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Homemade Gatorade


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

A refreshing, electrolyte-packed sports drink you can make at home with simple pantry ingredients—perfect for rehydration during workouts, hot days, or after illness.


Ingredients

4 cups water, divided

2 tablespoons sugar (or honey or maple syrup)

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)

Optional: pinch of baking soda for extra electrolytes

Optional: 1/2 cup 100% fruit juice (orange, grape, or berry) for flavor variety


Instructions

In a pitcher, combine 2 cups hot water with sugar (or honey) and salt, stirring until fully dissolved.

Add lemon juice, lime juice, and optional baking soda and fruit juice.

Pour in remaining 2 cups cold water and stir well to combine.

Taste and adjust sweetness, salt, or citrus to your preference.

Chill in the refrigerator until cold, or serve immediately over ice.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast