Liquid I.V. reviews and discussion

4.1

80% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Fast-acting hydration boost
  • Convenient travel-friendly packets
  • Wide, crowd-pleasing flavors
  • Smooth, easy dissolving powder
  • Overly sweet flavor profiles
  • Noticeable salty aftertaste
  • High sugar and sodium content
  • Occasional clumping texture

Liquid I.V. earns strong reviews for fast, noticeable hydration—especially after workouts, heat, travel, or a night out—while convenient single-serve packets and broad flavor variety (standouts include Lemon Lime, Strawberry, Passion Fruit, Watermelon, Golden Cherry) make it easy to use. Reviews also flag consistent drawbacks: many flavors taste overly sweet or salty, some feel thick or artificial, and the added sugar and sodium (with a newer sugar‑free line noted) are frequent concerns; mixing can clump and flavor hit-or-miss. Overall, the brand is effective but polarizing on taste and ingredients.

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2,552 reviews and posts

  • My first experience with Liquid IV was when I was hiking up Cocohead in Hawaii, completely unprepared and dizzy on the side of a mountain, and a very kind lady offered me a packet to put in my water bottle. 30 minutes later, I finished the hike, grateful to that woman. I love liquid IV - I use the energy multiplier when a cup of coffee isn't possible or unappetizing, and I keep packets with me everywhere I go. My only complaint is the sugar content.

  • Great to drink before working on a hot day or next day after a night of drinking

    Consumer
  • The purchase the Liquid I.V. Hydration + Energy Multiplier - Lemon Ginger to try because a friend was raving about it. I really wanted to like ot but could not get pass the taste. Also? I found it hard to dissolve. There were still chuck of powder even after shaking it. Even though the lemon ginger was not good for me I still would like to try other flavors.

    UCG Content Creator
  • I love the variety in flavors-- Seaberry and Strawberry are my personal favorites for the Hydration Multiplier. Admittedly, I have probably only tried half of the available flavors. We are a house of athletes; I am a marathon runner; my son plays on 2 hockey teams and runs cross country; my oldest daughter plays hockey; and my youngest does competitive dance. We are very active and very busy. We have Liquid ID stashed everywhere-- in the house, in both cars, in my purse, in hockey bags, etc. We trust the product for my whole family and understand that they are high in sugar due to glucose being necessary to help transport sodium and absorb water when rehydrating. I've seen a few new hydration products on the market that advertise being "sugar free," so feel that is an important message that needs to get out there. Also, there is nothing better for preventing a hangover when taken before drinking... and helping a hangover if you forget the night before.

  • I'm a huge fan of everything Liquid IV offers! This flavor captures the essence of summer perfectly—just the right amount of sweetness! I highly recommend it!

  • Huge fan, it’s effective (I can always tell when I’m dehydrated which happens a lot) and tastes pretty good. Favorite is the cherry flavor.

  • Hydrates you like no other water, Gatorade, or electrolyte drink. Pop one of these bad boys in your water bottle and not only do they taste good but you feel really good after. These are on continuous order on amazon at my house and golden apple is the best

    Invested in Liquid I.V.
  • I have tried multiple flavors and purchased both at Costco and Directly from Liquid IV. Their shipping was okay, nothing slow but not quick. My biggest gripe used to be all the good flavors were 'limited edition' celebrity collabs but they've since come out with most as stand alone flavors. For the sugar and salt contents I find there are a lot of more affordable options like spark and even just powdered Pedialyte.

  • Super helpful for avoiding dehydration after tennis.

    Friends with Liquid I.V.
  • These! Are my go to, after a night of drinking, I drink one of these bad boys, chug some additional water and take some excedrine before bed and wake up hangover free! Which is amazing, considering I get EXTREMELY BAD hangovers!

  • I use these for two things… Hangovers and mowing the grass. Sometimes those things happen simultaneously. Liquid IV is my savior in all scenarios. Stay blessed. Stay hydrated.

  • I love this product. Obsessed with the hydration plus immunity support right now. It cost the same as the other flavors but has a ton of zinc and other vitamins. I tried other flavors and most are delicious, but I’m not a fan of the strawberry.

  • Tried these as an add in for water during gym workouts. They tasted pretty good and seemed to keep me well hydrated.

  • Quickest way to go rehydrate!!! All you have to do is open up the pack pull a little guy out and mix it with some water and drink it up and all set for the night and day

    Friends with Liquid I.V.
  • Worked, kept me hydrated throughout the day.

    Friends with Liquid I.V.
  • Liquid IV has been a life saver for me a few times when I was hung over or working out in hot temperatures. I definitely have noticed a difference in how I felt from taking it. Taste is pretty good and is sold in bulk at Costco!

  • Really enjoyed the flavors I tried and they seemed to work well. I feel like they're priced too high to consider buying regularly though

    Received a free product from Liquid I.V.
  • My go to liquid iv! Great source of vitamins.

  • I love this but mainly use it for hangovers -- which I don't think it helps much of my hangover.

  • I wish I didn't love this so much because it's an expensive product but I'd have one of these a day if I could. Sometimes I'll feel low energy or have a headache. Before taking advil or having coffee, I'll have one of these and feel like a new person. 75% of the time it makes a headache go away and gives me energy. Also, it tastes great.