Manuka Sport launches Orange Hydration + Energy drink includes the right amount of carbohydrates, electrolytes and branched chain amino acids (BCAAs). Credit: Martin Sanchez on Unsplash.

Manuka Sport has launched Orange Hydration + Energy drink, a sports nutrition and performance beverage for athletes.

Made using Manuka honey, the product is claimed to comprise suitable levels of carbohydrates, electrolytes and branched amino acids (BCAA) for sport applications.

Manuka Sport’s CEO Tom Buckley said: “Manuka Sport is the only sports performance and nutritional product line containing the natural benefits of Manuka honey.

“The incorporation of Manuka honey into the Manuka Sport line of products helps to significantly promote and improve gut health.”

“Premium Manuka Honey is an all-natural, premium energy source harvested in the New Zealand wilderness.

“The incorporation of Manuka honey into the Manuka Sport line of products helps to significantly promote and improve gut health and decreases gastrointestinal illness associated with endurance exercise.”

Featuring 29g of carbohydrates, 425mg of sodium and BCAA in a two-one-one ratio, the company recommends that athletes consume the Manuka Sport Orange Hydration + Energy drink around 30 minutes before a sports activity.

Orange Hydration + Energy drink is also said to contain four sources of electrolytes to avoid dehydration and cramping, Manuka Sport

Manuka honey is claimed to contain natural sugars, minerals, vitamins and protein. It is also said to act as a natural antioxidant as it contains phenolic acids and flavonoids.

In September this year, Manuka Sport’s parent company Links Medical Products revealed its plans to create a product line focused on the sports nutrition and performance market.