Creatine Monohydrate Gummies
- 5 g creatine monohydrate per serve — chewable, no powder, no shaker.
- 30 serves per bag — 3–4 gummies per serve, flavour dependent.
- Named batches assayed by SGS — all returned above the 5 g label claim.
- One active ingredient — creatine monohydrate, dose printed.
Swoleys Creatine Monohydrate Gummies are a chewable creatine monohydrate supplement sold in New Zealand by Xplosiv. Each serve carries a 5 g creatine monohydrate label claim, each bag holds 30 serves (150 g of creatine in total), and named production batches have been independently assayed by SGS — a global testing and certification company — with results published below.
Creatine you chew. No shaker required.
A daily 5 g creatine monohydrate serve in gummy form, for lifters who keep forgetting the powder. Four flavours, one dose, batch results printed on the page.
One ingredient that matters, in a format you’ll actually finish
- 5 g of creatine monohydrate per serve — monohydrate is the form used in the large majority of creatine research, and 5 g/day is the standard maintenance dose in that literature [1].
- Three batches independently assayed — SGS measured 6.06 g, 6.1 g and 6.2 g of creatine per serve against the 5 g label claim on the three named batches below.
- No powder, no shaker, no grit — one serve is 3–4 gummies depending on flavour, straight from the bag.
- Single active, dose printed — creatine monohydrate is the only active ingredient; there is no proprietary blend to hide behind.
Why it works
Creatine rewards consistency, not timing. Muscle creatine stores build up over days of steady intake and drop back when you stop, so the supplement that works is the one you actually take every day. A tub of powder that lives in the cupboard does nothing.
Creatine monohydrate at 5 g a day is the researched pattern. Creatine supports the body’s phosphocreatine energy system and, alongside resistance training, supports increases in muscle strength, power output and lean body mass [1][2]. Monohydrate is the form the bulk of that evidence used, at roughly 3–5 g per day for maintenance.
Each serve is built to the same 5 g label claim. Every flavour carries the same 5 g creatine monohydrate claim per serve; only the gummy count, sweetener system and flavour change between bags. The per-flavour numbers are in the table below and in the Supplement Facts tab.
What the lab actually found
Three named batches, one independent lab. Three named production batches were sent to SGS for creatine assay. These are single-batch results for the batches listed — not a claim about every bag ever made — and each returned above the 5 g label claim, which is what a deliberate manufacturing overage looks like.
| Batch | Label claim | SGS result |
|---|---|---|
| Sour Green Apple — B2451912 | 5.0 g/serve | 6.06 g/serve |
| Sour Peach — B2550995 | 5.0 g/serve | 6.2 g/serve |
| Sour Watermelon — B2550994 | 5.0 g/serve | 6.1 g/serve |
Stability over 24 months
Creatine breaks down slowly into creatinine in the presence of water, heat and acid. A 24-month stability study on the manufacturer’s gummy format tracked creatine retention against the starting value, with appearance passing at every time point.
| Time point | Creatine retained |
|---|---|
| 0 months | 100% |
| 6 months | 97.6% |
| 12 months | 94.9% |
| 24 months | 92.7% |
What’s inside (per serve)
| Ingredient | Dose | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Creatine monohydrate | 5 g | Supports the phosphocreatine energy system; alongside resistance training, supports muscle strength, power and lean mass [1] |
Flavours are not identical — here are the published panels
The creatine dose is the same; the gummy count and sweetener system are not. Sour Green Apple is a sugar-free polyol formula; Sour Watermelon is a sugar-based formula with 2 g of added sugar per serve. If sugar content or serve size matters to you, read the column that matches your bag.
| Per serve | Sour Green Apple | Sour Watermelon |
|---|---|---|
| Serving size | 3 gummies | 4 gummies |
| Creatine monohydrate | 5.0 g | 5 g |
| Calories | 30 | 12 |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.0 g | 3.5 g |
| Total sugars | 0.0 g | 2 g |
| Added sugars | 0.0 g | 2 g |
| Sodium | 40 mg | Not listed |
| Servings per container | 30 | 30 |
Peach and Orange panels are not published on this page yet. Both bags carry the same 5 g creatine monohydrate label claim per serve; for their full nutrition detail, read the panel printed on the bag you receive.
How to use
- Take one serve daily — 3 gummies for Sour Green Apple, 4 gummies for Sour Watermelon. Check the panel on your bag, because the count is flavour-specific.
- Pick a time and keep it — pre-training, post-training or with a meal all work. Daily consistency is what builds muscle creatine stores, not the clock.
- Drink water through the day — creatine draws water into muscle, so keep normal fluid intake up while you are using it.
- Store cool and dry — gummies soften and stick together in heat. Keep the bag sealed and out of a hot car or a sunny window.
Is it for you?
Built for
- Lifters who want 5 g of creatine a day without mixing a powder
- People who have quit creatine before because they kept forgetting it
- Gym bags, desk drawers and travel — no scoop, no shaker, no water needed
- Anyone who wants a single-ingredient creatine with published batch assays
Not for
- Anyone under 18
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Anyone with kidney problems, or taking prescription medication, without talking to their doctor first
- People who want a sugar-free option in every flavour — Sour Watermelon contains 2 g of added sugar per serve
- Anyone who dislikes a firm, chewy texture — several reviewers describe these as chewier than a soft lolly
What customers say
“Peach rings flavour is so good! Don’t love the texture but it’s a great way to get a quick dose of creatine!”
Kelly, Auckland — verified buyer“Taste great, good to keep in ur bag incase you forget to use powder creatine.”
Kaleb, Wellington — verified buyer“Such a great quick easy way to get daily creatine. So tasty.”
Joanne, Auckland — verified buyerThe critical reviews are on the page too. The most common complaints are texture — firmer and chewier than a soft lolly — and bags that arrived stuck together after warm transit. Both are covered in the FAQ below. Read the full review tab, good and bad, before you decide.
Stack with
Solve consistency, not formulation. People buying these are usually solving a consistency problem rather than a formulation one. The common pairing is a daily protein — a whey or plant protein for total daily protein intake — with the gummies handling creatine on the days a shake never happens. If you already own a tub of creatine powder, these work as the travel and gym-bag version rather than a replacement.
FAQ
What is creatine monohydrate?
The most-studied creatine form. Creatine monohydrate is a compound the body also makes from amino acids and stores mostly in skeletal muscle as phosphocreatine, where it helps regenerate ATP during short, hard efforts. It is the most-studied creatine form. Alongside resistance training, around 3–5 g a day supports strength, power output and lean mass [1].
How many gummies is one serve?
Three or four, depending on flavour. Check your bag. Sour Green Apple is 3 gummies per serve and Sour Watermelon is 4 gummies per serve. Both deliver the same 5 g creatine monohydrate label claim and both bags contain 30 serves in total.
Do these gummies contain sugar?
It varies by flavour. This matters if you are tracking intake. Sour Green Apple is sugar-free, sweetened with maltitol syrup, erythritol, isomalt and sucralose, at 0 g total sugars per serve. Sour Watermelon is sugar-based and contains 2 g of total and added sugars per serve.
Why do the lab results show more than 5 g of creatine?
A deliberate manufacturing overage. The batches are formulated above the claim. Creatine declines slowly over shelf life, so starting above the label claim keeps a bag at or above 5 g per serve for longer. The three named batches assayed by SGS returned 6.06 g, 6.1 g and 6.2 g per serve against a 5 g claim.
Do I need to do a creatine loading phase?
No loading phase is required. Loading with roughly 20 g a day for five to seven days fills muscle stores faster, but taking around 5 g daily reaches the same saturation point over about three to four weeks [1][2]. One serve a day of these gummies follows the slower, simpler pattern, and no loading protocol is built into the bag.
Will the gummies melt or stick together?
Yes, in heat — store them cool. It is the most common complaint in the reviews on this page. Gummies soften above room temperature and can fuse in a hot car, a courier van in summer or a sunny windowsill. Store the sealed bag somewhere cool and dry, and separate any stuck pieces before eating.
What do they taste and feel like?
Flavour rates well; texture divides people. Reviewers are split on it. Several describe the bears as firmer, chewier and denser than a normal soft lolly, and the sugar-free Sour Green Apple carries the aftertaste typical of polyol and sucralose sweetening. If texture is a deal-breaker for you, a powder may suit better.
Can I return them if I do not like the flavour?
Not as a fault. Under Xplosiv’s returns policy, a change of mind or a dislike of flavour or texture does not count as a fault, so those cannot be returned on that basis. Unopened items may be accepted as a change-of-mind return at Xplosiv’s discretion, with return freight at the customer’s cost. Faulty or damaged goods are a separate process — email your order number and a photo.
References
- [1] Kreider, R.B., et al. (2017). International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 14:18. DOI:10.1186/s12970-017-0173-z.
- [2] Antonio, J., et al. (2021). Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show? Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 18:13. DOI:10.1186/s12970-021-00412-w.
Dietary supplement. Not a medicine. Use only as directed. Not suitable for children, or during pregnancy or breastfeeding, unless advised by a healthcare professional. If you have a kidney condition or take prescription medication, talk to your doctor before use.
A dietary supplement is not a replacement for a balanced diet. Results depend on training, nutrition and consistency, and vary between individuals. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.
Batch assay figures refer to the specific named batches listed above. Nutrition figures are taken from the published panels for Sour Green Apple and Sour Watermelon; always read the panel on the bag you receive.
Supplement Facts
Every flavour carries the same 5 g creatine monohydrate label claim per serve, in a 30-serve bag. The serving size, energy and sweetener system differ by flavour, so the published panels are listed separately below rather than merged into one set of numbers.
Sour Green Apple
| Amount per serving | Per serve | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Creatine monohydrate | 5.0 g | ** |
| Calories | 30 | — |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.0 g | 1% † |
| Total sugars | 0.0 g | ** |
| Includes added sugars | 0.0 g | 0% † |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% |
Other ingredients: Maltitol syrup, erythritol, isomalt. Contains 2% or less of pectin, coconut oil, citric acid, malic acid, sodium citrate, sucrose fatty acid esters, calcium lactate, natural flavour (apple), spinach powder, sucralose.
Sour Watermelon
| Amount per serving | Per serve | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Creatine monohydrate | 5 g | ** |
| Calories | 12 | — |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% † |
| Total sugars | 2 g | ** |
| Includes added sugars | 2 g | 4% † |
Other ingredients: Sucrose, dextrose, natural and artificial flavours, stearic acid, citric acid.
Sour Peach and Orange
The Peach and Orange panels are not published on this page yet. Both bags carry the same 5 g creatine monohydrate label claim per serve across 30 serves. For their full nutrition detail — serving size, energy, sugars and the ingredient list — read the panel printed on the bag you receive.