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Snake Juice

Snake juice is a refreshing, slightly sweet and tangy drink that hits the spot on hot days or after intense workouts. This recipe delivers serious hydration without the artificial sweeteners or food coloring of commercial drinks, and the bright citrus notes make it taste way better than any sports beverage you'll find at the store.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 liter 4 cups water, filtered or tap
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon sodium chloride
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons honey or sugar

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Stirring spoon
  • Citrus juicer or reamer
  • Strainer
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

  1. Pour 1 liter of filtered water into a large pitcher as your base.
  2. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt into the water and stir well to dissolve completely.
  3. Add 1/4 teaspoon of sodium chloride and stir until fully incorporated into the liquid.
  4. Cut your lemons and limes in half and juice them using a citrus reamer or juicer, straining out any pulp or seeds as you pour into the pitcher.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons of honey and stir the pitcher vigorously for about 30 seconds until the honey dissolves completely.
  6. Mix the entire pitcher thoroughly for at least one full minute, making sure the salt, sodium, sweetener, and citrus juice distribute evenly throughout the water.
  7. Pour a small sample into a glass and taste it carefully, noting whether you need more sweetness, salt, or citrus tang. Adjust as needed.
  8. Pour the snake juice over ice in serving glasses and drink immediately for maximum refreshment. If you prefer it colder, refrigerate the pitcher for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store snake juice in an airtight pitcher or glass container in the fridge for up to three days maximum. The citrus flavor fades noticeably after the second day, so drink it sooner rather than later for the best taste. Stir before each pour since electrolytes settle at the bottom.