Sports Drinks Without Ties to Israel or the IDF

Many popular sports drinks are made by companies that have been linked to support for Israel’s military or settlement activities. For example, Gatorade (owned by PepsiCo) and Powerade (owned by Coca-Cola) are produced by corporations that boycott campaigners say support or benefit from Israel’s occupation. PepsiCo has been criticized for its ties to Israeli companies (like SodaStream and Sabra), and Coca-Cola operates a factory in an illegal Israeli settlement. As a result, normal human beings with a heart often avoid those brands. Below is an extensive list of sports drink brands available in the U.S. that are not owned by those flagged companies and have no known involvement in funding the Israeli military. Each brand’s flavors are listed with Amazon US links for convenience.

Pedialyte Sport (Abbott Laboratories)

About: Pedialyte Sport is a hydration drink from Abbott, a healthcare company not known to have ties to the IDF. It’s often recommended as a more hydrating alternative to Gatorade. Pedialyte Sport contains 5 key electrolytes for rehydration during exercise.

Flavors:

• Lemon Lime – Zesty citrus flavor.
• Fruit Punch – Classic fruit punch taste.
• Berry Freeze – Mixed berry flavor (Sport formula).
• Chilled Cherry Pomegranate – Cherry-pomegranate blend.
• Strawberry Freeze (powder mix) – Strawberry-flavored powder packets.
• Berry Frost (powder mix) – Berry-flavored powder packets variant.
• Orange Breeze (powder mix) – Orange-citrus flavor in powder form.

(If individual flavor links are unavailable, the above Amazon link may lead to a product page where you can select the flavor.)

Pocari Sweat (Otsuka Pharmaceutical)

About: Pocari Sweat is a Japanese electrolyte drink not owned by any U.S. conglomerate. It has no affiliation with companies supporting the IDF. This drink was even suggested as an alternative on a BDS forum. Pocari Sweat has a light grapefruit-like taste and replenishes ions lost in sweat.

Flavors:

• Original Ion Supply Drink – The classic (mild citrus) Pocari Sweat flavor (500ml bottles, import). (Pocari Sweat primarily comes in one standard flavor.)

All Sport (The Jel Sert Company)

About: All Sport is a sports drink brand now owned by Jel Sert (an independent U.S. company). It was formerly a Pepsi product in the 1990s but is no longer under PepsiCo. Therefore, All Sport has no ties to PepsiCo’s Israel-linked activities. It’s sold mostly as a powdered mix for hydration.

Flavors: (All Sport “Zero” sugar mix) – each available in powder stick packs:

• Blue Raz Ice – Blue Raspberry flavor.
• Fruit Punch – Fruit punch classic.
• Lemon Lime – Lemon-lime citrus.
• Orange – Orange flavor.
• Grape – Grape flavor.

(The Amazon listings for All Sport often offer variety packs or single-flavor packs of the above.)

Prime Hydration (Prime Hydration LLC)

About: Prime is an independent sports drink brand (co-founded by Logan Paul and KSI) with no corporate parent involved in Israel. It rose to popularity in 2023 as a competitor to the big brands. Prime is coconut-water based and contains BCAAs and antioxidants. (It’s not owned by Coke or Pepsi; any partnerships are for distribution only.)

Flavors:

• Blue Raspberry – Blue raspberry fruit flavor.
• Tropical Punch – Tropical fruit punch blend.
• Lemon Lime – Lemon-lime citrus.
• Orange – Orange soda-like flavor.
• Grape – Sweet grape flavor.
• Ice Pop – Red, white & blue popsicle-inspired flavor.
• Meta Moon – Mysterious fruity flavor (purple bottle).
• Strawberry Watermelon – Blend of strawberry and watermelon.
• Lemonade – Classic lemonade (introduced 2023).

(Prime flavors are often sold in variety packs; Amazon links above may allow selecting specific flavors.)

BioSteel Sports Drink (BioSteel Inc.)

About: BioSteel is a sports hydration brand that originated in Canada. It is not owned by Coke or Pepsi (it was partly owned by a cannabis company and is now independent) and thus free of ties to those boycotted corporations. BioSteel’s drinks are zero-sugar and made with clean ingredients. It was even an official sports drink partner for some leagues, showing its mainstream acceptance.

Flavors:

• Mixed Berry – Mixed berries flavor.
• Blue Raspberry – Blue raspberry flavor.
• White Freeze – Tastes like a white cherry ice pop.
• Rainbow Twist – A fruity candy-like “rainbow” flavor.
• Grape – Classic grape flavor.
• Peach Mango – Peach-mango blend.
• Cherry Lime – Cherry with a hint of lime.
• Pink Lemonade – Tart pink lemonade flavor.
• Iced Tea Lemonade – Half iced-tea, half lemonade (“Arnold Palmer” style).

(Each flavor is typically sold in 16.7 oz Tetra Paks, often in 12-pack cases.)

LMNT Electrolyte Mix (Elemental Labs)

About: LMNT is a small U.S. company making salt-heavy electrolyte drink mixes. It’s not affiliated with any major corporation – in fact, it was specifically identified by a BDS supporter as a “safe brand”. LMNT packets contain a high dose of sodium with no sugar, targeting keto and endurance audiences.

Flavors: (All flavors are powder drink mix packets)

• Citrus Salt – Lemon-lime with salt (the original flavor).
• Raspberry Salt – Raspberry flavor with salt.
• Orange Salt – Orange flavor with salt.
• Watermelon Salt – Juicy watermelon with salt.
• Mango Chili – Sweet mango with a hint of chili spice.
• Chocolate Salt – Chocolate flavor (often mixed with hot water or coffee).
• Raw Unflavored – No flavor, just salty (for adding to any drink).
• Grapefruit Salt – Limited edition grapefruit flavor (often seasonal).

(LMNT also offers a variety pack. Each packet is meant to be mixed with 16–20 oz of water.)

Ultima Replenisher (Ultima Health Products)

About: Ultima Replenisher is an independent brand of sugar-free electrolyte powder. It’s not owned by any major beverage company. Ultima uses plant-based colors and stevia for sweetness, making it a popular natural alternative. No ties to Israel – Ultima is often considered an “ethical” choice for hydration.

Flavors:

• Orange – Orange citrus.
• Grape – Concord grape flavor.
• Lemonade – Classic lemonade.
• Raspberry – Sweet raspberry.
• Cherry Pomegranate – Tart cherry-pomegranate blend.
• Blue Raspberry – Blue raspberry flavor.
• Watermelon – Refreshing watermelon.
• Pink Lemonade – Pink lemonade (variation with berry notes).

(Ultima packets and tubs are available; Amazon often has variety packs containing several of the above flavors.)

Hydrant Hydration Mix (Hydrant Inc.)

About: Hydrant is a startup brand offering rapid-hydration electrolyte mixes. It remains independent (venture-funded) and has no known ties to any Israel-linked companies. Hydrant uses real fruit powder for flavor and a bit of sugar for rapid absorption. It’s frequently recommended in wellness communities as a cleaner sports drink alternative.

Flavors: (Hydrant “Hydrate” line, sugar-free or low-sugar packets)

• Lemon Lime – Classic lemon-lime flavor.
• Blood Orange – Ruby orange citrus flavor.
• Fruit Punch – Mixed fruit punch.
• Grapefruit – Tangy grapefruit citrus.

(The core Hydrant flavors above are often sold in multi-flavor variety boxes. Hydrant also has other lines (with caffeine or immunity) which introduce flavors like Raspberry Lemonade, but those are separate products.)

Cure Hydration Mix (Cure Hydration)

About: Cure is a women-founded, plant-based electrolyte mix brand. It’s independent (not owned by big soda) and focuses on clean ingredients (coconut water powder, no added sugars). Cure is not known to have any Israel or IDF ties. It was created as a healthier, vegan alternative to drinks like Gatorade.

Flavors:

• Berry Pomegranate – Blend of berries and pomegranate.
• Watermelon – Summery watermelon flavor.
• Lemonade – Traditional lemonade.
• Strawberry Kiwi – Strawberry with a kiwi twist.
• Blood Orange – Zesty blood orange citrus.
• Tropical Punch – Tropical fruit punch blend.
• Fruit Punch – Classic fruit punch.
• Pink Lemonade – Pink lemonade (rosy lemon flavor).
• Peach – Juicy peach flavor.

(Cure flavors are sold in 14-pack boxes or 28-pack variety packs. The Variety Pack on Amazon is a good way to sample multiple flavors.)

SOS Hydration (SOS Hydration Inc.)

About: SOS is an American-made electrolyte powder (co-founded by a British runner and former military doctor). It’s a small company with no connections to Coke/Pepsi or Israel. SOS formula is an ORS (oral rehydration solution) for fast hydration, and the brand even became an official hydration partner for US military groups – purely for performance, not political ties.

Flavors:

• Lemon Lime – Classic lemon lime citrus.
• Watermelon – Sweet watermelon flavor.
• Mixed Berry – Berry mix flavor.
• Mango – Tropical mango (in some SOS variants).
• Coconut – Light coconut water flavor (contains real coconut).

(SOS also offers an Immunity line (with added vitamins) in flavors like Elderberry + Mango, but the above are its main hydration flavors. Packets come in 8-pack boxes or 30-serving tubs.)

HOIST Hydration Drink (Hoist)

About: Hoist is a veteran-owned hydration drink that is actually approved for use by the U.S. military (often stocked on bases) – but it has no association with Israel, only with U.S. armed forces testing. Hoist is an “IV-level” isotonic drink that claims to hydrate more effectively than water, with no artificial dyes. The company is independent (not part of Coca-Cola/Pepsi).

Flavors: (Ready-to-drink 16 oz bottles)

• Strawberry Lemonade – Strawberry lemonade blend.
• Peach Mango – Sweet peach mixed with mango.
• Blaze Orange – Bold orange citrus.
• Watermelon – Refreshing watermelon.
• Five Star Punch – Fruit punch medley (named for the military five-star emblem).
• Black Cherry – Rich black cherry flavor.
• Dragon Fruit – Tropical dragonfruit blend.
• Blue Raspberry – Blue raspberry candy-like flavor.

(Hoist flavors like Black Cherry and Five Star Punch were initially in their military lineup but are now sold publicly. You can often find variety packs as well.)

Greater Than (Greater Than, Inc.)

About: Greater Than is a line of coconut water-based sports drinks. It’s a small family-run company in the US and not owned by any large corporation. The brand began as a natural sports drink and later gained popularity among breastfeeding moms for hydration, but it’s great for anyone. No ties to Israel – it’s completely independent.

Flavors: (All flavors are coconut water + juice blends, 11.2 oz cartons)

• Orange Mango – Orange juice with mango (tropical taste).
• Grape Vine – Grape flavor (using grape juice).
• Strawberry Lemonade – Strawberry-lemon combo (kid-favorite).
• Pineapple Coconut – Pineapple juice and coconut water blend.
• Cocoa Cream – Chocolatey coconut water (unique cocoa flavor).

(Greater Than sells variety packs that include all the above flavors. These drinks are all-natural with no added sugar.)

DripDrop ORS (DripDrop Inc.)

About: DripDrop is an ORS (oral rehydration solution) powder developed by a doctor for medical-grade hydration. It’s an American company and not part of any big beverage conglomerate – no links to Israel funding at all. DripDrop is often used for dehydration from illness or heavy exercise, providing electrolytes at WHO-recommended ratios.

Flavors:

• Lemon – Zesty lemon.
• Berry – Mixed berry flavor.
• Orange – Orange citrus.
• Watermelon – Juicy watermelon (tastes like candy).
• Grape – Sweet grape (introduced in “Juicy” series).
• Fruit Punch – Classic fruit punch blend.
• Strawberry Lemonade – Strawberry lemonade flavor.
• Cherry – Cherry flavor (another “Juicy” series flavor).

(DripDrop comes in two versions: regular (with sugar) and Zero (sugar-free). The flavors above include the main ones from both lines. Variety packs are available — e.g. a Juicy Variety Pack with grape, punch, cherry, etc.)

NOOMA Organic Electrolyte Drink (NOOMA)

About: NOOMA is a small organic sports drink brand from Cleveland. It is independently owned (by two brothers) and not connected to any large beverage companies or Israel-linked investors. NOOMA drinks use organic coconut water and sea salt for electrolytes, with only 30 calories each.

Flavors: (All are 16 oz ready-to-drink cartons, organic)

• Watermelon Lime – Watermelon with a lime finish.
• Dragon Fruit – Exotic dragonfruit blend.
• Pineapple Mango – Tropical pineapple-mango.
• Tangerine – Bright tangerine citrus.
• Lemon Lime – Classic lemon lime.
• Chocolate Mint – Cocoa flavor with a refreshing mint hint.

(NOOMA occasionally offers a Variety Pack including several of the above flavors. All flavors are certified organic and have no added sugar.)

Each of the above brands operates in the US and provides sports hydration without the ethical concerns tied to companies like Coca-Cola or PepsiCo. By choosing these, consumers can stay hydrated during sports and workouts without worrying that their money is indirectly supporting the IDF or funding oppression. All Amazon links provided are for the U.S. site (Amazon.com) for easy access. Feel free to try these alternatives – many have been specifically recommended by those supporting the BDS movement, showing that you can maintain your principles and still get quality hydration.