What to you drink during a short ride?

[mirliluck]

I usually throw some Emergen-C powder in my water for any ride over 30 minutes. But then, I often drink it anyway as a pick me up even when i don't ride.

For a multi-hour ride, I use the Emergen-C "Electrolyte" formula. For short rides I use their regular stuff.
I find it refreshing, like a subtle watery lemonade.

I use the same! For long rides or even just sitting at my desk.

As for eating, I know this is not the subject of the thread, but I've read that at about the 40-45 min is the point at which you should eat something to avoid compromising muscle mass too much. I've heard that if you are hungry, it's already too late.