Making your own Rebel Energy Drink is a great way to enjoy an energizing pick me up that you can customize yourself and avoid the extra sugars and artificial ingredients found in pre-made energy drinks. This is a natural combination of ingredients to help replenish your energy for when you need it most, whether it’s workout fuel or just another busy day.
How to Prepare Rebel Energy Drink
Ingredients for your own energy drink (caffeinated as needed) Mashable Incorporates a blend of caffeine, natural sweeteners and sparkle water in order to achieve the same invigorating fizz. You can also modify ingredients depending on your energy demand and taste preferences.
Ingredients
- Coconut water 2 cups: Helps to keep you hydrated, and is a natural source of electrolytes.
- 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice: This adds a nice citrus flavor as well help the overall Vitamin C load in the salsa.
- 1 tsp matcha powder (gives an energizing kick and is rich in antioxidants)
- Add 1 tablespoon of honey or agave syrup — for natural and adapted to your taste.
- Pinch of salt: Helps with electrolyte balance.
- 1 cup of sparkling water: Gives the bubbly feel.
- Ice: As needed for serving.
- Garnish – Optional: Orange slices
Instructions
- Make the Base: In a large glass or shaker, mix together coconut water, orange juice, matcha powder, honey and salt. After that, shake or stir to get the matcha and sweetener nicely dissolved.
- Add sparkling water: You want to make it a little fizzy, so slowly add the sparkling water to the previous mixture.
- Pour over ice to serve: Serve chilled, with orange slices to garnish if desired.
Serving Suggestions
- Berry Boost: throw in a couple of fresh berries such as blueberries or raspberries for some added antioxidant power.
- Herbal Zing: Add fresh mint or basil leaves for an herbaceous delectable.
- Citrus Twist: Lime or grapefruit in place of a different citrus profile.
Tips and Variations
- Caffeine Variations: Additional caffeine — Add a shot of espresso or brewed green tea bag.
- Natural Sweeteners: Reduce sweetness by using less honey or a zero calorie sweetener like Stevia, Monk fruit extract.
- Delicious: Add a vanilla pod or some vanilla essence.
Preparation Time
- 5 minutes
- Serving size: 1
Nutrition Information
- Calories: ~80 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Sugars: 16g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Vitamin C: 50% Daily Value
Ingredient Substitutes
- Sub Coconut Water: If you don’t have coconut water, you can use regular water or unsweetened almond milk (nutrition may vary slightly).
- Alternative if You Are Out of Citrus Juice: Swap out the orange juice with pineapple juice or apple juice for a neutral fruity taste and another source of Vitamin C.
- Possible Matcha Powder Substitutes: Green tea powder Or leave out if you’re caffeine-intolerant
- Natural Sweeteners: Substitute maple syrup or molasses for the honey or agave syrup to keep it even richer tasting.
- Mineral Salt Alternatives: Sea or Himalayan salt in place of common table salt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different juice aside from orange juice?
If you do not want to or have orange juice, replace it will other citrus juices like grapefruit or lime, as well as non-citrus juices such as pineapple for a different flavor profile.
Can you keep Rebel Energy Drink?
Always best if enjoyed immediately, but can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. If saving may continue at this stage, just be sure to shake well before serving.
Do you have to use bubbly water, or will plain do?
The bubbles from sparkling water make the drink really fun to drink, but if you want something flat and non-carbonated, you can use plain or flavored still water instead.
What about vegan alternatives to honey or agave nectar?
True — but you know what, there are always options like maple syrup or date syrup which do the trick — in case you wanna keep the recipe vegan-friendly without any compromise on sweetness.
What do I with coconut water when the taste is off?
Swap in plain water or a mild-tasting plant based milk to replace the coconut water but this may effect electrolyte content.
Conclusion
With offering the Rebel Energy Drink, we bring you a favorite formula for an all-natural energy kick as the rollercoaster ride frames into our up and down year. Play with other flavors and components till you get the precise taste. For those times you are about to workout or those mid-afternoon slumps, this drink provides a refreshing and healthier option for energy in comparison to store bought energy drinks. Share your favorite variations on social media with #RebelEnergyMix.
Rebel Energy Drink Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
Make the Base
In a large glass or shaker, mix together coconut water, orange juice, matcha powder, honey and salt. After that, shake or stir to get the matcha and sweetener nicely dissolved.
Add sparkling water
You want to make it a little fizzy, so slowly add the sparkling water to the previous mixture.
Pour over ice to serve
Serve chilled, with orange slices to garnish if desired.
