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After years of taking workout classes, sweating through gym sessions, and stationary biking at home, I’ve realized how big a role hydration plays in my performance. Since I can’t chug litres of water while working out, at least without making myself feel queasy, I’ve relied on electrolytes to help see me through. The downside? They’re usually packed with sugar and unnecessary additives.
When I heard about Liquid I.V. Electrolyte Drink Mixes and took a dip into its reviews, I must admit, I was influenced.
Let’s get into the details. Each sachet of Liquid I.V. Electrolyte Drink Mix is 50 calories, containing 13 grams of carbohydrates, 11 grams of sugar, and 500 milligrams of sodium. They also include vitamins B3, B5, B6, and vitamin C. All blends skip GMOs, artificial colours, and artificial flavours, too.
There are currently five flavours available, most inspired by fruits. The brand sometimes introduces limited-edition seasonal flavours, like the Firecracker mix for summer. If you're curious, here’s what we’re currently working with:
Firecracker
Lemon Lime
Passion Fruit
Strawberry
Tropical Punch
Now, just to warn you, these mixes pack a punch in the flavour department. I’m not a huge fan of the strawberry flavour, but I’m a hater of artificial strawberry, so that should come as no surprise. Firecracker, Tropical Punch, and Passionfruit are definitely the winners in my book. Tropical Punch has notes of tangerine nectar, pineapple and cherry flavours, while Firecracker tastes like the classic tri-tone popsicle, with notes of lemon lime, cherry, and raspberry.
As I mentioned, the flavours are quite strong, so if you’re looking to just get a hint of flavour, you’ll want to add more water to offset the taste. The recommended ratio is one sachet of Liquid I.V. per 500 millilitres of water, but the ratio really is up to you.
In terms of texture, these mixes get a 10/10. They blend like a dream, with no clumping or graininess left behind after a quick shake (I usually dump them in my Owala water bottle).
While packaging isn’t my first priority when it comes to choosing an electrolyte powder, I appreciate that these come in individually portioned packs instead of a scoopable tub. This means you can just grab and go, and bring extra for when you need them (this is especially great for travelling). Each bag comes with 18 sachets, so it’ll last you a while. I do wish the sachets were recyclable because they do lead to excess waste.
All in all, the Liquid I.V. Electrolyte Drink Mixes are a simple way to boost hydration when exercising or during the hottest months of the year, when you’re sweating more than usual. They mix easily, leaving no clumps or graininess behind, and the flavours, at least in my opinion, are delicious.
The electrolyte drink mixes from Liquid I.V. are climbing up the bestseller charts, and reviewers are loving them. They have an impressive rating of 4.3 stars, and people are overwhelmingly impressed by the taste and their boosted hydration. They also love that they come in pre-portioned packs, making them easy to throw in their bags and go. Some find the flavours too strong and others don’t like the added sugar, but most agree that they’re delicious and easy to work into any routine.
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