Maurten Drink Mix 160

40 g carbs per 1 serving (42 g in 500 ml) · 1:0.5 maltodextrin:fructose. Graded for five standard jobs below — the same product fits some jobs and not others.

dual-sourcecaffeine-freeveganbatch-tested (informed-sport)
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Job fit

Drink Mix 160 works when the job is Marathon, 70.3, IRONMAN, Century / gran fondo, Ultra.

Marathon
3.5 h · race · target 80 g/h → 2/h
A
✓ dual-source 1:0.5 · absorbs at 80 g/h✓ gut-friendly≈ 1000 ml/h · needs a flask or aid-station cups✓ caffeine-freeℹ sodium not stated
70.3
5.5 h · race · target 90 g/h → 2.3/h
B
✓ dual-source 1:0.5 · absorbs at 90 g/h✓ gut-friendly✗ 1125 ml/h just for the carbs✓ caffeine-freeℹ sodium not stated
IRONMAN
12 h · race · target 90 g/h → 2.3/h
B
✓ dual-source 1:0.5 · absorbs at 90 g/h✓ gut-friendly✗ 1125 ml/h just for the carbs✓ caffeine-freeℹ sodium not stated
Century / gran fondo
5 h · steady · target 80 g/h → 2/h
B
✓ dual-source 1:0.5 · absorbs at 80 g/h✓ gut-friendly✗ 1000 ml/h just for the carbs✓ caffeine-freeℹ sodium not stated
Ultra
10 h · steady · target 80 g/h → 2/h
A
✓ dual-source 1:0.5 · absorbs at 80 g/h✓ gut-friendly≈ 1000 ml/h · needs a flask or bottle✓ caffeine-freeℹ sodium not stated

Grades: A–E from absorption (35 %), gut (30 %), practicality (15 %), caffeine (10 %) and your preferences (10 %); a ✗ on absorption or gut caps at C. Sodium and tonicity are shown as ℹ and never change the grade.

What is in it

Label facts, not a score. Apply your own preferences in the checker.

Format
Drink mix
Unit
1 serving (42 g in 500 ml)
Carbohydrate
40 g
Carb sources (label order)
maltodextrin, fructose
Glucose:fructose
1:0.5 maltodextrin:fructose · ~33 % fructose (declared)
Sodium
not stated
Potassium
not stated
Caffeine
0 mg
Protein / fat / fibre
not stated / not stated / not stated
Sugar alcohols
none listed
Sweeteners
none listed
Allergens
not stated
Vegan / gluten-free
vegan / not stated
Batch-tested
informed sport
Tonicity
8 % solution as directed

Ingredients: maltodextrin, fructose, sodium alginate, pectin, salt, sodium bicarbonate (salt amount not stated). Ratio from the maker FAQ. An 8 % solution when mixed as directed. Caffeine only in the "CAF 100" variants per the maker FAQ.

From the manufacturer's page, checked 2026-09-18 · source. Labels change; read the pack. Not medical advice; not affiliated with the brand.

How many Maurten Drink Mix 160 per hour do I need?

At 40 g carbs per 1 serving (42 g in 500 ml): about 1.5 per hour for 60 g/h and 2.3 per hour for 90 g/h. Use the fuel checker to set your own job.

Is Maurten Drink Mix 160 dual-source (glucose and fructose)?

Yes — 1:0.5 maltodextrin:fructose (declared), about 33 % fructose, which is in the range that absorbs at 90 g/h and beyond.

Does Maurten Drink Mix 160 contain caffeine?

No, this version is caffeine-free.

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