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Specs

Format: Box of 24 single-serving pouches

Carbohydrate source: Maltodextrin (complex carbohydrate, no added refined sugars)

Carbohydrates per serving: 21-22g (standard flavors), approximately 19-20g (nut flavors)

Calories per serving: Approximately 90 kcal (standard), approximately 100 kcal (nut flavors)

Fat per serving: 0g standard flavors, 2.5-3.5g nut flavors (Peanut Butter, PB-Chocolate, Nocciola)

Protein per serving: 0g standard flavors, 1g nut flavors

Sodium: Minimal (added for preservation only, not an electrolyte source: use Endurolytes separately)

Sweetener: Energy Smart (Rice Syrup plus Grape Juice Concentrate): all-natural, non-GMO, gluten-free

Amino acids: L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine (BCAAs), L-Alanine in all flavors

Caffeine: Espresso: 50mg per serving. Tropical: 25mg per serving. All other flavors: 0mg.

Flavors carried by DCL: Apple Cinnamon, Chocolate, Espresso, Huckleberry, Nocciola (Hazelnut), Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter-Chocolate, Raspberry, Tropical, Vanilla

Vegan: All flavors except Nocciola (contains non-fat dry milk in hazelnut paste)

Certifications: Kosher (cRc), Kosher (OK: PB and PB-Chocolate), Kosher Dairy (OK: Nocciola), Gluten-free

Shelf life: 5 years from manufacture date

Preservatives: Cultured Dextrose (pouches): FDA-approved, all-natural

FAQ

Why does Hammer Gel use maltodextrin instead of simple sugars?: Maltodextrin is a complex carbohydrate that digests more efficiently than simple sugars during exercise. It delivers fast-acting energy without causing the insulin spike and subsequent crash associated with glucose, sucrose, or fructose. It also allows the body to absorb more calories per hour without the GI distress that simple sugar gels commonly cause.

Do I need to drink water with Hammer Gel?: Yes. Unlike isotonic gels, Hammer Gel is designed to be consumed with plain water. Hammer recommends drinking 16 to 26 oz of plain water per hour alongside gel use, adjusting for temperature and effort level. This is also why Hammer Gel is the preferred choice for athletes who ride with plain water bottles rather than a mixed sports drink.

Which Hammer Gel flavors contain caffeine?: Espresso contains 50mg of caffeine per serving. Tropical contains 25mg of caffeine per serving. All other flavors (Apple Cinnamon, Chocolate, Huckleberry, Nocciola, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter-Chocolate, Raspberry, and Vanilla) are caffeine-free.

Is Hammer Gel an electrolyte source?: No. Hammer Gel contains only a minimal amount of sodium for preservation. It is not designed as an electrolyte replacement product. Hammer recommends using their Endurolytes product line separately to meet electrolyte needs during exercise.

What makes the nut flavors different from the other Hammer Gel flavors?: The Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter-Chocolate, and Nocciola (Hazelnut-Chocolate) flavors contain 1g of protein and 2.5 to 3.5g of fat per serving from their nut ingredients. This makes them calorie-dense and suitable as primary fuel for ultra-distance events lasting well over three hours. Nocciola contains dairy and is not vegan.

Is Hammer Gel vegan?: All flavors except Nocciola are vegan-friendly. Nocciola (Hazelnut-Chocolate) contains a small amount of non-fat dry milk as part of the hazelnut paste and is not vegan.

Best For

Cyclists and endurance athletes who prefer riding with plain water rather than a sports drink, and want a clean, complex carbohydrate gel with no added sugars or artificial ingredients. The Box of 24 is the right format for regular training and racing, delivering 10% savings over single-serving pouches.

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