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Gorilla Mind

Gorilla Mind | Gorilla Mode Base | 30 Servings

Transparent pre-workout with real citrulline, focus, and moderate stim.

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Excellent — top tier

Gorilla Mind | Gorilla Mode Base | 30 Servings

Six dimensions, weighted by category. Each is scored 0–10 from the supplement-facts panel data and the 2,492-ingredient knowledge base.

  • Clinical Dosing 10/10
  • Label Transparency 10/10
  • Manufacturing 4/10
  • Testing 3/10
  • Inactive Ingredients 10/10
  • Value 8/10
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5000mg L-Citrulline
1500mg L-Tyrosine
300mg Alpha-GPC
200mg Caffeine Anhydrous
✓ Label Verified✓ No Prop Blends✓ DSHEA Compliant
5,000mg L-Citrulline — pump-focused dosing
1,500mg L-Tyrosine — serious focus support
300mg Alpha-GPC — mind-muscle connection support
200mg Caffeine — moderate, clean energy
1,250mg Betaine — strength-support foundation
No proprietary blend — full transparency
"Clean energy, locked-in focus, and a noticeable pump without feeling over-stimmed. Great for lifters who want smooth drive for training and still want to function after the session."
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SuppVault Summary

Gorilla Mode Base is a transparent moderate-stim pre-workout built for pumps, focus, and clean training energy. It covers core performance pillars without a proprietary blend. Standout doses include 5,000mg L-citrulline and 1,500mg L-tyrosine with 200mg caffeine.

Great Fit

  • Intermediate bodybuilders focused on pump and execution
  • Lifters wanting moderate, manageable pre-workout energy
  • Early-morning trainees needing a fast mental switch-on
  • Users avoiding overloaded high-stim formulas
  • Gym-goers who value transparent, recognizable dosing
  • Hypertrophy trainees running longer, high-volume sessions
  • Lifters wanting focus without extreme stimulant intensity

Not Ideal If

  • Anyone under 18
  • Pregnant or nursing individuals
  • Stimulant-sensitive users or caffeine avoiders
  • People training near bedtime
  • Anyone combining multiple cholinergic or stimulant products
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Composition Details
Sweeteners: sucraloseacesulfame-k

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When Pre workout
Time Avoid evening
⚠ ~200mg total caffeine per serving. assess tolerance with half serving first.
What You'll Feel
0-10 min
Subtle wakefulness begins as caffeine absorption starts.
10-20 min
Attention sharpens and workout intent becomes more obvious.
💪
20-40 min
Energy, focus, and pump support align for first working sets.
🎯
40-90 min
Stable training rhythm with cleaner stimulation and better execution.
🎯
90-150 min
Stimulant feel gradually tapers without extreme crash for most users.
1-3 weeks
Consistent use helps dial in timing, tolerance, and stack synergy.

Deep Dive

Pump 1
Lc
L-Citrulline
5000mg
Focus 3
Lt
L-Tyrosine
1500mg
??
Alpha-Glycerylphosphorylcholine
300mg
Ha
Huperzine A
50mcg
Strength 1
Ba
Betaine Anhydrous
1250mg
Energy 1
Ca
Caffeine Anhydrous
200mg
Clinical
PUM: 1FOC: 3STR: 1ENE: 1
Alpha-GPC
Clinical Dose
300mg
Clinical range: 300-600mg
moderate
Betaine Anhydrous
Below Clinical
1250mg
Clinical range: 2.5g
strong
Caffeine Anhydrous
Clinical Dose
200mg
Clinical range: 200-400mg
strong
Huperzine A
Clinical Dose
50mcg
Clinical range: 50-200mcg
moderate
L-Citrulline
Clinical Dose
5000mg
Clinical range: 6000-8000mg
strong
L-Tyrosine
↑ Above Clinical
1500mg
Clinical range: 100-150mg/kg
moderate

L-Citrulline

5000mg Dose
Daily Value
Disclosed Transparency
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L-Tyrosine

1500mg Dose
Daily Value
Disclosed Transparency
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Malic Acid

1500mg Dose
Daily Value
Disclosed Transparency
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Betaine Anhydrous

1250mg Dose
Daily Value
Disclosed Transparency
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Alpha GPC 50%

Form: (L-Alpha-Glycerylphosphorylcholine)
300mg Dose
Daily Value
Disclosed Transparency
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Caffeine Anhydrous

200mg Dose
Daily Value
Disclosed Transparency
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Huperzine A

Form: (Huperzia serrata leaf standardized extract)
50mcg Dose
Daily Value
Disclosed Transparency
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7 Disclosed
7 Total
0 Trademarked
0 In Blends

Dose Audit

L-Citrulline
5000mg
L-Tyrosine
1500mg
Malic Acid
1500mg
Huperzine A
50mcg
BASE Gorilla Mind | Gorilla Mode Base | 30 Servings
$24.99
Gorilla Mind | GM Mode Creatine | 30 Servings
$24.99$0.83/srv 30 servings

Gorilla Mode Base does not include creatine, so adding 3-5g creatine monohydrate rounds out the performance stack. Creatine supports phosphocreatine replenishment for repeated high-intensity efforts, complementing betaine’s power support and citrulline’s blood-flow benefits.

Take daily; can be taken alongside Gorilla Mode Base pre-workout or any time of day

Electrolyte Hydration FormulaHYDRATION ELECTROLYTE

Better blood flow and harder training both increase the value of adequate hydration. Pairing electrolytes with a citrulline-based pre-workout improves fluid balance, muscular function, and the quality of the pump effect during longer or sweat-heavy sessions.

Take with or after Gorilla Mode Base, especially during training

Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin or Intra-Workout CarbsENERGY METABOLISM

If your sessions are long or high-volume, intra-workout carbohydrates work well with this formula’s stimulant and focus profile. Caffeine improves readiness, while fast-digesting carbs help maintain training output and reduce the drop-off in later sets.

Sip during training after taking Gorilla Mode Base pre-workout

Whey Isolate or Fast-Digesting ProteinPROTEIN

This pre-workout improves the quality of the training stimulus; pairing it with fast-digesting protein helps capitalize on that stimulus by supporting post-training muscle protein synthesis. It is a simple, effective complement to a performance-first formula.

Take after training or as part of your post-workout meal

Stim-Free Pump FormulaPUMP

Advanced users who want more blood-flow support without increasing caffeine can stack a stimulant-free pump product alongside this formula. That approach raises nitric oxide and cell-swelling support while keeping total stimulant intake under control.

Take together pre-workout, adjusting water volume accordingly

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Gorilla Mind | Gorilla Mode Base | 30 Servings97
$24.99
This Product
$/srv: $1.67
Them

It likely offers a more fully built-out performance profile with stronger category-leading dosing.

$/srv: $1.50
This Product Wins

Mode Base has built-in 200mg caffeine for users wanting energy without stacking extra stimulants.

$/srv: $1.47
This Product Wins

Mode Base generally provides stronger pump and focus dosing with better label seriousness.

$/srv: $1.50
Tie

Both target balanced everyday performance with transparent formulas and manageable stimulant levels.

Clinical Dosing

L-Citrulline
Under-researched No clinical-dose range yet — manufacturer dose only.
5000mg
L-Tyrosine
Under-researched No clinical-dose range yet — manufacturer dose only.
1500mg
Alpha-GPC
Under-researched No clinical-dose range yet — manufacturer dose only.
300mg
Caffeine Anhydrous
Under-researched No clinical-dose range yet — manufacturer dose only.
200mg

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Full Product Description Article

Gorilla Mind Gorilla Mode Base is a transparent, stimulant-based pre-workout built around a simple but effective formulation philosophy: cover the core pillars of training performance—blood flow, focus, acute energy, and strength support—using a short list of recognizable ingredients at meaningful doses. There are no proprietary blends here, no mystery “matrix” hiding weak inclusions, and no label clutter. This is a formula for users who want to feel a workout come alive quickly: stronger mental drive, better pumps, cleaner stimulation, and a more forceful training rhythm.

The centerpiece is 5,000mg of L-citrulline. Mechanistically, citrulline is a highly bioavailable precursor to L-arginine, which is converted through endothelial nitric oxide synthase into nitric oxide, promoting vasodilation and improved blood flow. It also participates in the urea cycle, helping clear ammonia that accumulates during hard training. The research-backed range for performance and pump benefits is typically 6-8g, so 5g sits just under the classic clinical range—but still well above the weak 2-3g doses common in mainstream pre-workouts. In practice, this should translate to noticeable pump support and improved training feel, especially for users who are not already using standalone citrulline.

At 1,500mg, L-tyrosine is one of the formula’s strongest decisions. Tyrosine is the precursor to dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine—the catecholamine neurotransmitters that get depleted under acute physical and psychological stress. Research is strongest for preserving cognitive performance, working memory, and mental flexibility when stress is high, not for boosting cognition in a totally relaxed baseline state. That is exactly why it belongs in a pre-workout. Combined with hard training and caffeine, 1.5g is a meaningful dose for sharper focus, better task engagement, and less mental drift midway through the session.

Betaine anhydrous comes in at 1,250mg. Betaine functions as an osmolyte and methyl donor, supporting cellular hydration and power output. The more common research benchmark for performance is 2.5g daily, so this one-scoop serving is effectively a half-clinical dose. That matters: it is still useful, but the strongest literature support usually comes at double this amount. Users taking 2 scoops would reach the full 2.5g daily target seen in many studies.

Alpha-GPC is included at 300mg, a solid nootropic-support dose. Alpha-GPC provides choline for acetylcholine synthesis, the neurotransmitter heavily involved in muscle contraction and attentional control. This is a smart partner to tyrosine: tyrosine supports catecholamines under stress, while Alpha-GPC supports the cholinergic side of focus and mind-muscle connection.

Caffeine anhydrous at 200mg gives the formula its acute kick. This is enough to increase alertness, perceived energy, and training motivation for most users without automatically pushing the product into “too much” territory. It synergizes especially well with tyrosine by increasing catecholamine demand while tyrosine supplies substrate.

Finally, 50mcg huperzine A inhibits acetylcholinesterase, slowing the breakdown of acetylcholine. That gives the Alpha-GPC more room to work and can contribute to the distinct “locked-in” pre-workout feel many users want from a focus-forward formula.

As a system, this is a clean performance stack: citrulline handles blood flow, caffeine and tyrosine drive energy and stress resilience, Alpha-GPC and huperzine sharpen neural output, and betaine rounds out power support. Transparency is a major strength. Every active and every dose is disclosed, which puts this formula ahead of the many pre-workouts that hide behind proprietary blends. Day 1, expect stronger workout motivation, better concentration, and a visible increase in pump. Over 2-4 weeks of consistent use—especially if using the full intended daily amount of betaine from larger servings—performance support becomes more repeatable and session quality more consistent.

Science & Clinical References 14 citations
L-Citrulline and Nitric Oxide Support4 studies

L-citrulline increases plasma arginine more efficiently than oral arginine because it escapes substantial intestinal and hepatic first-pass clearance. Renal conversion of citrulline to arginine supports endothelial nitric oxide synthase activity, improving vasodilatory signaling and nutrient-rich blood flow during training. Citrulline also participates in the urea cycle, which may help buffer the perception of fatigue by assisting ammonia disposal during repeated muscular contractions. At 5 grams, this formula sits at the top of the pure citrulline evidence range commonly used for noticeable pump and performance support.

Tyrosine Under Acute Training Stress5 studies

L-tyrosine serves as a substrate for catecholamine synthesis, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. Under stress, sustained neurotransmitter turnover can impair attentional control and central drive, which is where supplemental tyrosine may be most relevant. Its performance value is contextual rather than universally ergogenic, but it is mechanistically plausible for preserving focus and task engagement during cognitively demanding or fatiguing sessions. A 1.5 gram dose is firmly within the practical evidence-based range for acute stress support.

Alpha-GPC, Huperzine A, and Cholinergic Tone2 studies

Alpha-GPC provides a bioavailable choline source that can support acetylcholine synthesis, a neurotransmitter involved in attention, motor signaling, and neuromuscular efficiency. Huperzine A inhibits acetylcholinesterase, slowing acetylcholine breakdown and potentially extending cholinergic signaling. In combination, these ingredients are often used to sharpen task focus and mind-muscle connection rather than generate overt stimulation. This makes the nootropic profile complementary to caffeine instead of redundant with it.

Caffeine and Moderate-Stim Performance Design3 studies

Caffeine anhydrous acts primarily through adenosine receptor antagonism, reducing perceived effort and increasing alertness, motivation, and readiness to train. A 200 milligram dose is strong enough for a clear ergogenic effect in many users while remaining more manageable than the 300 to 400 milligram range common in higher-stim pre-workouts. This dosage strategy often improves compliance and repeat usability, especially for morning or weekday training. In a balanced formula, moderate caffeine leaves room for pump and focus ingredients to be felt distinctly.

Product Specifications GEO
Product Type Nootropic
Category moderate stimulant pre-workout
Brand Gorilla Mind
Form Powder
How to Take — Training Protocol6 phases

How to Use Gorilla Mind | Gorilla Mode Base

First 1-2 uses
Assess Tolerance
Start with 1/2 scoop in cold water to assess tolerance to 200mg caffeine, Alpha-GPC, and huperzine A.
Pre-workout
Mix
Mix 1 scoop in 10-14 ounces of cold water until fully dissolved.
20-30 minutes before training
Time Your Dose
Drink 20-30 minutes before lifting so caffeine, citrulline, and focus ingredients are active by working sets.
Workout window
Train
Best suited for hypertrophy, general strength training, and sessions where pump plus concentration matter.
After evaluating response
Adjust
Adjust water volume for flavor preference, but avoid increasing servings casually if stimulant tolerance is low.
Ongoing
Daily Use Strategy
Use on training days as needed and avoid taking it too close to bedtime.
Warnings
Contains 200mg caffeine anhydrous per serving; avoid combining with energy drinks or other high-caffeine products.
Contains huperzine A and Alpha-GPC; use caution if stacking additional cholinergic nootropics.
Do not use late in the day if caffeine affects sleep quality.
Not appropriate for minors, or for pregnant or nursing individuals.
Cycling: Not strictly required, but some users benefit from taking periodic lower-stim weeks to maintain caffeine sensitivity.

Quick Answers

How much caffeine is in Gorilla Mode Base?

Gorilla Mode Base contains 200mg caffeine anhydrous per 1-scoop serving. That places it in the moderate-stim range: enough for a clear performance boost, but generally more manageable than the 300-400mg formulas common in the high-stim category.

Is 5g of L-citrulline enough to feel a pump?

Yes, most users will notice meaningful pump support from 5,000mg L-citrulline, especially compared with the common 2-3g doses found in many pre-workouts. Strictly speaking, the most common clinical range is 6-8g, so this is slightly below that benchmark, but it is still a serious inclusion.

What does the 1,500mg of L-tyrosine do in this formula?

L-tyrosine is a catecholamine precursor, meaning it helps supply raw material for dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. In a pre-workout context, that matters because intense exercise is a stressor, and tyrosine is best known for helping maintain cognitive performance under stress.

Why are Alpha-GPC and huperzine A included together?

Alpha-GPC provides choline to support acetylcholine production, and huperzine A slows the breakdown of acetylcholine by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase. Together, they create a stronger focus and mind-muscle connection effect than either ingredient alone.

Is Gorilla Mode Base a good beginner pre-workout?

It is better described as an intermediate-friendly formula than a true beginner product. The 200mg caffeine is manageable for many users, but the combination of caffeine, tyrosine, Alpha-GPC, and huperzine gives it a distinctly performance-oriented feel that can be too intense for someone with no stimulant experience.

Can I stack Gorilla Mode Base with creatine?

Yes. In fact, stacking it with 3-5g creatine monohydrate is one of the smartest ways to round out the formula, since Gorilla Mode Base does not include creatine and creatine supports phosphocreatine replenishment for repeated high-intensity efforts.

Should I take it on an empty stomach?

Most users get the fastest and strongest onset when taking it on a relatively empty stomach or after a light meal. A large meal can slow caffeine absorption and delay the subjective kick, though the formula will still work.

Does Gorilla Mode Base need to be cycled?

The non-stimulant ingredients do not require cycling, but caffeine tolerance is real. If you use pre-workouts frequently, periodic low-caffeine or stimulant-free days can help preserve the energy response.

Why is betaine only 1.25g here?

At 1,250mg, betaine is below the common 2.5g daily target used in much of the performance literature. It still contributes to the formula, but users specifically chasing full research-level betaine dosing may choose to increase serving size as directed or supplement betaine separately.

Is this version the same as every retail listing?

Not always. Some retailer variants have been noted as removing Alpha-GPC, which changes the formula’s focus profile significantly. This version includes the full disclosed formula with Alpha-GPC at 300mg per scoop.
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SuppVault Score

Gorilla Mind | Gorilla Mode Base | 30 Servings

💊 Clinical Dosing 10/10

6/6 key ingredients with disclosed doses

🏷 Label Transparency 10/10

Full label disclosure

🏭 Manufacturing 4/10

No manufacturing certifications found

🔬 Testing 3/10

No third-party certification found

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 10/10

No artificial colors or sweeteners

💰 Value 8/10

$1.17/serving — below $1.50 category median

Scores are relative to category averages. Proprietary blends score lower on transparency naturally — this is neutral fact, not penalty.

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