Homemade Gatorade
Rehydrate and refuel naturally with this refreshing and easy-to-make Homemade Gatorade recipe! Packed with the tangy flavors of fresh orange and lemon juice, a touch of honey or agave syrup for natural sweetness, and a hint of sea salt for crucial electrolytes, this DIY sports drink is a healthier alternative to store-bought options. Optional calcium magnesium powder adds an extra boost for muscle support, making it perfect for post-workout recovery or staying energized on a hot day. With just five minutes of prep time and simple ingredients you likely already have at home, this vibrant electrolyte drink is ready to chill and serve. Enjoy it cold over ice and feel revitalized with every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey or agave syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Optional: Calcium magnesium powder
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl or pitcher, combine the water, orange juice, and lemon juice.
Add the honey or agave syrup, and stir well until fully dissolved.
Mix in the sea salt and optional calcium magnesium powder (if using). Stir until fully incorporated.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding more honey/agave, or adjust salt if needed for balance.
Transfer the homemade Gatorade to a bottle or jar with a tight seal for storage.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve cold over ice for best results.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1194 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
