GU Liquid Energy Gel

GU Liquid Energy provides the carbohydrate, electrolyte and amino-acid approach of a gel in a more fluid format. It can be sipped from a pouch without chewing, making it a distinct choice from GU Original Gel and Energy Chews.

The Lemonade, Orange and Strawberry Banana panels each list 100 calories and 24g carbohydrates per packet. Orange contains 20mg caffeine, while Lemonade and Strawberry Banana are caffeine-free. GU advises continuing to drink additional fluids during activity even though the liquid gel already contains water.

Highlights

• 100 calories per packet
• 24g carbohydrates per flavor
• Thinner, sip-ready gel format
• Orange contains 20mg caffeine

Key ingredients

Water, maltodextrin, fructose, sodium and amino acids; Orange includes caffeine from green tea extract.

How to use

GU suggests one packet about five minutes before activity and regular refueling during longer efforts. Its guide for efforts over an hour suggests every 20 to 30 minutes; continue drinking additional fluids.

Dietary and allergen information

Manufacturer identifies Liquid Energy as vegan, gluten-free and kosher.

Format and serving

Liquid gel pouch; one 1.7 fl oz/51mL packet.

Questions and answers

Does Liquid Energy replace drinking water?

No. GU recommends continued hydration with additional fluids.

Which flavor contains caffeine?

Orange lists 20mg caffeine per packet. Lemonade and Strawberry Banana are caffeine-free.