Didn't see Propel mentioned as an option.......I like this one.........$13.11 from Walmart for (3) 10 packets boxes.

(3 pack) Propel Electrolyte Enhanced Water Drink Mix Powder Packets, Berry, Zero Calorie & Zero Sugar Hydration with Electrolytes and Vitamins C & E, (10 Packets)

Ingredients:
Citric Acid, Salt, Sodium Citrate, Monopotassium Phosphate, Maltodextrin, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Sucralose, Sugar, Natural Flavor, Silicon Dioxide, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Acesulfame Potassium, Calcium Disodium Edta (to Protect Flavor), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Vitamin E Acetate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12).

Active Ingredient Name:
Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Monopotassium Phosphate, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Gum Arabic, Sucralose, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Silicon Dioxide, Natural Flavor, Vitamin E Acetate, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Acesulfame Potassium, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Calcium Disodium EDTA (to Protect Flavor), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12).
About this item

Contains one (3) 10-count boxes of convenient on-the-go Propel Powder Packets formulated with Vitamins & Antioxidants, Gatorade Electrolytes, and No Sugar
Created by the makers of Gatorade, Propel is the only zero calorie, zero sugar fitness water among national enhanced water brands with enough electrolytes to replace what is lost in sweat
Propel enhanced fitness water powder packets contain Vitamins B3, B5, B6, B12 and antioxidants Vitamins C and E
All Propel products are designed for people with busy, active lifestyles who want a water that is formulated for fitness and supports hydration
Pour one packet into a 16.9-fl. oz. water bottle, then shake until mixed. Hydrate. Enjoy


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As far as alternative sweeteners....maybe consider Stevia with Monk Fruit -

Whole Earth Stevia Leaf & Monk Fruit Plant-Based Sweetener, 80 Count, 5.6 oz - $6.18 from Walmart

About this item:
STEVIA AND MONK FRUIT SWEETENER PACKETS: Add the delicious sweet taste of stevia leaf and monk fruit to your coffee, hot tea, iced tea or other favorite beverage
ERYTHRITOL SWEETENER: Each carton contains 80 packets of delicious WHOLE EARTH SWEETENER Stevia and Monk Fruit Natural* Sweetener
MONK FRUIT SWEETENER: Sweeten coffee or tea—even on the go!—without all the calories of sugar or raw sugar
KETO SWEETENER: With less than 1 gram of carbs per serving, this is a keto diet friendly sweetener and a great choice for sweetening keto food and keto snacks
ZERO CALORIE SWEETENER: Contains no calories, no preservatives, no artificial flavors and no artificial colors; It is gluten free, Non-GMO Project Verified
SUGAR PACKETS ALTERNATIVE: This sweetener contains stevia leaf extract and monk fruit extract; Each packet is equivalent in sweetness to 1.5 teaspoons of sugar
COFFEE SWEETENER: Sweeten your favorite coffee with zero calories, whether it is Keurig K Cup Coffee, Nespresso, Lavazza, Dunkin Donuts or whole bean coffee brewed at home**
GLUTEN-FREE

Ingredients:
Erythritol, Fructose, Chicory Root Fiber, Stevia Leaf Extract, Monk Fruit Extract

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I bought some monk fruit sweetener. Still finding that electrolytes are pretty much what sells therefore what I am looking for is harder to find. I will have to re-read the thread to see if I missed something. Yesterday I did make an electrolyte drink and she nursed the thing too long for what the goal is. Meanwhile I probably drank a gallon of water. And it's raining like crazy, not a thirsty day!.

You can lead a horse....

Milt have you tried coconut water ? Check the labels , some have zero sodium while others have 1 % to 3 % .

Trying to not buy bulk. Powder transports better and is economical by comparison. But I get a point from your comment, find what works over convenience. And I do know that sugary drinks will be consumed if they are in the house. A while back, maybe a couple years ago, we had quite a run on those favored "Ice" brand sodas. Better than nothing but not good for overall health.

I was complicit in enabling as I do the shopping. I stopped buying them and I didn't get a lot of protest. I bought cases of other drinks too. Really, I don't like to buy even bottled water. We have RO water to drink at the sink. Why buy what is essentially RO water with maybe something added back, but not much. Carrying around a bottle of Evian water is some kind of fashion statement.

Milt you are correct , my point was find something that will be consumed and checks off the health requirement boxes . After that work on logistics of packaging/cost/availability . I wish you the best .