Skratch Labs Hydration Sport Drink Mix
Endurance athletes and cyclists who want real-food ingredients during training
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier
Mainstream consumers who prioritize taste and convenience over clean-label credentials
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Skratch Labs Hydration Sport Drink Mix
Endurance athletes and cyclists who want real-food ingredients during training
Skratch Labs is a favorite among cyclists and endurance athletes for good reason — the real fruit ingredients create a genuinely pleasant taste without artificial additives. The sugar is intentional for fuel during exercise, but the moderate electrolyte content means heavier sweaters may need to supplement.
Strengths
- Real fruit flavoring — uses actual freeze-dried fruit instead of artificial flavors
- Non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free with no artificial anything
- Light, refreshing taste that's easy to drink during exercise without stomach upset
Limitations
- Contains 9g sugar per serving from cane sugar — moderate but present
- Lower sodium (380mg) and overall electrolyte content than high-performance options
- Resealable bag format can be messy and harder to measure precisely
When to Choose Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier
Mainstream consumers who prioritize taste and convenience over clean-label credentials
Liquid I.V. is the most recognizable name in electrolytes, and the taste delivers. However, 11g of added sugar per serving and opaque "natural flavors" labeling put it behind cleaner competitors on ingredient quality. Best for those who want something that tastes great and is available everywhere.
Strengths
- Uses Cellular Transport Technology (CTT) for enhanced water absorption
- Widest flavor variety and most widespread retail availability
- Great taste consistently praised in user reviews
Limitations
- 11g of added sugar per serving — significantly more than clean-label competitors
- Contains citric acid and natural flavors without full disclosure of sources
- Moderate electrolyte content (500mg sodium) relative to sugar load
