Sports Drink
Stay hydrated and energized with this easy homemade Sports Drink, a perfect blend of natural ingredients to fuel your next workout or busy day. Crafted with 100% orange juice, a splash of fresh lemon juice, and lightly sweetened with honey or agave syrup, this recipe delivers a refreshing dose of electrolytes without the artificial additives of store-bought options. A pinch of salt and baking soda provide essential sodium and bicarbonates to support hydration and recovery, making it an ideal choice for athletes or anyone in need of a hydration boost. Ready in just 5 minutes with zero cooking required, this DIY sports drink is as convenient as it is wholesome. Serve it chilled for the ultimate thirst-quenching experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Orange juice (100% juice, no added sugar)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Honey or agave syrup
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Baking soda
Instructions
In a large pitcher or mixing bowl, pour in 4 cups of water.
Add 1 cup of 100% orange juice and 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the water.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey or agave syrup until it dissolves completely.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of baking soda to the mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or salt levels if needed, based on your preference.
Transfer the sports drink into a bottle or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
Shake or stir the drink before serving. Serve cold for the best refreshment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 623 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 549 mg | 12% | |
*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.
