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Overview

What makes CLIF Bloks Sours different from standard Bloks?

CLIF Bloks Sours Energy Chews are the same bite-sized carbohydrate cube format as classic Bloks, designed specifically to solve a real problem on long rides: flavor fatigue. When you have been fueling with sweet chews or gels for two or more hours, a pronounced sour profile cuts through the sweetness, keeps your palate engaged, and as an added bonus tends to prompt you to drink more water, which has no downside. CLIF developed the Sours line in 2024 in collaboration with their athlete community specifically for this purpose. Available in two flavors: Sour Green Apple (caffeine-free) and Sour Strawberry Lemonade (25mg caffeine per serving via green tea extract).

Each packet contains 6 cubes. Serving size is 3 cubes, delivering approximately 21g of carbohydrates and 107mg of sodium per serving: slightly lower in calories and carbs than standard Bloks, with a bit more sodium per serving. Non-GMO, plant-based, no high-fructose corn syrup, no artificial flavors. Gluten-free. Always consume with water. The individual packet is the right format for testing these out before committing to a box.

All the specs

MPN 7222524161000

Format
Single packet of 6 cubes
Calories per serving (3 cubes)
Approximately 80 kcal (Green Apple), approximately 90 kcal (Strawberry Lemonade)
Carbohydrates per serving
21g
Sodium per serving
107mg
Potassium per serving
20mg
Caffeine per serving
Sour Green Apple: 0mg | Sour Strawberry Lemonade: 25mg
Flavors carried by DCL
Sour Green Apple, Sour Strawberry Lemonade with Caffeine
Carbohydrate sources
Tapioca Syrup, Cane Sugar, Maltodextrin
Certifications
Non-GMO, Plant-based
Gluten-free
Yes
Introduced
2024: designed specifically to combat flavor fatigue on long efforts
Usage
Half packet 15-30 min before activity. 3-6 cubes every 20-30 min during activity. Always consume with water.

FAQ

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Which Sours flavor contains caffeine?

Sour Green Apple is caffeine-free. Sour Strawberry Lemonade contains 25mg of caffeine per serving (3 cubes) via green tea extract.

How do CLIF Bloks Sours compare nutritionally to standard Bloks?

Sours deliver approximately 21g of carbohydrates and 107mg of sodium per serving (3 cubes), at approximately 80 to 90 calories per serving depending on flavor. Standard Bloks deliver approximately 24g of carbohydrates and 50mg of sodium per serving at approximately 100 calories. Sours are slightly lower in calories and carbs but higher in sodium per serving.

Why sour? What is the benefit of a sour flavor?

The sour flavor profile is specifically designed to combat palate fatigue that builds up over long efforts when consuming multiple sweet chews or gels. The sour taste also tends to prompt athletes to drink more water, which is beneficial for hydration and absorption.

How do I use CLIF Bloks Sours during a ride?

Use the same protocol as standard Bloks: half a packet (3 cubes) 15 to 30 minutes before activity, then 3 to 6 cubes every 20 to 30 minutes during activity. Always consume with water.

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