FAQs - 99% Sugar-Free

  • It's our lower-calorie electrolyte drink for everyday hydration. Each 6g sachet mixes into 600ml of water and is available in all-natural Berry, Lemon Lime, Orange, Passionfruit and Watermelon flavours. It's made in Western Australia, like every Aqualyte product since 1998.

Why did you make a 99% sugar-free version?

  • It’s been one of our most requested products. More people are watching their sugar and calorie intake, and they wanted an Aqualyte that fits into their everyday. We wanted to give you that choice without compromising on what Aqualyte is built to do: hydrate efficiently and rapidly.

Why is there still sugar in it?

  • Even in a 99% sugar-free drink, a precise micro-dose of sugar is not just for taste - it's functional.
  • Sugar helps your body absorb sodium and water by activating a process called sodium-glucose co-transport, and it's one of the reasons Aqualyte works so well. Rather than remove it completely, we kept a minimal, carefully measured amount. That's how we made a low-sugar drink that still hydrates the way Aqualyte should.

Which formula should I choose?

  • Both replace what your body loses in sweat, so start with the one you enjoy drinking. As a guide:
    • Our original formula is designed for greater sweat loss and when physical active - sport and exercise, physical work, extreme heat, and recovery.
    • Aqualyte 99% Sugar-Free is designed for everyday hydration when you're less active and sweating less – at your desk, at school, travelling, or on lighter activity days.
    • Keeping both on hand allows you to choose your hydration needs based on the day ahead.

Why does 99% Sugar-Free contain magnesium, when the original doesn't?

  • You only lose a small amount of magnesium in sweat, so our original formula focuses on the key electrolytes you lose most, that need replacing. Magnesium is one of the most requested additions to an everyday hydration drink, so we've included it in 99% Sugar-Free. It gives you an extra choice between the two formulas, depending on what you're looking for.

Is it hypotonic, too?

  • Yes. Like our core formula, 99% Sugar-Free is a hypotonic solution, which means it's absorbed significantly faster than water alone.

What is it sweetened with?

  • There is still some sucrose and glucose to ensure it rapidly absorbs, and the all-natural sweetener stevia is used to provide that great-taste Aqualyte is known for.

How do I use it?

  • Mix one 6g sachet into 600ml of water. For everyday hydration, try alternating two glasses of water with one Aqualyte. You can consume 1-4 sachets daily depending on your needs. On hotter or more active days, switch to our original Aqualyte formula.

Is it suitable for the whole family?

  • Yes, just like our original formula, our 99% Sugar-Free hydration is suitable for all ages and stages.