Description
Stay refreshed with this homemade electrolyte drink, perfect for post-workout recovery or hot days. Bursting with citrus flavors and natural sweetness, it replenishes essential electrolytes while keeping you hydrated. Enjoy a delicious blend of lemon, lime, and orange juices, enhanced with a touch of honey or maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of water (filtered or coconut water)
- 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 1/4 cup of fresh lime juice (about 2–3 limes)
- 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
- 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda (optional, for added electrolytes)
- 1/2 cup of orange juice (freshly squeezed is best)
- 1/4 teaspoon of magnesium powder (optional, for extra electrolytes)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pitcher or mixing bowl, pour in the 4 cups of water. If youre using coconut water, substitute it for regular water for a tropical twist.
- Squeeze the juice from the lemons and limes, adding the 1/4 cup of lemon juice and 1/4 cup of lime juice to the water.
- Stir in the 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Add the 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice for flavor and vitamin C.
- Sprinkle in the 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt for sodium, essential for hydration.
- Optionally, add the 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to balance pH levels and add sodium bicarbonate.
- For an extra boost, consider adding the optional 1/4 teaspoon of magnesium powder.
- Stir the mixture thoroughly with a whisk or long spoon until all ingredients are well combined and the sweetener is dissolved.
- Taste the drink and adjust sweetness or acidity as needed.
- Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir again before serving. Optionally strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp.
- Pour into glasses filled with ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving again.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness and acidity to your preference.
- Feel free to experiment with different citrus fruits for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes