---
title: "Original Gatorade"
date: 2026-05-19
tags: ['drink']
author: clockworkhobo
---

This is the formula for the original Gatorade created in 1965 by Dr. Robert Cade
for the Florida Gators football team.  It is described as a 'salty lemonade',
and is very refreshing after any physical exercise.
- ⏲️  Prep time:  5 min
- 🍽️ Servings: X2

## Ingredients

- 4 cups Water
- 1/4 tsp Table salt
- 1/4 tsp Salt substitute (NuSalt or NoSalt)
- 1/4 tsp Cream of Tartar
- 3 tbsp Sugar
- Juice of 1 Lemon

## Directions

1. Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl or mason jar.
2. Add water and lemon juice.
3. Mix until solids are desolved.
4. Bottle in 2 cup portions and serve chilled.