These quick homemade electrolyte drinks are made with real fruit, natural sweeteners, and sea salt, no pricey powders and artificial colors. Perfect for athletes and people living in a hot climate.

Homemade electrolyte drinks of different flavors in glass bottles, with featured ingredients visible in the photo.

As someone married to an athlete and currently pregnant, I cannot overstate how important it is to stay on top of your hydration. As we head into the summer, these refreshing homemade electrolyte drinks will help you replenish liquids and salts.

My favorite part is that it tastes fresh and natural. A little tartness from lemon juice, sweetness of coconut water and maple syrup, plus a hint of fresh fruit. Yum!

Why You’ll Love This

  • Made with whole, simple ingredients without artificial additives. Hydration has never been easier!
  • You can make different flavors by choosing your favorite fruit (or whatever you already have in your freezer).
  • Sure, it’s easier to grab a bottle of electrolytes from the shop, but if you make these homemade electrolyte drinks, you can save money and reduce plastic waste.
  • Ready in 5 minutes! Even though technically it’s more effort, it’s not that difficult.
  • Great for workouts, sick days, or hot summer afternoons. From personal experience, also great during pregnancy!

Key Ingredients

Ingredients for homemade electrolyte drinks laid out and labeled on a white background.
  • Frozen fruit add flavor and color. Mango, strawberry, and blueberry all work great, but you can also use a different berry or even a mix.
  • Coconut water is a natural source of potassium and electrolytes.
  • Lemon or lime juice adds brightness and a bit more electrolyte punch.
  • Maple syrup brings natural sweetness (as much or as little as you want) and just enough energy for a boost.
  • Sea salt replaces sodium lost through sweat.

Hack It!

  • Use watermelon instead of frozen fruit for a refreshing summer version. Really, you can use a variety of frozen fruit with high water content (by that I mean, no peach or banana).
  • Swap maple syrup for date syrup or agave, or skip it altogether.
  • No coconut water? Use extra water and a pinch more salt and citrus juice.
  • Add mint leaves or fresh ginger before blending for a herbal twist.
  • Freeze in ice cube trays for cute hydration cubes.

How to Make Homemade Electrolyte Drinks

Frozen strawberries with other ingredients for homemade electrolyte drink in a high-speed blender.

Step 1: In a blender, combine the frozen fruit of choice (e.g. strawberries) with coconut water, water, maple syrup, citrus juice, and salt. Blend until smooth.

Mango variation of homemade electrolyte drinks, blended in a high-speed blender until smooth.

Step 2: Depending on the fruit you used, you might want to strain your mixture through a fine mesh sieve for smoother texture.

Homemade electrolyte drinks flavored with strawberry, blueberry, and mango, served in glass bottles.

Step 3: Pour into a glass or reusable bottle. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days. 

Homemade electrolyte drink served with a slice of lime and ice.

Step 4: Serve with or without ice, with a slice of citrus (optional).

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it keep?

Up to 4 days in the fridge in a sealed jar or bottle.

Can I use fresh or canned fruit instead of frozen?

Totally! Just add a few ice cubes if you want it chilled right away. Also, make sure that you’re using fruit or berries with high water content.

Does it taste salty?

I wouldn’t say so. The salt is balanced by the sweetness and citrus, enhancing the natural flavors.

More Plant-Based Refreshing Drinks

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Mango flavored homemade electrolyte drink.
Mango flavored homemade electrolyte drink.

The Recipe: Homemade Electrolyte Drinks

Delicious 5-minute recipe for refreshing electrolyte drinks, where you get to choose the flavor.
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Servings: 3
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup frozen fruit, I used mango, strawberry, and blueberries for 3 different flavors
  • 1½ cup coconut water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup, adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
  • ¼ tsp salt, preferably sea salt or Himalayan pink salt

Equipment

Instructions 

  • In a blender, combine the frozen fruit, coconut water, water, maple syrup, citrus juice, and salt. 
  • Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve if you want a smoother texture. Pour into a glass or reusable bottle and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Use watermelon instead of frozen fruit for a refreshing summer version. Really, you can use a variety of frozen fruit with high water content (by that I mean, no peach or banana).
  • Swap maple syrup for date syrup or agave, or skip it altogether.
  • No coconut water? Use extra water and a pinch more salt and citrus juice.
  • Add mint leaves or fresh ginger before blending for a herbal twist.
  • Freeze in ice cube trays for cute hydration cubes.
Calories: 48.5kcal, Carbohydrates: 10.9g, Protein: 0.9g, Fat: 0.3g, Saturated Fat: 0.2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g, Sodium: 324.5mg, Potassium: 327.2mg, Fiber: 1.7g, Sugar: 8.3g, Vitamin A: 6.2IU, Vitamin C: 5.1mg, Calcium: 39.9mg, Iron: 0.4mg
Cuisine: American
Course: Drinks
Author: carleigh