Energy & recovery drinks

Effective, well priced and avoids the sickliness of many rivals

Tastes okay, good consistency, no stomach issues and performance is fantastic

A great tasting energy drink that sits well on the stomach and seems to do the job

A very powerful product with only a few small drawbacks, which you can soon get used to

Nice energy boost to help get the best out of yourself without adding calories

Low carb energy drink ideal for short rides in hot – or cold – weather

Unusual and effective source of energy that's also tasty and refreshing; not cheap, but will be worth the money for some

Easy to mix with a pleasant taste and does seem to boost performance. The downside would be the ongoing cost

Jack of all trades nutrition product that replaces everything the body needs to get back on the bike

Decent taste and easily mixable, but doesn't provide enough of a boost to justify its cost

Specialist drink-mix specifically designed for hydration before racing to improve performance; effective, but not cheap

Very good recovery drink with an equal amount of protein and carbs, aimed specifically at the over 35s