DIY Carnivore Electrolyte Mix: Clean, Cost-Effective Hydration for Steak & Butter Fans

DIY Electrolyte Mix

Step 1: Prepare the Salt

• Blend the flaked Oregon sea salt into a fine powder to make it easily dissolvable (optional).

Step 2: Measure Ingredients

• Using a food scale, measure:
  • 75 g of Oregon sea salt (sodium chloride).
  • 11.5 g of pure potassium chloride.
  • 11.7 g of magnesium malate.
• Combine these in a container and mix thoroughly.

Step 3: Store the Mix

• Store the mixed electrolytes in a glass container suitable for about 30 servings.
• Shake well before each use as the mixture may separate over time.

Step 4: Serving Size

• One serving is approximately a heaping half teaspoon (~3 g) of the electrolyte mix.

Flavor Variations

Grapefruit Salt Flavor

• Add one heaping half teaspoon of the unflavored electrolyte mix to a glass with ice cubes.
• Add sparkling water.
• Squeeze fresh grapefruit juice into the glass and optionally add chunks of grapefruit.
• Stir and garnish with a slice of grapefruit.

Citrus Salt Flavor

• For a larger serving, add two heaping half teaspoons of the electrolyte mix to a mason jar.
• Add sparkling water.
• Squeeze fresh lemon juice and add a spoonful of dehydrated lime powder.
• Stir well.

Raspberry Berry Salt Flavor

• Mash fresh raspberries into a puree.
• Add half a heaping teaspoon of the electrolyte mix to a glass.
• Add the raspberry puree.
• Add sparkling water and optionally fresh lime juice.
• Stir and serve.

Enjoy your homemade, clean, and customizable electrolyte drinks!