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Maurten earned its place on our shelves because it solves a real problem: getting meaningful carbohydrate on board during hard, long efforts without upsetting the stomach. The hydrogel mechanism is a credible approach to improving carbohydrate tolerance during exercise, and the brand's near-ubiquitous presence in elite endurance sport reflects genuine athlete trust. We recommend it to patients training seriously for endurance events who struggle with conventional sports drinks.
About this product
Drink Mix 320
Maurten Drink Mix 320 is a high-carbohydrate sports drink mix designed to fuel endurance exercise. It uses Maurten's hydrogel technology, which means the drink forms a gel-like consistency in the stomach. The idea is to reduce gastrointestinal stress that often accompanies high-carb intake during sustained effort — a common barrier for endurance athletes who need meaningful fuel without the nausea.
The carbohydrate content is substantial, making this suited to longer sessions where glycogen availability becomes the limiting factor: marathon running, cycling sportives, triathlons, or any event pushing beyond 90 minutes. It sits in a different category from light electrolyte drinks or casual hydration products. This is fuel first.
It mixes with water and is consumed during exercise rather than before or after. The formulation is intentionally simple — no added flavouring agents or artificial colours — which reflects Maurten's approach of stripping back to the functional essentials. That simplicity also makes it easier for athletes with sensitive stomachs to tolerate compared with more heavily formulated sports drinks. Maurten has become a fixture on elite marathon start lines globally, and the product's uptake among professional endurance athletes speaks to its practical credibility. For anyone training or competing at meaningful intensity and duration, this is a considered choice.
What it does
Benefits
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High-carbohydrate fuel for sustained endurance effort
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Hydrogel technology may reduce GI discomfort during exercise
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Simple formulation without artificial flavours or colours
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Suited to events lasting 90 minutes or longer
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Designed to be consumed while moving, not just before
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How to use
Mix the contents with water as directed on the packaging. Consume during exercise rather than beforehand. It is designed for use in sustained endurance sessions where carbohydrate delivery is a priority.
What's inside
Ingredients
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Carbohydrates (Hydrogel technology)
Common questions
Frequently asked
When should I use this versus a lighter electrolyte drink?
Drink Mix 320 is a high-carbohydrate fuel source, not primarily a hydration product. Choose it for long, hard efforts where energy delivery matters — typically sessions or events over 90 minutes. For shorter or lower-intensity activity, a simple electrolyte drink is usually sufficient.
What is hydrogel technology and why does it matter?
When this drink mix meets the acidic environment of the stomach, the carbohydrates form a gel-like consistency. This is thought to slow carbohydrate release into the gut in a more controlled way, which may reduce the bloating and nausea that some athletes experience with high-carb drinks during intense effort.
Can I use this if I have a sensitive stomach during exercise?
Many athletes turn to Maurten specifically because of GI issues with other sports drinks. The hydrogel approach and minimal ingredient list may make it more tolerable, but individual responses vary. It is worth trialling in training well before any event.
Is this suitable for everyday hydration or casual exercise?
Not really. The high carbohydrate load is calibrated for serious endurance effort. Using it for casual or low-intensity activity would add carbohydrate calories that most people would not need in that context.
How do I know how much water to mix it with?
Follow the instructions on the packaging exactly, as the water-to-powder ratio is important for the hydrogel to form correctly and for the carbohydrate concentration to sit within a tolerable range during exercise.
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