Everyone knows that energy drinks are a popular way to replace a morning cup of coffee, perk up in the afternoon, or recharge after a workout.
But buying energy drinks regularly can get expensive, and there are many different recipes you can use to make your own drinks at home for a fraction of the price.
There are different types of energy drinks you can make at home including caffeine-based ones, electrolyte-based sports drinks, and energy-boosting coconut water drinks.
Caffeine-Based
Energy Drink
2 lemons
½ cup (113 g) sugar
1 large orange
4 teaspoons dried ginseng root
320 mg caffeine powder
4 g taurine powder
240 mg ginko biloba
2 cups (470 ml) boiling water
2 cups (470 ml) pear cider, for serving
Makes 4 servings
Homemade Sports Drink
1 cup (235 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
1 cup (235 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
¾ teaspoon (4.5 g) salt
½ cup plus 2 tablespoons (141 g) sugar
6½ cups (1.5 L) cold water
Makes eight 8-ounce servings
Coconut Water Energy Drink
1 cup (235 ml) boiling water
1 teaspoon (2 g) green tea leaves
1 lemon
½ cup (118 ml) cherry juice
½ cup (118 ml) coconut water
½ cup (118 ml) soda water
1 teaspoon (5 ml) agave nectar
Ice cubes
Makes two 10-ounce servings
