Blueberry Gatorade-Inspired Drink
Published Jul 26, 2025
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Skip the store-bought versions and whip up my all-natural Blueberry Gatorade! It’s fresh, naturally packed with electrolytes, and comes together in just minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Homemade Blueberry Gatorade
This is the clean, feel-good drink you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re heading to the gym, chasing the kiddos around, or just craving something cool and refreshing, this homemade Blueberry Gatorade is like a tall glass of wellness. It’s loaded with hydrating coconut water, antioxidant-rich blueberries, and aloe vera juice for a little extra digestive love.
And here’s the best part: no artificial dyes, no refined sugar, and no ingredients you can’t pronounce. Just whole-food hydration, you can blend up in minutes.
You can make it two ways- strain it for a smooth, light refresher, or add ice to the blender for a thick, frosty slushy. Either way, it’s a great-tasting drink that actually supports your body.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Coconut water: A natural source of potassium and electrolytes for hydration.
- Aloe vera juice: Packed with antioxidants and supports digestion. Can be swapped with green tea or more coconut water.
- Blueberries: Full of antioxidants, vitamins, and a beautiful natural color.
- Lime juice: Brightens things up with a zesty citrus kick and adds electrolytes.
- Salt: Helps replenish sodium lost through sweat.
- Honey or maple syrup: A small drizzle adds natural sweetness.
- Ice: For the slushy version.
- Lime slices and blueberries: Optional, for garnish.
How to Make Homemade Blueberry Gatorade
- Step 1: Add the coconut water, aloe vera juice, blueberries, lime juice, salt, and sweetener to a high-speed blender.
- Step 2: Blend until smooth.
- Step 3: For a regular version, strain through a fine mesh sieve and pour over ice. Garnish with lime slices and fresh blueberries.
- Step 4: For a slushy version, add 1 to 2 cups of ice to the blender with all the ingredients. Blend again until smooth and icy. No need to strain!
It’s bright, energizing, and totally customizable. If you’re looking for a clean, colorful way to stay hydrated, this blueberry version might just be your new favorite!
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Homemade Blueberry Gatorade
Ingredients
- 1½ cups coconut water – natural electrolytes + potassium
- 1 cup aloe vera juice – antioxidants + digestive support Substitute with regular or decaf green tea, or use additional coconut water
- 1⅓ cups blueberries – vitamins + antioxidants
- 1 tbsp lime juice – electrolytes + refreshing citrus flavor
- ¼–½ tsp salt – replenishes sodium lost through sweat
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup – natural sweetener
- 1–2 cups ice – for slushy version
- Lime slices and blueberries – for garnish
Instructions
- In a blender, combine coconut water, aloe vera juice, blueberries, lime juice, salt, and honey or maple syrup.
- Blend until smooth.
- For a regular drink, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp.
- Pour over a glass of ice and garnish with lime slices and blueberries.
- For a slushy version: Add 1–2 cups of ice to the blender with the other ingredients. Blend until smooth. No need to strain, pour directly into a glass and garnish as desired.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
