Nuun hits a growing niche of drinks targeted at hydration replenishment. I like their aim at doing one thing, "optimal hydration" through electrolyte replacement, and doing that thing well. It's a viable alternative to other sports drinks, especially if you want to pass on the extra sugars, carbohydrates, and proteins in those sports drinks.
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Take 10 To Sleep is a blackberry-flavored relaxation beverage in 2 oz. shot form designed to help you sleep. Featuring melatonin, chamomile extract, valerian root extract, and rose hips extract, I actually found myself feeling tired after drinking it!
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Take 10 To Relax is a grape-flavored relaxation beverage in 2 oz. shot form. Featuring GABA, valerian root extract, and rose hips extract, it's designed to calm you down. However, we didn't notice much in the way of these effects while sampling.
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With a light citrus, tea-infused flavor, Jones GABA Grapefruit Tea Juice provides pleasant refreshment for a non-carbonated drink. Throw in the GABA with its promise for improved "focus and clarity" and you've got a nice combination!
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Pro H20 Black Cherry and Pro H20 Kiwi Strawberry are protein-enhanced waters sweetened with sucralose, while Pro Ade Orange is a protein-infused sports drink sweetened with sugar. Are these ideal beverages to help you recover from an intense workout? Find out as BevReview's Health & Wellness Reviewer takes a closer look!
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Elations Raspberry White Grape and Elations Cranberry Apple are liquid versions of the nutritional supplements glucosamine, chondroitin, Vitamin C and calcium, designed to promote joint health. However, we were not a fan of either flavor or the pricepoint.
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Every now and then you get to taste a drink and really like the experience. I'm happy to say that OOBA Hibiscus falls into that category. We really loved the sparkling cranberry-like taste, creative packaging, and clear market positioning of this drink. If you get a chance to track it down, and are looking for something just a little different, OOBA should be on your list!
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Looking for a "vacation in a bottle"? ViB Mango Lime is light, refreshing, and different. With an interesting blend of cane sugar and artificial sweeteners, we liked the flavor of this drink. However, we strongly encourage ViB to reconsider the packaging and label design on its lineup, as they hurt the marketability of this distinctive drink in an aluminum bottle.
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Fruit2O Essentials Cranberry Raspberry Water is a tasty entry in the nutrient-enhanced water category, though that's a pretty crowded space these days. The flavor is subtle and full of berry taste, which produces a light sensation, though earmarked with the aftertaste of an artificial sweetener. However, at zero calories and an interesting collection of nutrients thrown it, it's worth checking out if you are looking for more than just flavor in your water!
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Drank Deuce is the relaxation-oriented energy shot version of big brother Drank, making it a curious entry in this growing beverage classification. While the flavor could be stronger, the shot incarnation of the formula agrees with us better in regards to its functional benefits and taste.
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