Mixed Pack contents may vary slightly from what's pictured. We can’t guarantee exact flavours, but we always aim to give you the best possible variety in each pack.
Description
Quick, portable energy to fuel any effort
GU Energy Gel is your go-to source for clean, fast energy during activity. With a mix of simple and complex carbs, electrolytes, and amino acids, it helps you stay energized, focused, and ready for whatever comes next. Designed for convenience, it’s easy to take, easy to digest, and made to support performance at any level.
Performance Fuel
- 100 calories per packet for quick energy
- 21–23g carbohydrates to sustain effort
- 50–125mg sodium to aid hydration
- 450mg amino acids to support muscle performance
- Caffeine options available for added focus
Athlete Benefits
- Lightweight, portable, mess-free packets
- Smooth texture and variety of flavors
- VEGAN, GLUTEN-FREE, KOSHER
The Original Energy Gel
What's inside?
Original Energy Gels contain carbohydrates for energy, electrolytes for hydration, and BCAAs to help protect working muscles. Learn more about each.
Carbohydrates from two sources
Fast-acting and long-lasting carbohydrates - from maltodextrin and fructose - allow you to quickly digest more fuel without stomach upset.
Electrolytes to replace what you've lost
Our gels contain sodium, the electrolyte you lose when you sweat. Always take gels with a few sips of water to help your body efficiently absorb your fuel.
The many benefits of BCAAs
Our BCAA blend helps protect muscles from breakdown, contributes to energy production, and helps prevent mental fatigue.
Suggested Use Guide
| 0–1 Hours Of Effort | When you're exercising for an hour or less, it's important to start your workout well-hydrated and energized. Five minutes before your activity, top off your energy stores with an Energy Gel. It's always best to take a few sips of water to help your body process your fuel. |
| 1–2 Hours of Effort | When you're exercising for longer than an hour, it's important to refuel along the way. Aim to eat an Energy Gel every 20–30 minutes to keep going strong, and be sure to hydrate while taking gels to help your body efficiently process your fuel. |
| 2–3 Hours Of Effort | As you increase exercise duration, your body needs more. Supplement your Energy Gels with Energy Chews, Hydration Tabs for electrolyte replacement, or Roctane Energy Drink for energy and hydration in one. |
| 3+ Hours of Effort | During really long efforts, it's impossible to replace everything you're burning, but you can maximize your performance by eating as much as your body can comfortably process. Boost your BCAA consumption with Roctane Energy Gels or Roctane Drink Mix, which will help protect your muscles as you go longer. |
Flavor Science
| Chocolate Outrage | Chocolate Outrage was one of the four original Energy Gel flavors back in 1993, and it remains a favorite to this day. Crafted with organic dark chocolate, this flavor satisfies any cocoa craving. The chocolate taste is rich, sweet, and fudge-like...full of flavor but simple enough that you can enjoy it day after day. +20mg CAFFEINE |
| Salted Watermelon | Salted Watermelon really turned some heads when we launched it. The flavor just melts in your mouth. It starts off with a nice salty taste quickly followed by sweet, juicy watermelon flavor. Think of a watermelon-flavored hard candy... mouthwatering and delicious. +20mg CAFFEINE |
| Lemon Sublime | Lemon Sublime Energy Gel is truly sublime. Bringing all the flavor without overwhelming your palate, Lemon Sublime walks the walk when it comes to flavor. It’s citrusy, slightly sour, and just sweet enough to keep things easy on the taste buds. Try it in the middle of a summer long run if you want your refreshment levels to go through the roof. +23g CARBS |
| Birthday Cake | Birthday Cake gives everyone permission to indulge and celebrate out on the trails. This flavor is delicious, indulgent, and takes us back to our childhood days of sneaking a swoop of cake batter without getting caught by mom or dad. Created to celebrate our 25th birthday, here’s to 25 more! |
| Cola Me Happy | A spicy and tangy way to fuel that’s reminiscent of your favorite aid station treat. +40mg CAFFEINE |
| Tri-Berry | Tri-Berry is as smooth as a berry flavor can be… a trifecta of berries for a sweet, rich and ripe flavor. Slight floral notes add depth and another dimension to this otherwise smooth flavor. This tried and true flavor is a favorite among GU fans. +20mg CAFFEINE |
| Vanilla Bean | Vanilla Bean is an iconic flavor to the GU Energy Labs family. It’s made with vanilla extract from real vanilla beans. Sweet, smooth, rich and creamy, Vanilla Bean is a classic flavor that just gets the job done… mile after mile after mile. +20mg CAFFEINE |
| Strawberry Banana | Strawberry Banana required the utmost precision to create the perfect balance, because too much banana flavor can dominate other flavors. The mellow banana notes upfront is blended with a zip of strawberry flavor, which delivers a taste just like a perfect smoothie. |
| Salted Caramel | If there’s a flavor that’s perfect for Energy Gels, it’s Salted Caramel. The indulgent, sweet caramel taste melts in your mouth, only to be complemented by just enough salt to keep things interesting. With the same consistency as caramel, we won’t judge if you use it to top your next ice cream sundae. +20mg CAFFEINE |
| Campfire S'mores | Campfire S’mores brings flavor science to new heights. Between the marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate, there is a lot of flavor packed into one small packet. The flavor delivers gooey, sweet, and toasty marshmallow up front and is followed by a hint of Graham cracker and a smooth chocolatey finish. One taste, and you’ll be transported back to the campfire. |
| Jet Blackberry | The taste of Jet Blackberry is like that mid-summer berry: ripe enough to deliver unmatched sweetness while still bringing out a touch of tart. It won’t make your mouth pucker, but it keeps things interesting. This flavor also packs 40mg of caffeine – to help you turn on the jets, of course. +40mg CAFFEINE |
| Mandarin Orange | Mandarin Orange brings out all the redeeming qualities of the refreshing citrus fruit – like the ultimate flavor wingman. +20mg CAFFEINE |
| Espresso Love | Espresso Love will remind you of a bold, rich, dark-roasted cup of joe – so good you might just sip on the gel like it’s a lazy Saturday morning. With 40mg of caffeine, it’s perfect for early morning workouts. +40mg CAFFEINE |
| Caramel Macchiato | Caramel Macchiato combines sweet caramel taste with the flavor of a strong, dark cup of coffee. Imagine having a caramel candy and finishing it with a sip of creamy coffee. The 40mg of caffeine is perfect for those early morning workouts. +40mg CAFFEINE |
Frequently Asked Questions
| What is an Energy Gel? | Energy Gels provide portable and easy-to-digest calories from carbohydrates that deliver immediate and sustained energy without the stomach distress. GU Energy Gels use a combination of simple and complex carbohydrates. Carbs become the main source of energy as our bodies transition from sedentary to an active state and exercise intensity increases. |
| Why do I need Energy Gels? | The better question is really "why do I need fuel?" The body does have a limited carbohydrate supply, but not enough to sustain higher intensity activity for long periods of time. Thus, as you deplete your carb supply, performance suffers. You need energy in the form of carbohydrates to keep going in longer, more intense efforts. |
| Why are Energy Gels made with two types of carbohydrates? | Carbohydrates are efficient energy, and we use a blend of carbs to deliver more energy into the bloodstream as efficiently as possible. Our system of dual-source carbohydrates provides an “express lane” for each carb to deliver energy to your body much quicker than a single source of carbs, and helps you feel energized longer. |
| How long does it take an Energy Gel to work? | Gels start to work right away! The maltodextrin converts quickly into an energy molecule that your muscles can tap within minutes. The fructose takes several minutes longer. Because of this delay, your muscles enjoy a steady stream of energy instead of one gigantic sugar rush and a corresponding crash. |
| Are Energy Gels safe for children? | Yes, if they’re playing sports, on a hike, or active, GU Energy Gels can help kids just as much as they help you. You may want to keep them away from flavors that contain caffeine, though. |
| Do GU Energy Gels freeze? | Yes, but at temps well below zero. They will thicken in cold weather, so keep your Energy Gels close to your body to keep them warm. |