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| Nutrition Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
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Serving Size 1 (22g) Recipe makes 8 servings |
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| Calories 48 | ||
| Calories from Fat 0 | (0%) | |
| Amount Per Serving | %DV | |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 0.0g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | ||
| Trans Fat 0.0g | ||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | |
| Sodium 163mg | 6% | |
| Potassium 0mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.4g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% | |
| Sugars 11.9g | ||
| Protein 0.0g | 0% | |
Ingredients
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1 (1/4 ounce) envelope unsweetened flavored drink mix (enough for 2 quarts)
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt (sodium chloride)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt substitute (potassium chloride; eg. Morton Salt Substitute)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup granular fructose (can substitute 1/4 cup plus 2 tbs. corn syrup)
- 1/2 teaspoon citric acid (can substitute 2 tbs. lemon juice)
- water, to make 2 quarts
Directions
1
Place all ingredients in a large pitcher or jug and stir or shake until well mixed.2
Chill and keep refrigerated until used.3
Note: Adjust sweetness to taste by adding (or in rare cases reducing) a little sugar since drink mixes can vary.
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Featured Reviews for This Recipe
From: Chef #430611
On Jan 15, 2007
My husband prefers the Gatorade "Rain" when we buy it at the store, so I have been using the measurements for the recipe as given but adding enough water to make a full gallon. It is very tasty, very close to the real thing, and we are saving at least $10.00 a week. I love this recipe!!!
From: Chef #348145
On Sep 1, 2006
I tried this recipe with corn syrup and little bit more sugar than shown in the recipe.... and it actually turned out really really nice. I've been making a lot of this stuff lately. :D
From: Houseblend
On Jan 16, 2007
Just as a thought: much design and testing goes in to Gatorade product. The original product is meant to hydrate by matching the osmolarity of the cells in your body, therefore maintaining proper hydration levels. A homemade version may or may not be able to serve the same purpose, and may actually throw off the balance of sodium and potassium. Just food for thought....
From: Vino Girl
On Jul 20, 2004
I made this as written (using the listed ingredients, and not the alternates), and unfortunately nobody liked it. I am sorry to write a poor review - I do think this recipe is going in the right direction, but it needs some changes that I was unable to figure out.
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