Energizing + Hydrating Electrolyte Drink
Hydration is so important and so easy to forget, which is why I adore this recipe. It upgrades water in the best way – making it not only easy, but fun to hit your hydration goals. This drink is perfect for sunny days, post-workout recovery, or fuel for living, truly.
The ginger, orange juice, and maple syrup create a unique + irresistible sweet and tangy taste. I have tried so many (too many) hydration drinks that taste strange and have an uncomfortable after taste. Honestly, this is like drinking a dessert.
Before I tried this, I was very intimidated by the concept of making my own hydration drink. But, I promise, it’s easy and quick. For some reason, I was under the impression that it’s more difficult to create a homemade hydration drink than it is to make a meal – spoiler alert: it’s not! This takes 20 minutes, tops, to produce.
Personally, I prefer this cold, but I have friends who prefer it warm. Either way – you’re benefiting from the nutrients and electrolytes from the ginger and orange juice.
This stays good for five days, unless you freeze in ice cube mold. I cannot recommend this enough – it creates the perfect hydration treat for a warm day!
Energizing and Hydrating Electrolyte Drink
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1-2 inch chunk ginger smashed and rougly chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 2-3 tbsp maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Add water, orange juice, lemon juice, and ginger to a sauce pan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.
- Add baking soda and salt, stir to dissolve, about 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Remove pot from the heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey until fully dissolved.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl or pitcher. Pour the mixture drink into the bowl through the strainer.
- Serve hot or cold. To serve cold, wait for the juice to cool fully before transferring to refrigerator in closed containers.
- Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days and enjoy or pour into ice cube molds and freeze. Electrolyte ice cubes can be added to water or juice for an extra boost of hydration.