I had previously bought recovery fuel blend from MP which was great, came in a bunch of different flavours but unfortunately been discontinued (I believe). So, thought I would give this a go for recovery from running (anywhere between 8-20 mile runs) and cross training 3 times a week. Personally, I find the taste ok, maybe a bit chalky. I mix with milk in order to get more calories into my diet and it makes a very thick, gloopy mixture which is drinkable, not as good or as nice a texture as other MP powders I have purchased, I find it quite hard to get it 100% mixed too, always lumps of powder remaining. In terms of effectiveness, again it is ok definitely not as sore as I would usually be but not as effective as it's predecessor. To the reviewer who said "If you're a delicate flower that struggles with taste and consistency - it's not for the faint hearted." that's pretty much spot on!

2.5 scoops is too much. It's like mud already. You'll have to add more water for you to drink the whole 2.5 scoops. Taste is okay. Not too sweet. Good nighttime protien source.
Goes Well With:
Water, milk

This used to contain hmb and creatine, and was never as thick. I used to mix it with instant oats but it's too thick to do so now. Still a good shake for before bed, and definitely helps with recovery but I wish they would go back to the original recipe. Strawberry tastes quite nice, although it is a bit grainy. When reading the nutritional info you need to note the flavour, as the chocolate one has less protein for some reason.
Goes Well With:
Creatine HMB

OK, had this a few times. Let's cut to the chase. It's out of stock. Right now. I came here as I'm nearly half way through my current 5kg bag and I don't want to wait. That's how much I like it. Things you need to know: Strawberry and cream tastes sensational. 2 scoops in a large shaker is enough, milk in first. Shake hard! 20-30 minutes before bed. This stuff makes me sleep like a baby. Drip feeds me protein all night. I go for weight gainer blend in the morning (2 scoops not 3.5), whey isolate during training, and this at night. Not sure which is the best but that combo rocks, and this tastes better than the tastiest thing, what a treat! The best fuel is food. Never forget that, I eat loads, and really try to get my fruit and veg in, but if you want to be hitting the big calories with balanced macros then these bad boys help. 5 star, Now, DO NOT BUY IT. LEAVE IT ON THE SHELF, GO AWAY, SO NEXT TIME I COME HERE THEN IT'S IN STOCK!
Goes Well With:
Milk and a good strong wrist just before bed time (lols)

Second time I've had this recovery protein, 2 and a half scoops is definitely too much as it is like a thick soup, worth having a good blender to hand as you end up with clumps of powder if mixing by hand, possibly better if you add more than the recommended 400ml of milk or water, still does the job though.
Goes Well With:
A blender and milk

Below is a list of things I did not like: - Causes bad bloating and discomfort the next day - Tastes powdery - Does not mix well and is very lumpy - It's very thick even when mixed with water - Am not too sure how effective it is, as I have not felt a difference Things that I liked: - Tastes ok

This is a great way to suppress them late night munchies 
Goes Well With:
Water

I have seen some less positive reviews for this product but I have used it now for around 6 months and would definitely recommend it. Prefer strawberry (although you need a sweet tooth), mix with 400ml milk for great consistency. I tend to work out late in the evening, so this works as a post work out shake and overnight recovery all in one. Works for me.
Goes Well With:
Milk

I am buying this for years, the taste was worse before and now is a little bit better so don't know why people complain too much about the taste. It's not perfect but it is far from awful. People be realistic we are not picky kids, the taste is OK. I would rather complain about thickness because I have to take 300ml of liquid and then I have an issue with going to toilet 2-3 times during the night - but that's me. Maybe you'll go just once, my bladder is like a night watch hah. I have to relax, the product is good, buying it for years and will keep on doing that.
Goes Well With:
Water, liquid, and ZMA for more sleeping and relaxing.

Following the instructions give you a ridiculously thick shake that you could almost stand a spoon in. It also increases a lot in volume. But 300mL milk with 1 scoop is perfect. It tastes good, all be it a little grainy. But as it's so thick it's quite filling.
Goes Well With:
Milk or almond milk