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Veloforte Desto energy gel with caffeine on marble, surrounded by cherries, guarana, salt, and sauce.
Veloforte energy gel nutrition info on red background with cherries, guarana, and pink salt.
Guarana fruit and seeds on red background, text says 75mg caffeine from guarana
Pink Himalayan salt crystals with bold text highlighting 110mg sodium content
Cyclist holding Veloforte Desto natural energy gel with caffeine outdoors
Veloforte Desto natural energy gel with caffeine, cherries, lemon, and Himalayan salt on wooden board
Veloforte natural energy gel with caffeine being squeezed into a sports bottle

Veloforte - Desto - Tart Cherry with Caffeine Energy Gel

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Description

Real food. Real fast.

The Veloforte Desto Energy Gel is a proverbial endurance jack of all trades. It delivers 22g of dual-source carbohydrates per 33g sachet, giving you quick, sustained energy during hard efforts. A 75mg caffeine boost, derived from natural guarana plus a complete electrolyte mix of potassium, magnesium, calcium and sodium.

Although this all sounds great, it wouldn't be the best energy gel if it was made with artificial ingredients or nasty fillers. Thankfully, that's just not how Veloforte roll, we've chosen them as they'er made with natural fruit, syrups and botanicals — they’re easy on the stomach and free from artificial sweeteners or stabilisers.

What's not to like?

Nutrionals

Cherry & guarana energy gel with sodium electrolytes

Ingredients: Unrefined brown rice syrup, concentrated fruit juice (cherry (24%), lemon), water, maple syrup, guarana extract, pink Himalayan salt.

Caffeine warning: Contains 75mg natural caffeine per 33g gel. Not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women. Do not exceed 5 caffeinated gels per day.

Storage advice:  Gels last 18 months when stored in a cool dry place. Once opened, consume immediately.
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Clear nutrition, ingredients, allergens and practical use from the current Veloforte product information. Always check the current pack before use.

1 × 33g gelserving size

22g carbohydrate + 110mg sodium + 75mg caffeinekey amount

RSG packs of 3 or 12 gelsavailable formats

Best for

Compact, easy-to-count carbohydrate during endurance training and events.

Activity fit

  • Running
  • Cycling
  • Triathlon
  • Ultra endurance
Nutrition and active quantities
Per 33g gel: 90 kcal; carbohydrate 22g; sodium 110mg; caffeine 75mg. The remaining secondary nutrition values were not available as readable text on the official page checked.
Ingredients
Brown rice syrup, fruit juice (cherry 24% and lemon), water, maple syrup, guarana and salt.
Dietary suitability and allergens
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten free
  • Dairy free
  • Egg free
  • Soy free

The manufacturer page describes the gel range as free from gluten, dairy, eggs, nuts and soy. Check the current pack before use.

Preparation and directions
Tear open and consume directly. Include it in the total carbohydrate, fluid, sodium and caffeine plan.
Training and event use

Training: Count one gel as about 22g carbohydrate and practise the timing, texture and total intake before event use.

Event use: A compact fuel unit for a rehearsed plan. Carry enough fluid for the wider session and count caffeinated flavours separately.

Certification and testing
The manufacturer states the gel is Informed Sport certified. The exact RSG stock batch was not independently verified; drug-tested athletes should check the current pack and batch.
Cautions and individual suitability
Contains caffeine. Not recommended for children or pregnant or breastfeeding women. The manufacturer advises no more than five packs per day; count all other caffeine used that day. Carbohydrate, fluid, sodium and caffeine needs are individual. Practise the plan in training, account for everything you eat and drink, and follow the current pack.

Why does Ready Sweat Go love Veloforte Energy Gels?

If we asked you to describe your ideal energy gel. We think it would go like this.

Silky smooth texture (not gloopy, or dare we say like gel or paste), flavours that are natural, and really pop in the mouth.

Lastly, it's got to be easy on the gut unlike fake alternatives.

It's perfect for the ultra long runs and cycles.

FAQs

When should I use Veloforte energy gels?

Take them during any endurance training or racing. Ideally after 30-45 minutes after the first hour.
Should I drink water when using energy gels?

Yes. Ideally always take with a few sips of water.

Are the vegan gels vegan and gluten free?

Yes, all Veloforte gels are vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and soy-free.
What makes Veloforte gels different from Maurten/SIS gels?

Veloforte gels provide ~22 g of dual-source carbs and ~110 mg electrolytes per sachet, plus optional natural caffeine for an extra lift.

They’re made with real fruit syrups and botanicals, silky smooth, and free from artificial flavours or sweeteners.

  • SIS GO Gels also deliver ~22 g of carbs and some versions contain electrolytes, but certain flavours include artificial sweeteners.
  • Maurten Gel 100 delivers 25 g of carbs with minimal ingredients using hydrogel technology, but provides very little sodium (only ~20 mg). We're not a fan of the Hydrogel mouth feel.

Our take: We love Veloforte’s taste and texture. They’re easy to swallow on the move, and the electrolytes make a real difference when it comes to fighting cramps.
Are the Veloforte Energy Gels Caffeinated?

Doppio (Double espresso) comes with 75mg of Caffeine, from a Guarana base, giving a natural caffeine boost.
Will they upset my stomach?

Veloforte gels are made from real fruit syrups and natural ingredients, with no artificial sweeteners or stabilisers. That means they’re generally easier on the stomach than many syrup-heavy or artificially thickened gels.

That said, every athlete’s gut is different. The best approach is to test them in training first before race day to learn how your body responds.

Our take: We’ve found Veloforte gels to be smooth, light and easy to swallow, much gentler on the stomach than synthetic gels, and drinking a little water alongside helps. But always practice with them during training so there are no surprises on event day.
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