During the run
Citrus-maple hydration mix
A lightly flavored bottle made from water, maple syrup, citrus, and table salt.
- Prep
- 5 minutes
- Total
- 5 minutes
- Yield
- 1 × 500 ml bottle
Ingredients
What you need
- 500 ml (about 17 fl oz) cold water
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon or lime juice
- 1/8 teaspoon fine table salt
Method
Make it
- Add half the water to a clean 500 ml bottle.
- Add the maple syrup, citrus juice, and salt. Close and shake until the salt dissolves.
- Top with the remaining water, shake again, and chill until needed.
Pack and keep
Storage
Refrigerate and use within 24 hours. Wash the bottle promptly after use.
On the move
Use a leak-tested soft flask or bottle. Shake once before drinking if it has been sitting.
Estimated nutrition
Approximately 26 g carbohydrate and 290 mg sodium per bottle. Values vary by ingredient brand and measurement.
Allergens
No major U.S. food allergens in the listed ingredients; check individual labels.