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Refreshingly Easy Homemade Electrolyte Drink Recipe for Optimal Hydration

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A simple, natural electrolyte drink made with fresh citrus juices, raw honey, sea salt, and optional coconut water and mint, perfect for quick hydration after workouts or during hot days.

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) raw honey (or agave syrup/maple syrup)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (or Himalayan pink salt)
  • 4 cups (950 ml) cold filtered water
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) coconut water (optional)
  • A few sprigs fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Juice the citrus: Squeeze about 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice into your pitcher. Strain through a fine mesh sieve if you want pulp-free juice.
  2. Add honey and salt: Stir in 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of raw honey and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt. Mix well until the honey dissolves completely, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in water: Add 4 cups (950 ml) of cold filtered water. Stir thoroughly to combine. If using coconut water, add 1/2 cup (120 ml) here.
  4. Adjust to taste: Taste the drink and add more honey or water if too tart, or more lemon/lime juice if too sweet.
  5. Add optional mint: Lightly bruise a few fresh mint leaves with the back of a spoon and add to the drink for a refreshing herbal note.
  6. Chill: Refrigerate the drink for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and cool.
  7. Serve: Pour over ice cubes, garnish with a lemon or lime slice if desired, and enjoy.

Notes

Roll lemons and limes on the countertop before juicing to get more juice. Dissolve honey and salt in a small amount of warm water if honey is thick. Adjust salt carefully to avoid overly salty taste. Bruise mint leaves to release aroma. Store in fridge up to 3 days and stir before serving.

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Keywords: electrolyte drink, homemade sports drink, hydration, natural electrolyte, lemon lime drink, healthy beverage, raw honey, coconut water

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