Homemade LMNT Recipe: DIY Electrolyte Drink (Lemonade Flavor)
edit ✏️I've been drinking LMNT for years. It's great stuff—science-backed electrolyte ratios, no sugar, no garbage. But at ~$1.50 per packet, it adds up fast when you're crushing 2-3 a day.
Turns out, LMNT publishes their exact formula so you can make it at home. Respect. I took their base recipe and dialed in a lemonade flavor that I actually prefer to the commercial version.
Cost per serving drops to around $0.15. That's 10x cheaper, and you know exactly what's in it.
Shopping List
| Ingredient | Product | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Himalayan Pink Salt | Himalayan Chef Extra Fine, 8 lbs | Amazon |
| Potassium Chloride | Potassium Chloride Powder, 2 lb | Amazon |
| Magnesium Malate | Seeking Health Magnesium Malate Powder | Amazon |
| True Lemon | True Lemon Crystallized Shaker, 10.6 oz | Amazon |
| Citric Acid | Nutricost Citric Acid Powder, 1 lb | Amazon |
| Pure Stevia | Viccoky Organic Stevia Powder, 6 oz | Amazon |
Batch Size: 30 Servings
Electrolyte Base
| Ingredient | Amount | Yields per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Himalayan Pink Salt | 75g | 1000mg sodium |
| Potassium Chloride | 11.5g | 200mg potassium |
| Magnesium Malate | 11.7g | 60mg magnesium |
Flavoring
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| True Lemon | 40g |
| Citric Acid | 19g |
| Pure Stevia | 3 tsp (~6g) |
Totals
- Total batch weight: ~153g
- Per serving: 1 tsp (~5g)
- Mix into: 16-32oz water
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a container with tight seal
- Mix thoroughly until homogeneous
- Store airtight (True Lemon clumps with moisture)
- Scoop 1 level tsp per serving
Notes
- Ratio to remember: 75 : 11.5 : 11.7 (electrolytes ~6.5 : 1 : 1)
- Pure stevia is potent - adjust to taste
- Citric acid smooths the sour vs straight lemon
- 8 lb salt bag = ~1,440 servings worth
Next Batch Tweaks
- Maybe bump stevia to 3.5-4 tsp
- Dial citric based on preference
FAQ
How much does homemade LMNT cost per serving?
About $0.15 per serving compared to ~$1.50 for the commercial packets. That's 10x cheaper for the exact same electrolyte ratios.
What's the electrolyte ratio in this recipe?
Each serving contains 1000mg sodium, 200mg potassium, and 60mg magnesium—identical to LMNT's science-backed formula.
Can I use regular table salt instead of Himalayan pink salt?
Yes. Table salt works fine—the sodium chloride is what matters. Himalayan salt just has trace minerals and looks cooler.
How long does the homemade electrolyte mix last?
Stored in an airtight container, the mix keeps for months. The True Lemon will clump if moisture gets in, so keep it sealed.
Is this recipe keto/sugar-free?
Yes. Zero sugar, zero carbs. The stevia provides sweetness without affecting blood sugar or ketosis.