Otsuka Pharmaceutical Pocari Sweat Powder for 10l (1)

Pocari Sweat is basically Japan’s version of Gatorade sports drink. This package is a single packet designed to make 10 litres of solution. I mistakenly thought it was 10 packets for 1 litre, each, but that’s no big deal. The packets for 1 litre of solution are 74 grams each, so just weigh out 74 grams of powder to 1000 mL of water (or a full Nalgene 1 litre bottle). For lovers of everything Japanese, Pocari Sweat is a novelty that isn’t sold directly in the US (to my knowledge, at least, I’ve never seen it at retail), but the price is pretty reasonable via Amazon, at about $1.35/litre equivalent. Although Otsuka Pharma doesn’t sell a carbonated version, you can mix 74 grams of powder with 200 mL of water, then dilute 1:4 with carbonated water to make your own, which is quite tasty and refreshing. I’m actually surprised they don’t sell it as soda in cans, because I think it would sell pretty well. For home use, the 10 L packet is fine, but I will probably pick up some 1 L packets for backpacking/travel.

Purchased for my son who was seeking an alternative to Gatorade. He read about this product and decided to give it a try. Product itself is great. Very pleasant tasting. My son says it helps him stay hydrated while working outdoors and biking. My issue is with Amazon. It took almost a full week to arrive. Ordered Oct 8. Scheduled to arrive by the 10th. Delayed till the 11th. Was not delivered until Oct 14th. Certainty not a Prime experience.

Best value for Pocari in the United States. I used this after a run or if I’m just feeling dehydrated on a hot day and it works wonders. It’s not overly sweet or salty—perfectly balanced for a rejuvenating beverage.

Product was as described. Good seller:)

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This stuff is delicious. A perfect thirst quencher with electrolytes for after-workout hydration. The slightly salty lemon-lime flavor is incredible. I mix 3.5 tablespoons with water in my 1L sport bottle, and I'm good to go. The package is a large, single foil package of the concentrated powder, not individual packets, but it's easy enough to use.

The best sports drink ever. This power pack is the best value for the money.

Affordable option for Pocari Sweat addicts! This is my favorite way to stay hydrated because it tastes so much better than US hydration packs or liquid IV products. Bottled Pocari sweat is very expensive with import costs— but this gets around that! You mix the powder into water and you have as much Pocari as you want

Super! Per chi ha provato questa bevanda in Giappone é un must have!

J'en consommais des litres au Japon et quel bonheur de pouvoir retrouver cette boisson en France ! Le prix est plus que correct quand on ramène le prix au litre. Comptez à peu près 60g de poudre par litre pour avoir le goût "standard" de la boisson. Un vrai bonheur par ce temps caniculaire car le Pocari Sweat est VRAIMENT efficace niveau hydratation (contrairement à beaucoup de produits vendus en pharmacie et qui n'ont aucun effet)

A great electrolyte powder with a fairly neutral taste. Useful if you are planning to run Tokyo Marathon as this is the product used at the aid stations

Great stuff which does what it says. Essential for hydration when ill or under the weather. First used in tropical climes as a daily refresher from heat and exercise.

This is a convenient way to make Pocari Sweat at home. The powder dissolves nicely, and the finished drink has a clean, refreshing flavor that is especially nice after sweating or exercise. It is easy to keep on hand and good value if you use it regularly.