Homemade Electrolyte Drink Wholesome Yum

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for making an electrolytes drink, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.

Lemon Juice – Fresh lemon juice tastes best, but you can use bottled for convenience, or even lime juice if you prefer. Apple Cider Vinegar – A great natural source of electrolytes! It also adds a tangy kick to the electrolyte beverage. Sea Salt – Provides sodium. Potassium Chloride – This is a natural electrolyte supplement, usually labeled as a sodium-free salt replacement like this. Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – Let’s be real, a blend of lemon juice and ACV is going to taste pretty sour on its own! While many drinks like this have added sugar, I chose Besti to sweeten this homemade electrolyte drink. This natural sweetener has zero calories, is gentle on blood sugar, and unlike artificial sweeteners, it has no aftertaste. It’s also perfect for mixing into drinks (both hot and cold), because it dissolves effortlessly! You could use my zero sugar simple syrup instead, but I don’t recommend most other sugar substitutes because most don’t dissolve properly.

How To Make A Homemade Electrolyte Drink

This section shows how to make your own DIY electrolyte drink, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card. As written, this DIY electrolyte drink includes sodium and potassium as the primary electrolytes, though the ACV does add some magnesium as well. If you need extra magnesium (to help with muscle cramps or sleep), add a dash of magnesium glycinate powder (this is a good kind for effective absorption). Be careful though, because too much magnesium can have side effects, such as diarrhea or vomiting. [Source] Making this drink is so easy! Simply combine all the ingredients together in a mason jar. Close the lid and shake, until the sweetener dissolves. Add more sweetener to taste if you like. You can serve this homemade electrolyte drink as is, or pour over ice. So refreshing!

Flavor Variations

This recipe has a lemony flavor, but you can easily adjust it! Here are some ideas:

Common Questions

What are electrolytes? Electrolytes are essential minerals that conduct electricity when dissolved in water, including sodium, potassium, chlorida, and potassium, among others. Correct electrolyte levels help with fluid balance, make sure the body’s PH levels are right, move nutrients and waste in and out of cells, and make sure that nerves, muscles, heart, brain, and bodily functions work the way they should [Source]. What drinks have electrolytes? Coconut water is one of the best natural electrolyte drinks. Fruit juices, cow’s milk, and store-bought sports drinks also contain electrolytes, but have high amounts of sugar, so are not ideal sources for that reason. A homemade electrolyte drink without added sugar is a great alternative! Can I drink electrolyte water every day? It’s okay to have one electrolyte drink every day, especially if you are active or on a keto diet (to avoid keto flu), but more than that is not recommended. Ideal electrolyte levels are a balance, so just as you don’t want them too low, you don’t want them too high either. [Source]

Storage Instructions

You can make this natural electrolyte drink ahead and store in mason jars (I like these) in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. Stir or shake before serving over ice.