's flagship nootropic - the same formula behind the \u003ca title=\"Alpha Brain capsules at Powerful.ie\" href=\"https:\/\/www.powerful.ie\/products\/alpha-brain\"\u003eAlpha Brain capsules\u003c\/a\u003e that put the nootropic category on the map, reformulated as a mixable drink with a clean peach flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe advantage of the powdered format is absorption speed. There's no capsule shell to break down, no waiting for digestion - the active ingredients reach circulation faster, which suits people who want their nootropic working before their first meeting rather than during it. It's also a more flexible format - you can dose to your own preference and take it in water, in a shake, or mixed into a morning smoothie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the research shows\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlpha Brain is one of the very few cognitive supplements to have gone through actual clinical testing rather than just making claims and hoping nobody checks. A \u003ca title=\"Solomon et al. 2015 - Alpha Brain randomised double-blind placebo-controlled trial - PMC\" href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4595564\/\"\u003erandomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial\u003c\/a\u003e found that participants taking Alpha Brain for six weeks showed meaningful improvements in verbal memory recall and executive function - the multitasking, planning and prioritising that separates a sharp day from a scattered one. A \u003ca title=\"Solomon et al. 2016 - Alpha Brain Human Psychopharmacology\" href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1002\/hup.2520\"\u003esecond independent study\u003c\/a\u003e replicated those findings. That's a real result, and it's rare in this category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Instant formula uses the same active blend as the capsule version, so the clinical evidence applies directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YIQBDnbqzqc\" height=\"200\" width=\"360\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula works across three blends targeting different aspects of cognitive performance. The key ingredients include \u003cstrong\u003eAlpha GPC\u003c\/strong\u003e (a natural choline precursor linked to acetylcholine production), \u003cstrong\u003eHuperzine A\u003c\/strong\u003e from Huperzia serrata (which helps slow the breakdown of acetylcholine, keeping levels sustained), \u003ca title=\"Bacopa Monnieri and cognitive performance - PubMed meta-analysis\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27803728\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBacopa Monnieri\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (an adaptogenic herb with strong memory credentials used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries), \u003cstrong\u003eL-Theanine\u003c\/strong\u003e (known for deepening focus and promoting calm concentration), \u003cstrong\u003eL-Tyrosine\u003c\/strong\u003e (an amino acid precursor to dopamine and norepinephrine, supporting mental performance under demanding conditions), \u003cstrong\u003eOatstraw\u003c\/strong\u003e (Avena sativa, a traditional herb associated with stress balance), \u003cstrong\u003ePhosphatidylserine\u003c\/strong\u003e (a phospholipid abundant in brain cell membranes), \u003cstrong\u003ePterostilbene\u003c\/strong\u003e (an antioxidant naturally found in blueberries), and \u003cstrong\u003eCat's Claw extract\u003c\/strong\u003e (Uncaria tomentosa, a plant compound long used in traditional Amazonian medicine). \u003cstrong\u003eVitamin B6\u003c\/strong\u003e is included as a supporting nutrient for neurotransmitter synthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula is built around supporting your brain's natural acetylcholine system - the neurotransmitter most closely associated with learning, memory and mental clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Alpha Brain Instant Peach by Onnit - powdered nootropic available at Powerful.ie Ireland\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3830\/files\/alpha-brain-art_cacfdcb5-ec02-46f2-8e2c-4a4e05eb730e_480x480.png?v=1677595092\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCaffeine-free. Always.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlpha Brain contains no caffeine, which means it works on its own timetable, not your coffee's. Take it in the morning, the afternoon, or stack it alongside your usual coffee without worrying about overdoing the stimulants. It's also certified drug-free by the Banned Substances Control Group (BSCG) - important for competitive athletes subject to testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePowder vs. capsules - which is right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSame formula, different format. The \u003ca title=\"Alpha Brain capsules at Powerful.ie\" href=\"https:\/\/www.powerful.ie\/products\/alpha-brain\"\u003ecapsule version\u003c\/a\u003e is the long-standing default - convenient, neutral-tasting, easy to travel with, simple to dose. The Instant powder is for people who want faster absorption, prefer a drink to a tablet, or like to mix supplements into a morning routine alongside coffee or a smoothie. The peach flavour is clean and not overly sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've never tried Alpha Brain before, either format works to start. Some customers prefer the immediacy of the powder; others find the capsule simpler to incorporate into a daily routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne scoop (3.6g) mixed with 250-300ml of water or your preferred drink, once daily. The 108g tub contains 30 servings - a one-month supply at one scoop per day. Onnit recommend taking it on a relatively empty stomach for fastest absorption, though it can be taken with food if that suits you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull product details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowdered drink mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlavour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTub size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServings per tub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServing size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 scoop (3.6g) in 250-300ml water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply duration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-month supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaffeine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrug tested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBSCG certified drug-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot suitable for children, pregnant or nursing individuals. Consult your doctor if you are taking medications or have a pre-existing medical condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Powerful.ie\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe've been stocking Alpha Brain at Powerful.ie since 2013 - longer than most Irish supplement retailers have existed. Over a decade later, we still have customers coming back to reorder who first bought it from us in those early years. The Instant tub is the newer addition to the range, but the formula behind it is the one we've trusted for over ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnnit, founded by Aubrey Marcus, is now part of the Unilever family of brands, which speaks to the credibility the company has built. Joe Rogan has been the most prominent public advocate over the years, helping bring nootropics into the mainstream conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNew to nootropics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're not familiar with the nootropic category and want to understand what's actually going on under the hood, we've put together a beginner's guide covering the main ingredient classes, how they work, and how to choose between products. \u003ca title=\"A Beginner's Guide to Nootropics - Powerful.ie\" href=\"https:\/\/www.powerful.ie\/blogs\/news\/106268167-nootropics-a-beginners-guide\"\u003eRead the guide here -\u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Onnit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39623532773457,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/3830\/products\/Alpha-Brain-Tub.png?v=1637701831","url":"https:\/\/www.powerful.ie\/products\/alpha-brain-instant-tub-peach","provider":"Powerful.ie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}