It’s very easy to forget to have water and stay hydrated during travel. Whether it’s a bad hangover after a particularly raucous night of partying or muscle cramps after those 20,000 steps every day, our bodies need electrolytes to function properly. During a particularly long trip to Europe, we were thrilled to have discovered Liquid IV. Not only did we like that Liquid IV travel packs and sticks were easy to finish, but we also liked the unique taste of every flavor. Additionally, it pushed us to drink more water, and it was easy to combine with water and drink as well.
The fact that the product line-up included not only electrolyte drink mixes, but also energy drink mixes and immune support drink mixes was what interested us. We especially loved the specific ratio of water, glucose, and electrolytes that it uses, helping us stay hydrated better than just having water. To that end, here are the best travel packs from the brand that kept us refreshed anywhere.
Also read: Pedialyte versus Liquid IV: Which One Should Travelers Choose?
Hydration Multiplier Kids
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It’s a task getting kids to do all the right things, and that includes making them stay hydrated. Behold the Hydration Multiplier Kids, which is a surefire way to ensure that your kiddos devour hydration at a rate faster than they drink water when they’re thirsty! Since it boasted three times more electrolytes than other leading sports drinks in the market, it delivered faster hydration as compared to kids drinking water alone. If that wasn’t enough, what made it interesting for them was the variety of fun flavors it came in. This included Concorde Grape, Crisp Apple, Cotton Candy, and the Tropical Punch below, which has tangy notes of cherry, pineapple, and tangerine that kids of all ages will definitely love.
Pros
- It came in multiple packs and flavors.
- The product is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and excellent for kids.
- It’s ideal for traveling with children.
Cons
- Kids might take time to get used to the flavor.
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Hydration Multiplier + Energy
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When we’re on long, sun-kissed trips, especially, we not only need hydration but we also need energy. While food does provide a whole lot of energy, the fact is that nothing works on a traveling body like liquid does. That’s why we were excited about the Liquid IV Hydration Multiplier + Energy, which was the hydration we needed and the energy we wanted to enjoy our vacation. In fact, we’d make this delicious fusion of fresh, velvety mango and tangy tamarind flavors, and carry it along with us in our eco-friendly travel bottles. The best bit was that each serving contained approximately three times the electrolytes we’d get had we guzzled any of the other leading sports drink brands in the market.
Pros
- It comes in multiple flavors and packs.
- The mix offers both hydration and energy.
- It boosted us with thrice the amount of electrolytes as compared to other sports drinks.
Cons
- Each serving has 100mg of natural caffeine, but it might be problematic for some.
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Sugar-Free Energy Multiplier
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Liquid IV’s original formula contained 11g of added sugar. That’s why they introduced their fabulous sugar-free line of products, and we couldn’t be happier about it. Our favorite is the Sugar-Free Energy Multiplier, which allowed us to recharge our flow on the go without having to worry about sugar spikes and added weight on our vacation. The new sugar-free pomegranate punch formula featured below boasted an electrifyingly tropical blend of fresh pomegranate, bold dark berry, and candy guava notes. Moreover, it was topped off with a smooth wave of exotic yet sweet aromatics.
Pros
- Every serving infused us with three times the electrolytes offered by other sports drinks.
- We loved the fresh notes of fruits in every swig.
- The product came in multiple flavors and multiple pouch options.
Cons
- Every serving has 100mg of natural caffeine.
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Hot Chocolate Hydration Multiplier
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Whoever said that hydration had to be cold? Sometimes, hydration could be a hot drink enjoyed by the fire, too, right? Behold Liquid IV’s Hot Chocolate Hydration Multiplier, which allowed us to not only experience hydration faster than water alone but also helped us quench our caffeine cravings. What makes this Liquid IV pack special is that it’s from their limited-edition Holiday Collection. What’s more, we loved the rich blend of the chocolatey sweet flavor and the nutty, earthy cocoa one. The festive, holiday-worthy packaging definitely warmed us up during après-ski. It’s what made our on-the-go hydration so refreshingly different.
Pros
- This is a special, limited-edition holiday flavor.
- It’s perfect for warming up and yet hydrating on cold days.
- It had a fantastic flavor.
Cons
- It’s a limited edition flavor.
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Beach Day Essentials Bundle
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Are you a beach baby and enjoy having long and languorous beach days? We do too, which is why we love the Liquid IV Beach Day Essentials Bundle. It’s the ultimate summer hydration roundup — minus the mini umbrella, of course.
Carrying the hydration bundle ensured that we not only stayed hydrated, but we also enjoyed it. This pack features 64 small packets or sticks, with 16 sticks each of different flavors of the Hydration Multiplier. This includes Tropical Punch, Pina Colada, Strawberry, and Watermelon. We’d be sipping this science-backed formula between our drinks by the pool or at the beach, ensuring we got all the hydration our bodies required. The best part was that these sticks were so small that they fit into even the smallest of beach bags.
“We loved that we weren’t drinking just water, but electrolytes, which kept us up and running on our 15-day trip!”
WOW Travel
Pros
- Every pack comes with four varieties of flavors.
- The sticks are small and easy to mix in water.
- They were easy to carry.
Cons
- The packs could be smaller in number.
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Liquid I.V. Sugar-Free Hydration Multiplier
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Liquid I.V. Sugar-Free Hydration Multiplier is the bestselling product from the brand. Since the original product contains 11g of added sugar, they even introduced a sugar-free variant and line, and it didn’t disappoint! Not only does every stick deliver 500mg of sodium, but it also delivers 370 mg of potassium. At the same time, it’s sweetened with allulose and stevia, which don’t spike blood glucose. What’s more, it also contains B vitamins, niacin, and vitamin C, and even mixes easily into cold water. If that wasn’t enough, it even comes in a bevy of unique flavors like rainbow sherbet, white peach, and one of Liquid IV’s best flavors, lemon lime.
Pros
- The formula includes vitamin C and potassium.
- It has a solid dose of sodium.
- It’s 100% sugar-free and sweetened with stevia and allulose.
Cons
- It doesn’t have calcium or magnesium.
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How many Liquid I.V. packs can I consume per day?
The brand recommends just one stick per day for optimal daily hydration.
How long do Liquid I.V. packets last?
Liquid IV is a non-RTD electrolyte powder/beverage, so it should be used within a day or two after opening.
Does Liquid IV need to be refrigerated?
You need to mix the electrolyte in cold water when you’re immediately consuming it. However, if you want to save it for later, then you need to refrigerate it.
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