BlackMarket Labs CUTS Diamond is the premium evolution of the AdreNolyn CUTS line — a fully transparent, fully dosed thermogenic pre-workout that combines eight thermogenic fat-burning ingredients with a complete pre-workout stack in a single 14.71g scoop. The name reflects the formula's design philosophy: time, heat, and pressure create diamonds, and CUTS Diamond applies that same principle to physique development — high-output training, thermogenic heat generation, and sustained pressure on the fat loss process simultaneously. Per serving: 2,500mg tri-carnitine complex (Tartrate + Acetyl + Fumarate), 30mg ProGBB™, 40mg CaloriBurn GP® Grains of Paradise, 50mg Evodiamine, 40mg Synephrine, 5,000mg L-Citrulline, 3,200mg Beta-Alanine, 300mg Caffeine Anhydrous, Alpha GPC, Choline Bitartrate, Mucuna Pruriens, and Rauwolscine. 25 servings per container. Natural colors and flavors. Zero sugar. Note: CaloriBurn GP® produces a mild spicy sensation — this is expected and confirms thermogenic activity. Not for tested athletes. Start with half scoop to assess tolerance. California Prop 65 Warning likely applies — confirm on label.†
Supplement Facts — BlackMarket Labs CUTS Diamond (Per 1 Scoop / 14.71g / 25 Servings)
Thermogenic and Fat Loss Stack (8 Ingredients)
- L-Carnitine Tartrate — 1,500mg
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine — 500mg
- L-Carnitine Fumarate — 500mg
- Evodiamine — 50mg
- Synephrine — 40mg
- CaloriBurn GP® (Aframomum melegueta / Grains of Paradise Extract) — 40mg
- ProGBB™ (Gamma-Butyrobetaine Ethyl Ester / GBB) — 30mg
- Rauwolscine (Alpha Yohimbine, from Rauwolfia Vomitoria) — (dose not disclosed publicly)
Pre-Workout Performance
- L-Citrulline — 5,000mg
- Beta-Alanine — 3,200mg
- Betaine Anhydrous — (dose confirmed on label)
Energy and Focus
- Caffeine Anhydrous — 300mg
- Alpha GPC
- Choline Bitartrate
- Mucuna Pruriens Extract
- 25 calories per serving. Zero sugar. Natural colors and flavors.
- Fully transparent label — all doses disclosed.
- Flavors: Fruit Punch, Watermelon, Blue Razz
- Slight spicy flavor note from CaloriBurn GP® — normal, confirms thermogenic activity.
- Mix 1 scoop in 8-10oz water 15-30 minutes before training. Start with half scoop.
- Not for tested athletes — contains Synephrine and Rauwolscine (Alpha Yohimbine), both prohibited by WADA and NCAA.
What Sets CUTS Diamond Apart — The Thermogenic Stack
Most thermogenic pre-workouts rely on caffeine and synephrine as their primary fat-burning mechanisms and call it done. CUTS Diamond stacks eight distinct thermogenic compounds with mechanistically different and genuinely complementary pathways. Understanding what each one does explains why the formula produces the intense, sustained thermogenic effect and visible sweating that users consistently report — and why it differs from standard pre-workouts with a token fat-burning ingredient or two.†
Tri-Carnitine Complex — 2,500mg Total (Tartrate 1,500mg + Acetyl 500mg + Fumarate 500mg)
The three-form carnitine approach is the largest ingredient bloc in CUTS Diamond's thermogenic stack and the one with the most documented mechanism relevance to a training session. L-Carnitine's fundamental role is fatty acid transport into the mitochondria — it serves as the essential carrier molecule that moves long-chain fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane, where they can enter beta-oxidation and be burned for energy. Without adequate carnitine, mobilized fatty acids cannot be oxidized regardless of how effectively other fat-burning compounds have stimulated lipolysis.†
L-Carnitine L-Tartrate at 1,500mg is the foundation — the most bioavailable and extensively researched carnitine form, with documented effects on post-exercise recovery, hormonal response to training (increased androgen receptor density in muscle), and fat oxidation during aerobic exercise. Acetyl-L-Carnitine at 500mg adds a brain-penetrating carnitine form that crosses the blood-brain barrier, contributing to the focus and mind-muscle connection quality of the training session while providing ALCAR's acetyl group for acetylcholine synthesis. L-Carnitine Fumarate at 500mg provides the Krebs cycle intermediate Fumaric Acid alongside carnitine — the fumarate acts as direct Krebs cycle substrate, supporting the aerobic energy pathway's capacity to oxidize the fatty acids that carnitine is transporting. Total carnitine complex: 2,500mg across three mechanistically complementary forms.†
ProGBB™ (Gamma-Butyrobetaine Ethyl Ester) — 30mg — The Sweat Amplifier
ProGBB is the most unusual thermogenic ingredient in CUTS Diamond's formula and the one most responsible for the intense sweating that defines the CUTS Diamond training experience. GBB (Gamma-Butyrobetaine) is the immediate biosynthetic precursor to L-Carnitine in the body's natural carnitine production pathway — it is the compound that the enzyme gamma-butyrobetaine hydroxylase (with Vitamin C as cofactor) converts to L-Carnitine. Supplementing GBB at the ester (ethyl ester) form for improved bioavailability provides the body with additional carnitine precursor beyond what dietary intake provides, supporting endogenous carnitine synthesis.†
GBB's thermogenic mechanism is its most distinctive feature: it activates thermoreceptors and increases body temperature through a mechanism involving TRPV (transient receptor potential vanilloid) channel stimulation, producing intense, visible sweating during training within 15-30 minutes of ingestion. The sweating response from ProGBB is not simply a cosmetic effect — it reflects genuine elevation of core body temperature and metabolic rate, confirming that thermogenic processes are active. This thermogenic heat generation increases caloric expenditure above what the exercise itself produces. Users encountering ProGBB for the first time are often surprised by how intensely they sweat during a ProGBB-containing session versus their baseline — 30mg is an effective dose for a pronounced response.†
CaloriBurn GP® (Grains of Paradise / Aframomum melegueta Extract) — 40mg — Brown Fat Activator
CaloriBurn GP® is NNB Nutrition's premium Grains of Paradise extract, standardized for the active thermogenic compounds in Aframomum melegueta (a West African spice in the ginger family). The mild spicy sensation that BlackMarket explicitly notes on the CUTS Diamond label comes from CaloriBurn — it is an expected and accurate indicator of the extract's bioactivity, not a formulation error.†
Grains of Paradise is one of the few sports nutrition ingredients with direct human clinical evidence for its mechanism of action. A 2014 study published in the Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology (Sugita et al.) compared Grains of Paradise extract supplementation versus placebo and found that subjects receiving the active compound showed significantly greater whole-body energy expenditure and reduced visceral fat accumulation over the study period. The mechanism: Grains of Paradise activates brown adipose tissue (BAT) through beta-3 adrenergic receptor stimulation. Brown fat is thermogenically active tissue (unlike white adipose tissue, which stores fat) that burns calories to generate heat through a process called non-shivering thermogenesis. BAT activation increases the rate at which the body burns calories through mitochondrial uncoupling — ATP synthesis efficiency is reduced in favor of heat production, increasing total caloric expenditure. At 40mg, CaloriBurn is at the dose range used in published research.†
Evodiamine — 50mg — Thermogenic Alkaloid
Evodiamine is a quinazolinocarboline alkaloid extracted from Evodia rutaecarpa — a fruit used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Its thermogenic mechanism involves activation of TRPV1 (transient receptor potential vanilloid type 1) receptors — the same receptor activated by capsaicin (the active compound in chili peppers) — which increases sympathetic nervous system activity, elevates body temperature, and promotes heat-generating thermogenesis. Evodiamine at 50mg is a meaningful dose for thermogenic effect, contributing to CUTS Diamond's overall heat generation and caloric expenditure alongside CaloriBurn and ProGBB. Evodiamine also demonstrates demonstrated effects on catecholamine release (dopamine and norepinephrine), contributing to the mood and motivation component of the training experience.†
Synephrine — 40mg — Beta-Adrenergic Fat Mobilization
Synephrine (p-Synephrine, from Bitter Orange / Citrus aurantium) is a beta-adrenergic agonist that primarily activates beta-3 adrenergic receptors in adipose tissue — the same receptor population that CaloriBurn's Grains of Paradise activates — increasing lipolysis (the breakdown and release of stored triglycerides from fat cells into the bloodstream). At 40mg, Synephrine is at the upper end of sports nutrition dosing and produces meaningful beta-adrenergic stimulation for fat mobilization, appetite suppression, and metabolic rate increase. Synephrine is prohibited by WADA and NCAA. Not for tested athletes.†
Rauwolscine (Alpha Yohimbine) — The Alpha-2 Receptor Blocker
Rauwolscine (from Rauwolfia Vomitoria root) is the alpha-2 stereoisomer of Yohimbine, with approximately 4-8x the binding affinity for alpha-2 adrenergic receptors versus standard Yohimbine. Alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in fat cells are the primary physiological brake on lipolysis — when occupied by their endogenous ligands (norepinephrine, epinephrine), these receptors suppress the release of fatty acids from fat cells, especially in the stubborn subcutaneous fat depots of the abdomen, hips, and thighs where alpha-2 receptor density is highest. Rauwolscine's alpha-2 blockade removes this inhibition, allowing the beta-adrenergic fat mobilization signals from Synephrine, Evodiamine, and CaloriBurn to operate without counter-regulatory suppression. Rauwolscine also acts as an MAO inhibitor at higher doses and produces meaningful CNS stimulant effects at the doses used in supplements. Rauwolscine is prohibited by WADA and NCAA. Not for tested athletes.†
The Pre-Workout Stack — Pump, Endurance, Energy, Focus
CUTS Diamond is not a fat burner with token pre-workout ingredients added for marketing. The pre-workout half of the formula is fully dosed and stands on its own merits — making it a legitimate choice for maximizing the training session that the thermogenic stack is enhancing.†
L-Citrulline at 5,000mg (pure L-Citrulline, not Citrulline Malate) delivers approximately 5,000mg of actual Citrulline — equivalent to roughly 7,500mg of standard Citrulline Malate 2:1 in actual Citrulline content. This is a full clinical pump dose that drives meaningful nitric oxide production, vasodilation, and the enhanced blood flow that improves both pump aesthetics and nutrient delivery during a cutting session. Beta-Alanine at 3,200mg is the established clinical dose for Carnosine buffering and fatigue delay. Caffeine Anhydrous at 300mg provides strong, reliable energy and focus without the dual-source complexity of some higher-stim products. Mucuna Pruriens (L-DOPA source) contributes dopaminergic motivation and mood. Choline Bitartrate and Alpha GPC together provide the dual choline stack for acetylcholine support and mind-muscle connection — the same approach used in Super bioFREAK WTF at similar intent. Betaine Anhydrous supports power output and body composition over time.†
CUTS Diamond vs. Standard AdreNolyn CUTS
The original AdreNolyn CUTS is a proprietary blend formula — individual ingredient doses are not disclosed. CUTS Diamond is fully transparent — every dose is listed on the label. This matters beyond marketing: when you know you're getting 1,500mg LCLT, 40mg CaloriBurn at a research-validated dose, and 30mg ProGBB, you can make informed decisions about stacking and cycling rather than guessing at what's actually in your serving. CUTS Diamond is also 25 servings versus the original's 30, at $5 more — the cost-per-serving difference is real but reflects the significantly more comprehensive and precisely dosed formula.†
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why does CUTS Diamond taste slightly spicy?
CaloriBurn GP® (Grains of Paradise extract) has a mild peppery, spicy character — it's in the ginger family, and the active compounds that produce its thermogenic effects are also responsible for the taste. BlackMarket discloses this prominently on the label because it surprises first-time users. It is not a formulation error, a quality issue, or a sign the product has degraded. It is confirmation that the CaloriBurn extract is present and bioactive. If you can taste it, it's working.† -
What is ProGBB and why will I sweat more than usual?
ProGBB is a branded Gamma-Butyrobetaine Ethyl Ester — the immediate biosynthetic precursor to L-Carnitine in the body. Its thermogenic effect is genuine: GBB stimulates thermoreceptors and increases core body temperature, producing intense sweating during training that is significantly more pronounced than your baseline without ProGBB. The sweating is not just cosmetic — it reflects actual increases in body temperature and metabolic rate. Most users experience this noticeably during their first CUTS Diamond session and consider it one of the formula's most distinctive effects.† -
Can CUTS Diamond be used on non-training days or just for cardio?
CUTS Diamond's fat-burning components — particularly CaloriBurn, ProGBB, Synephrine, the carnitine complex, and Rauwolscine — are relevant during any form of physical activity, including cardio, HIIT, or weight training. The pre-workout components (Citrulline, Beta-Alanine, Caffeine, Alpha GPC) are most relevant for weight training sessions. For pure cardio days, the formula is entirely appropriate — the thermogenic stack is well-suited to cardio contexts and the Citrulline provides cardiovascular pump that enhances blood flow during aerobic training. Not recommended for non-training days due to the 300mg caffeine and Rauwolscine content.† -
Is CUTS Diamond appropriate for tested athletes?
No. CUTS Diamond contains Synephrine and Rauwolscine (Alpha Yohimbine) — both compounds are prohibited by WADA, the NCAA, and most professional sports organizations. Athletes in any tested sport must not use this product. The carnitine complex, CaloriBurn, Evodiamine, Citrulline, and Beta-Alanine are all permitted — but the presence of Synephrine and Rauwolscine makes the entire formula non-compliant for tested environments.†
How to Take BlackMarket Labs CUTS Diamond
Mix 1 scoop in 8-10oz of water 15-30 minutes before training. Start with half a scoop to assess individual tolerance — the Rauwolscine (Alpha Yohimbine) in particular can produce anxiety or discomfort in sensitive individuals at full dose. Do not exceed 1 scoop per day. Do not combine with other stimulant-containing products. Do not take within 6 hours of bedtime. Expect pronounced sweating — this is expected and reflects the ProGBB and CaloriBurn thermogenic activity. Not for persons under 18. Not for pregnant or nursing women. Not for tested athletes.†
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Who Should Not Take CUTS Diamond
- Not for persons under 18 years of age
- Not for pregnant or nursing women
- Not for tested athletes — contains Synephrine and Rauwolscine (Alpha Yohimbine), both prohibited by WADA and NCAA
- Not for individuals with cardiovascular conditions, high blood pressure, or heart arrhythmia — 300mg caffeine plus Synephrine and Rauwolscine is a significant combined adrenergic load
- Not for individuals with anxiety disorders — Alpha Yohimbine (Rauwolscine) is anxiogenic in susceptible individuals even at low doses
- Not for individuals with thyroid conditions without physician clearance — Synephrine and Evodiamine both affect thyroid and sympathetic activity
- Not for individuals with MAO inhibitor use or psychiatric medications — Rauwolscine has MAO inhibitory properties at higher doses
- Do not combine with other stimulants or fat burners
- Consult a physician before use if taking any prescription medications
- Keep out of reach of children.
†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.