Most bottles and cans of energy drinks are nothing but sugar water plus lots of supplemental vitamins and minerals. The beverages are also loaded with herbal stimulants and caffeine. The safety of many of the herbal ingredients is questionable, and while caffeine may provide a temporary boost, it won’t give you energy (only calories can do that).

Makes 20 fluid ounces

1 cup brewed unsweetened green tea
½ cup 100% cherry juice
½ cup flavored coconut water
½ cup seltzer water
1 teaspoon agave nectar
Juice of 1 lemon
Ice cubes
Lemon slices for garnish

Combine green tea, cherry juice, coconut water, seltzer, agave, and lemon juice in a large glass or container. Stir well or shake and serve over ice; garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Info Per Serving (20 fluid ounces)

Serves: 1; Calories: 119; Total Fat: 1 gram; Saturated Fat: 0 grams; Total Carbohydrate:  29 grams
; Sugars: 24 grams; Protein: 1 gram; Sodium:  30 milligrams; Cholesterol: 0  milligrams
; Fiber: 0 gram