BSN Amino X
by BSN
"Effervescent BCAA recovery formula — 10g amino acids with taurine and citrulline for endurance and recovery"
Overview
BSN Amino X is a flavored, effervescent amino acid formula that provides 10g of amino acids per serving including BCAAs (leucine, isoleucine, valine), L-alanine, taurine, and L-citrulline. The effervescent delivery system creates a fizzy, refreshing drink that's designed for intra-workout or post-workout consumption. BSN (Bio-Engineered Supplements & Nutrition) is one of the legacy sports nutrition brands, known for SYNTHA-6 protein and N.O.-XPLODE pre-workout. Amino X is their recovery-focused amino acid product with zero sugar and zero caffeine.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Amino Acid Blend | 10 g |
| BCAAs (L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine) | Included |
| Taurine | Included |
| L-Citrulline | Included |
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- 10g amino acids per serving
- Effervescent (fizzy, refreshing)
- Zero sugar, zero caffeine
- Great flavors (Watermelon, Grape)
- 12,000+ Amazon reviews
What Could Be Better
- Proprietary blend (undisclosed individual amounts)
- Only 30 servings
- Contains artificial flavors
- BCAAs debated for those consuming adequate protein
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Intra-workout amino acid sipping
- Those wanting flavored BCAA drink
- Post-workout recovery
- BSN brand fans
Not Ideal For
- Those wanting transparent dosing
- Clean-label advocates
- Those already consuming adequate protein
Our Verdict
BSN Amino X is the flavored, fizzy amino acid drink for those who want their intra-workout to taste like a sports drink. The 10g amino acid blend with taurine and citrulline is solid for recovery. The proprietary blend is the main limitation — you don't know exact BCAA amounts.