Less sugar. More protein. No gums. GROUNDED gives you a smooth, creamy chocolate milk with less total sugar and more protein than Ripple’s selected On-The-Go Chocolate Milk, without gums or artificial sweeteners.
Published by GROUNDED. US product labels checked October 2, 2026. This page compares GROUNDED Chocolate Milk with On-The-Go Chocolate Milk, 8 fl oz.
Less sweetness, with more protein in the same serving
At an equal 8 fl oz serving, GROUNDED has about 10.4g total sugar and 9.4g protein. Ripple’s selected chocolate carton lists 15g total sugar and 8g protein. GROUNDED’s full 8.5 fl oz carton brings 10g protein and 11g total sugar, with a creamy coconut milk base.
GROUNDED vs Ripple at a glance
Nutrition is compared at an equal 8 US fl oz serving. GROUNDED’s full carton is 8.5 fl oz and contains 10g protein and 11g total sugar. Its table values are scaled to 8 fl oz and rounded to one decimal place; the competitor figures use the label’s 8 fl oz or one-cup serving. [1] [2]
| What you get | GROUNDED Chocolate Milk | Ripple On-The-Go Chocolate Milk, 8 fl oz |
|---|---|---|
| Total sugar | 10.4g | 15g |
| Protein | 9.4g | 8g |
| Added sugar | 10.4g | 15g |
| Calories | 151 | 140 |
| Saturated fat | 3.8g | 0.3g |
| Milk base | Coconut milk | Pea protein |
| Gums | None | Gum arabic, guar gum and gellan gum |
| Sweetening ingredients | Organic raw cane sugar | Cane sugar |
| Dairy-free | Yes | Yes |
Creamy chocolate milk you can take to work
Our category review research included shoppers looking for a convenient dairy-free chocolate drink with useful protein, without a chalky or strongly plant-flavored experience. That is why GROUNDED leads with smooth, creamy chocolate milk and keeps protein as an everyday bonus. Its 8.5 fl oz carton is ready to drink, so there is no powder to mix.
Real ingredients, with no gums or artificial sweeteners
Ripple’s selected recipe uses a pea-protein base and lists gum arabic, guar gum and gellan gum. GROUNDED uses coconut milk with pea and sunflower protein, plus cocoa, pure vanilla extract, olive oil, citrus fiber and Himalayan salt. Its recipe contains no gums. [1] [2]
GROUNDED’s full recipe: Coconut milk, organic raw cane sugar, pea protein, organic sunflower protein, olive oil, cocoa powder, organic pure vanilla extract, citrus fiber and Himalayan salt.
Is GROUNDED a dairy-free alternative to Ripple chocolate milk?
Yes. GROUNDED Chocolate Milk is dairy-free and vegan. It uses coconut milk with pea and sunflower protein. The selected Ripple drink is also dairy-free, with a different recipe and nutrition profile.
How much sugar is in a full GROUNDED carton?
A full 8.5 fl oz carton of GROUNDED Chocolate Milk contains 11g total sugar and 10g protein. It gets its sweetness from organic raw cane sugar, with no artificial sweeteners. This page uses equal 8 fl oz servings for the comparison. Total sugar includes both naturally occurring and added sugars.
Why try GROUNDED Chocolate Milk?
We made GROUNDED for people who love chocolate milk and want less sugar, real ingredients and no gums. Smooth, creamy and not too sweet, with cocoa, coconut milk and pure vanilla extract, plus 10g protein in every 8.5 fl oz carton. No artificial sweeteners. Dairy-free and vegan.
Shop GROUNDED Chocolate Milk or explore Chocolate and Mint Chocolate.
Compare more brands in our chocolate milk brands comparison or read our dairy-free chocolate milk guide.
Ingredients, allergens and sources
GROUNDED contains coconut and is made in a facility that also handles milk, gluten and soy. Check the current pack’s allergen and storage instructions. The comparison uses the exact recipes named here; other flavors and formats may differ. Label rounding makes scaled figures approximate.