20 Best Energy Packets For Water (2023 Updated)

Before I started drinking DripDrop, I was hospitalized twice to get intravenous fluids for acute kidney injuries due to severe dehydration caused by an over-active ostomy (equivalent to severe diarrhea) before I finally got to see a doctor at Emory University’s Short Bowel Syndrome Clinic, and he told me to drink DripDrop only (no other beverages or liquids of any kind).

It’s been an amazing change. With Drip Drop, I am able to stay hydrated enough to avoid kidney injury, so I haven’t needed intravenous fluids despite my still much-more-active-than-ideal ostomy. (I’m also following the University of Virginia’s Short Bowel Diet, as prescribed by my Emory doctor.

) And, unlike other oral rehydration solutions I’d been told to drink by other doctors, DripDrop doesn’t make me gag! I enjoy drinking DripDrop because it tastes good! I suppose that if I could drink regular beverages I might find that DripDrop’s flavors would suffer in comparison, but DripDrop is definitely the best tasting medical drink I’ve ever had! The least expensive way I found to buy DripDrop is by subscription from DripDrop.

com because you get free shipping and 25% off, and the subscription cancellation/change policy is so flexible that it doesn’t make financial sense to me to buy it any other way. I recommend starting with one each of the three different variety packs to find out which flavors you like best (and then, if you have preferences, just get your favorite flavors).

My favorite DripDrop flavors are Cherry (cold), Spiced Apple Cider (hot), Hibiscus (hot), and Honey Lemon Ginger (hot).

I’m in a ‘worse’ patch of a still undiagnosed stomach/GI issue that doesn’t allow me to eat or drink without nausea and then vomiting 50% of the time for weeks. So I avoid eating and drinking for 10 hours at work because I can’t gamble with my employment.

Low-blood sugar and chronic dehydration then cause weakness, dizziness, headaches, shakiness, mood swings, memory issues, and exhaustion. I need EVERY DROP of water and food I manage to consume to be the most effective it can be for it’s volume to keep me scraping-by-level functional and hopefully less miserable while I wait for even more testing.

I notice a MASSIVE difference in how I feel when I put two drip drops in a big bottle of water and try to finish it by the end of the day versus water only. I also know I drink more partly because it’s more appealing than just water sometimes since I only really eat and drink in the evening on work days.

I miss food and yummy flavors. It’s nice to have flavor just for fun again. Flavors: I’ve tried watermelon, berry, orange, lemon, and strawberry lemonade. I know taste is subjective as hell, but hopefully this is still helpful.

I can’t wait to try the pineapple coconut. [Dripdrop- Please make an Arnold Palmer or iced tea, or better yet Peach iced tea! I would drink peach tea all day, if I could. ] Strength of flavor from strongest to mildest: orange, berry, watermelon, lemon, strawberry lemonade.

Sweetness from sweetest to hint of tartness: watermelon, berry, orange, strawberry lemonade, lemon. Even the sweetest of these is like half as sweet to me as Pedialyte, for reference, so it’s still pleasant and not like drinking synthetic candy versions of what someone imagines fruit to taste like having only heard a description.

Sorry, I really hated bottled Pedialyte. Watermelon: easy to drink, refreshing, and my favorite. Tastes better cold, seems a little too sweet for me at room temp but that’s a nit-pick. Better as a beverage solo than with food since it does have more flavor.

Watermelony pink color. Strawberry Lemonade: a step less sweet and less strong of a flavor than watermelon, but still a light sweetish flavor that is nice with snackfood or alone. Half as sweet or less than Pedialyte’s strawberry lemonade powder, which is the least sweet of their product that I’ve tried.

2nd favorite. Subtle pale pink. Berry: I gave my dad the same flavors and he prefers berry. It’s similar stregth and sweetness to watermelon. Pinky purple. Orange: too strong for me personally, I have to add a lot if extra water and that’s not always an option for me.

It’s not bad though, it’s just not to my taste. Orange flavor with a capital ‘O’ – it’s yummy but not subtle. This would be the one for someone weaning themselves off orange Gatorade, or who likes Gatorade but wants something more hydrating and less sugary.

Lemon: this is the one for you if you don’t really like sweet beverages! It doesn’t taste exactly like fresh lemon in water but it is more to that side than to the cloying sweetness of things like Pedialyte, powder Gatorade, and Propel.

I was expecting a sugary lemon since this category of product is universally very sweet, but this is an exception which is perfect for the person who never bothered trying drinks like this because of that.

This one looks just a bit white/cloudy to me. The most subtle color by far of those I’ve tried if you’re trying to not call attention to a bright orange or pink beverage at the office or church or something (haha, I don’t even know where people go anymore.

) Since I work on the same 1L bottle of water all day, I like to mix 2 flavors. My favorite combo is Watermelon & Strawberry Lemonade, and Berry & Lemon is good too. If you’re on the fence, the mix pack is nice.

I’m using up the ones I like just a bit less to mix. I think strawberry lemonade is the most crowd-pleasing so far since it’s more balanced sweetness and more subtle flavor. I realize I look bonkers for writing this much, but I know this product has been one of the things getting me through the past couple months.

I lost 10% of my body weight in 5 weeks despite my very best efforts. 5 weeks on 600 calories & 1\2 liters of water and vomiting every other day? Yeah, I think I was flirting with dangerous dehydration.

I definitely feel a very big difference- I ran out and just wrapped up a week of none and it’s been kinda miserable again. Things are still rough overall, but I’m not being without dripdrop again and am completely finished looking for and trying different brands (I tried MANY.

) The cherry on top: I really appreciate this company’s commitment to giving back. 25% off for subscribers is generous. Their charity work to help people without access to IV fluids is awesome. I feel better about spending money for myself because I know it’s helping someone else facing how debilitating dehydration can be.

I have it easy in the scheme of things and I like contributing to someone else not as lucky, even in a small way.

I couldn’t find a liquid iv flavor I really liked, they all taste like artificial sugar to me and they didnt really seem to be helping me hydrate it wasnt really different from drinking water for me.

Dripdrop was different. It still took me a while to get used to the flavor but really helped with headaches and just feeling unwell from being dehydrated. They work faster than anything else if youve been working out in the heat and sun.

They’re also the only hydration drink my kids will use, they hate pedialyte. The flavors took a bit of getting used to but to me werent as offensive as other drinks. Well some of them, I have strong feelings on some of the flavors.

My husband likes the orange flavor which tastes like old school drink tang. I like lemon flavor and berry. The grape, cherry and fruit punch taste like popsicles and are good for my kids. They’ve made a huge difference for me.

Great tasting, easy to mix, and convenient to carry! Price is awesome, compared to other drinks and variety of flavors at finger tips! Referred this to family and friends! Grandkids love to make it and drink it! Best of “sugar free” and healthy, a wife & grandma can not ask for more, everyone is satisfied and love it!.

My husband uses this product daily for work and we have given to our grandson to help him stay hydrated. He loves it and has shared it with his friends. We have also shared with our nephew and kids to help keep them hydrated.

They love the taste and sugar free makes it better.

Great product for cramps brought on by exertion in high heat or as a reaction to medication taken for other problems. My husband and I have both been using it for over ten years and have had no problems.

It is also suitable for myself as a Type 1 diabetic who was unable to take other electrolytes due to their high sugar content.

I love these drink mixes! I bought them for my husband whose diabetic but got to like them for myself. They taste great, almost no calories or carb. I got my whole family drinking them. I have to ship them to Canada for my sister because she loves them so much and can’t seem to find them.

I also love this variety pack, it has 4 different flavors, all great, very economical. I just love em!.

Well, overall, I do like this product, and most of these flavors. The only one I don’t like is the lemonade. It’s way too sour for me, but it is good when combined with the wild strawberry energy one.

The cherry pomegranate flavor is also good, and so is the wild strawberry. The raspberry lemonade was good also, but it had a hint of too much sour. Overall, I would rate it 9/10, but since I can’t do that with the stars, I’ll go four out of five.

I also wish it came with more packets in it for each flavor, since I usually like to double up the packets, because I like it stronger than just what one gives me, flavor-wise. But, overall, if you like to flavor your water, it is a good choice for that, assuming you’re not allergic/intolerant to aspartame, which, unfortunately, affects phenylketonurics.

But, since as far as I know, that I don’t have that problem, I can consume it without major risks, except some studies have linked it to cancer. But, it hasn’t been definitively proven yet by any scientific studies.

I have been using SiS for more than 10 years. I have tried while racing professionally and continue to use for big days out in the back country. I’ve continued to use the product as it doesn’t give false “highs” when being used.

SiS works with the body so that you can have prolonged performance at the same intensity. The only other brand I’d use is Tailwind nutrition, but SiS is always the first choice.

I normally use orange SIS electrolyte but saw black currant flavour and fancied a change. The price was better, so I stocked up and I’m impressed. Not sickly sweet, just right. It’s very effective support for long rides.

I’m normally above 100 miles per ride and I use two bottles each with two scoops. I never blow up or bonk with this mixture.

This is my favourite electrolyte. I find the lemon flavour relatively fresh for what it is inevitably quiet a sweet tasty electrolyte . Powder is easy to make up

I think that biosteel is a better substitute for pre workout 🏋️‍♂️ drink mix because it helps improve dehydration for those who prefer to drink water that’s flavoured rather than drinking just plain water.

Also, it doesn’t cause any effect towards anyone health and appearance due to it’s unusual ingredients inside baths pre workout 🏋️‍♂️ drink mix. Plus, it’s considered safe just like 👍 the other liquid/powdered drink mix that people purchase from grocery stores.

And finally, I would recommend those who drink water should enhance it with flavour with this drink formula, if you can’t find or afford to purchase this product. you can purchase regular liquid/powdered drink mix at any grocery store that’s close to you.

Stay fully hydrated with this brand! The #1 benefit hydrating drink formula that will help people feels like a new man/women.

I am very happy with Biosteel. I really like their products and it helps me drink way more water than I normally would without adding a lot of extra sugar to my diet. I would recommend Biosteel to any weekend warrior athlete like myself who is just trying to get the most out of what little athletic talent I have during men’s league games.

I find the flavour nice, but not overpowering. I do heavily dilute my drinks to get some flavour and allow me to drink more water. I find this effective for my needs and I don’t find that the flavour is bad even when you go up to 4 times the amount of water when compared to the suggest amount.

I had a minor customer service issue which was completely my fault, nothing to do with Biosteel and I was very pleased with how Biosteel employees listened to my concerns and helped me though it. I was very pleased and thankful for their customer service team.

Overall, I’ve had a great experience with Biosteel and would recommend this company and their products to anyone looking to improve their overall health.

Four years ago, meeting the hydration needs of my young son proved a challenge. He was a very active young athlete. However, he has Tourette Syndrome, which causes involuntary motor and vocal tics. At the time, primary sports were golf and hockey.

Especially on the golf side, having uncontrollable tics can be problematic, but 4 hours in the sun dehydrates oneself. The biggest problem we had with every other “sports drink” was sugar, caffeine, artificial flavour, and artificial clour.

These are all bad for tics and can cause them to flare. Thank goodness we found Biosteel, pure, no sugar or caffeine, no artificial. This allowed him to hydrate and not be affected by the ingredients.

He uses it for pre-hydration, during, and after—no impact at all on his Tourette. Perhaps being so well hydrated even helps subdue some of the tics.

This product is a solid electrolyte replenishment drink. It is very convenient, coming in the little packets. The flavors taste great and are different than the usual flavors. It has no added sugar, which is a super bonus.

But what is most important here is that this is a fantastic way to get much needed potassium and magnesium in your day. Most of us don’t get enough of these minerals. Leg cramps? On Keto? Getting muscle twitches? Constipated? This type of product can help with all these things! Then add the Lion’s Mane – which is a great adaptogen for mental health, this product really covers many bases – and more than it’s competitors.

IQ Mix Non-GMO, gluten free, dairy free, soy free products have changed the way I go about my day. The lions mane mushroom in the IQ bars and IQ mix are a game changer. Having had multiple concussions in the past I do what I can to help my nervous system stay strong.

The blend of ingredients in IQ bars are well rounded and always help me get my day started with the right foot forward or provide a quick boost during the day. The IQ mix provides a truly balanced electrolyte profile that keeps me hydrated and going throughout the day.

Thank you for being such a great company I look forward to future products from your company!.

I love your flavors: peach mango, blueberry pomegranate and blood orange, while the lemon lime is just so-so for me-not a big fan. I usually use another hydration drink mix and it seems to work better for me.

I love that you don’t have sugar and use stevia. So I will probably try another order. May I suggest a Pina colada flavor? the product I currently use has this flavor and it tastes likes something really special, not just flavored water.

IWhen I first started my fitness journey I was consumed with taking all the supplements I could from all the hottest health and fitness brands. I found though that for me, most of the supplements I was taking contained harmful ingredients or caused me side effects that I didn’t like (skin issues, stomach problems, headaches, lightheaded etc).

I relied on pre workout and energy drinks to get me through the day and through every workout. I bought mantra labs go, rest, and hydrate and have been using them almost a month now- it’s been crazy to see the change in my body and mood! I sleep better, my body feels better, and I don’t rely on pre workout or energy drinks anymore.

I was nervous to switch over to the Go because I didn’t think it would be enough caffeine for a pre workout but the mental clarity it gives me along with the natural caffeine really allows me to focus and get a really solid workout in! I can’t wait to try their other products!.

I’ve tried so many different supplemental drinks that I figured I had nothing to lose with my purchase of Go. I am a 54-yr-old retired firefighter with a degenerative disc disease, an autoimmune disorder, fibromyalgia, arthritis and all kinds of body damage from years of living life to the fullest.

I still volunteer with a rescue squad and run a search dog, my husband and I have custody of a three year old grandson and his severely medically disabled younger brother, and we are in the process of adopting an 11 year old boy, My husband is also physically disabled from a horrid motorcycle accident and we live on a poultry farm that I get the pleasure of cleaning and maintaining.

My life doesn’t allow for “Time out” or breaks because I am needed in so many places. Needless to say, around 2pm I’m pretty much spent and need something (besides a nap) to get myself going again. Go is the stuff.

Seriously. I did not expect it to taste good nor work well, but I am very pleased that I took the leap of faith and gave it a try. I had emailed Mantra labs with questions, felt good about the answers, and thought I owed it to them to at least give it a try.

I was wrong. I owed it to myself. I absolutely recommend this product and if someone has hesitation about whether or not to try it – Yes. Try it. Seriously.

I had only been using Rest, and was on the fence about Go. I generally avoid any beverages with electrolytes (i. e. sports drinks) because to me they taste way too salty (blech) – the only salty drink I look forward to is a decent margarita.

However, I received some Go in a bundle pack, so I tried it out, and to my surprise, I like it a lot! Rise and Go are both now a part of my daily routine. Go gives a nice gentle boost of energy in the afternoon, without any of the downsides of too much or too strong coffee (tummy issues, shakiness, etc.

). With all of the other healthy ingredients like vitamins, electrolytes, etc. in Go, it also feels like a much healthier option than just plain coffee or tea. All in all, well worth it – definitely recommend!.

I so appreciate the package freshness, quality of packaging, and prompt delivery of purchases. I have not yet tried the product since I am saving it for an emergency. But I have no doubt it will taste great since so many people purchase this product! And I REALLY appreciate the FREE Disaster Replacement Warranty Program!!! Oh, and I love there are so many food options to choose from.

I’m vegetarian, and there was plenty to chose from.

Had no issues with order. Very prompt delivery. MPS has been a great way to get some very tasty and nutritious meals. You can also make delicious frozen pie. That recipe is graham cracker crust, canned whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk, mix with the energy drink pour into crust put in freezer and once solidified it is a tasty treat.