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Original Gatorade Recipe

Published: July 8, 2025 Prep Time: About 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: About 10 minutes Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Category: Beverage Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon potassium chloride
  • 1/4 teaspoon citric acid
  • 1/8 teaspoon sodium chloride

Instructions

  1. In large pitcher, combine water and sugar
  2. Stir until sugar dissolves
  3. Add lemon juice and orange juice
  4. Stir in salt and potassium chloride
  5. Add citric acid and sodium chloride
  6. Mix until well combined
  7. Refrigerate until cold
  8. Serve over ice

Special Notes

This homemade Gatorade recipe recreates the original sports drink. The combination of electrolytes and citrus creates refreshing flavor. The key is to dissolve all ingredients completely for the best taste. This drink is perfect for athletes and can be stored in the refrigerator. For extra flavor, you can add different fruits or spices. The Gatorade should be served cold for the best experience.

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