BE ICED Garnacha Grape
Hydration Just Got a Glow-Up
Clean Fuel for Real Life
BE-ICED is 55% sweet red Garnacha grape juice + sparkling water + a splash of natural lime. No added sugar, no artificial sweeteners, no fake stuff — just crisp, clean fuel that actually tastes good.
Perfect for that afternoon slump, pre-workout sip, or anytime you need a tasty way to hydrate. Sip it slow, feel the glow.
Why BE-ICED Is Smarter Than Plain Juice
Lower Sugar Load
The 55% juice + sparkling water combo cuts sugar by nearly half, so you get energy without the crash.
Built-In Hydration
The sparkling water dilutes the sugar and adds carbonation, which can help it absorb faster than thick juice.
Lighter on Your Stomach
No heavy syrup feeling — great for sipping before or during activity.
Natural Electrolytes
The sugar comes only from whole grapes (fructose + glucose), so you get natural electrolytes — potassium and magnesium — along with the carbs.
Best Ways to Energize + Hydrate
| When | How Much | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Morning Kickstart | 6–8 oz over ice | Gentle blood sugar rise + fluid replacement overnight |
| Pre-Workout (30 min before) | 8–10 oz | Fast-acting glucose for muscles, without the fiber to slow digestion |
| During Light Activity | Sip 4–6 oz every 20 min | Steady carbs + carbonation fights fatigue |
| Afternoon Slump | 6 oz with a handful of almonds | Sugar + protein = sustained focus, not a crash |
Hot Tip for Heavy Sweat
Since there’s no sodium, add a tiny pinch of sea salt to your glass — it turns this into a natural sports drink without changing the flavor much.
The Science Behind BE-ICED
The “energize” benefit of BE-ICED is supported by research on grape polyphenols and their role in enhancing nitric oxide production for better circulation and reduced fatigue.
Grape Polyphenols & Nitric Oxide
Grape polyphenols stimulate the production of nitric oxide (NO), a molecule that dilates blood vessels, improves blood flow, and reduces fatigue.
Key studies:
- Alhosin et al. (2013) – PLoS ONE – Demonstrates that purple grape juice stimulates eNOS, leading to increased NO formation.
- Anselm et al. (2007) – Cardiovascular Research – Shows grape juice induces relaxation of coronary arteries through NO-mediated pathways.
- Freedman et al. (2001) – Circulation – Confirms purple grape juice increases platelet-derived NO release and decreases superoxide production.
Citric Acid, Lime & Hydration
Citric acid plays a practical role in hydration by improving the palatability of electrolyte solutions and working synergistically with sodium to enhance absorption.
Key studies:
- Nuun Hydration (2018) – Sodium citrate has been proven to help increase the absorption of fluid and other electrolytes.
- Airvigor (2026) – Citric acid improves taste, making high-sodium drinks more palatable and encouraging fluid intake.
- Justia Patents (2020) – Identifies citric acid and lime as components in formulations designed to improve hydration.
Sparkling Water & Hydration
Carbonation can aid hydration by making the drink more appealing, but plain sparkling water may not retain fluids as well as water with added electrolytes.
Key studies:
- Abbott Nutrition Newsroom (2024) – Sparkling water had the same hydration index as regular water, and can encourage higher fluid intake.
- News-Medical (2026) – While plain carbonated water led to lower fluid intake and poorer rehydration efficiency, the rehydration efficiency of carbonated water became largely comparable to other beverages after electrolyte supplementation — validating the BE-ICED approach.
Bibliography References
Alhosin, M., Anselm, E., Rashid, S., Kim, J. H., Madeira, S. V. F., Bronner, C., & Schini-Kerth, V. B. (2013). Redox-sensitive up-regulation of eNOS by purple grape juice in endothelial cells: role of PI3-kinase/Akt, p38 MAPK, JNK, FoxO1 and FoxO3a. PLoS ONE, 8(3), e57883.
Anselm, E., Chataigneau, M., Ndiaye, M., Chataigneau, T., & Schini-Kerth, V. B. (2007). Grape juice causes endothelium-dependent relaxation via a redox-sensitive Src- and Akt-dependent activation of eNOS. Cardiovascular Research, 73(2), 404–413.
Freedman, J. E., Parker, C., Li, L., Perlman, J. A., Frei, B., Ivanov, V., … & Folts, J. D. (2001). Select flavonoids and whole juice from purple grapes inhibit platelet function and enhance nitric oxide release. Circulation, 103(23), 2792–2798.
Nuun Hydration. (2018, September 10). Salt vs. Sodium Citrate – Benefits of Sodium Citrate. Nuun Hydration Blog.
Airvigor. (2026, March 9). Citric Acid in Recovery Electrolytes: Benefits & Safety. Airvigor Blog.
Justia Patents. (2020, July 27). Compositions and methods for improving gastrointestinal absorption of electrolytes (US Patent No. 11285105).
Abbott Nutrition Newsroom. (2024, December 2). Does sparkling water hydrate you?
News-Medical. (2026, June 9). Sparkling water may leave you less hydrated after exercise. News-Medical.net (Reporting on a study published in Nutrients).
Clean Label. No Compromises.
55% Real Juice
Not just a splash — a generous proportion of pure Garnacha grape juice for authentic flavor.
No Added Sugar
Naturally sweet from the fruit itself. No refined sugar, no high-fructose corn syrup.
Sparkling Refreshment
Light carbonation creates a lively, sophisticated drinking experience.
24-Month Shelf Life
Flash-pasteurized and aseptically packaged for long-term stability without artificial preservatives.