Rooibos Tea Sports Drink

Rooibos Sports Drink

Sports drinks provide important post-workout hydration. A good balance of sodium, magnesium and carbohydrates are essential to properly hydrate and restore electrolytes. We set out to make a natural sports drink and chose vitamin-rich Rooibos tea and mineral-rich Himalayan Salt for a non-caffeinated, delicious drink filled with anti-inflammatory and restorative benefits.

Makes 1 quart

Ingredients:

1 oz Vanilla Rooibos Tea*--read below for fun flavor ideas

1/4 tsp Extra Fine Himalayan Salt

1 tsp Calcium Magnesium Powder (we used unflavored Natural Calm) 

2 Tbl Janway Honey

Rooibos Sports Drink

Directions:

Place 4 Tbl Vanilla Rooibos Tea in an infuser over a large mug or use a french press. Pour boiling water over the Rooibos Tea and steep for 10-12 minutes. Steeping this amount of Rooibos for a longer period is necessary, as you are making a concentrated base that will be diluted to make a quart. Pour the concentrate in a 1 quart container (we love mason jars for this.) Add the Himalayan Salt, Magnesium Powder and Janway Honey. Stir to combine. Add ice or water to fill the quart container.

*Rooibos is naturally sweet and delicious tasting. We love it on its own. It's also a great base for blending delicious teas. Try these flavors for making your own Rooibos Tea Sports Drink:

Italian Blood Orange

Rooibos Vanilla Chai

Mint Brulee

French Lemon Ginger

Rooibos Renewal

 

 

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