About Us

Muscle Milk was founded in 2000 by the Pickett family, acquired by Hormel Foods Corporation in 2014, and again by Gatorade in 2019. Muscle Milk remains an integral part of the Gatorade Portfolio, joining the leading sports fuel brand’s 50+ year legacy of offering fueling solutions for the best athletes in the world.

Supported by the expertise of the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI), Muscle Milk products offer quality you can trust. With both ready-to-drink shakes and powders, Muscle Milk’s portfolio includes a wide range of innovative, high-quality protein & supplement products for at home and on-the-go. All Muscle Milk powder products are NSF Certified for Sport®, meaning they’ve been tested for 280 banned substances in support of safer products.

For years, Muscle Milk has been a trusted partner of storied collegiate athletic programs, world-class professional athletes, and elite training facilities like California Strength. In 2022, Muscle Milk became the official Sports Protein Drink sponsor of the National Football League.

Muscle Milk is dedicated to supporting the pursuit of inner & outer strength for all bodies. Whether you’re an elite athlete or living an active lifestyle, Muscle Milk products can help support you and your fitness goals.